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Perks of Adding Exterior Lighting To Your Business

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There are many benefits of adding lights to the exterior of your commercial space. A commercial building says a lot about a business and ensuring your space looks good at all times of the day is important. The right lighting can help you best showcase your space and attract customers into your business. Our commercial electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks know how important it is to have the right exterior lighting for your business. Check out the ways Catalyst Electric can make your commercial space shine.  Safer for Customers A well-lit parking lot and exterior of commercial space makes your business a much safer place for customers to visit. Having lighting can help customers feel safer since they have more visibility of who or what is around them. It can also make navigating to the door of your business a more pleasant experience. Ensure your walkway is well-lit, as well. This makes it easier to see the edge of your sidewalk so customers aren't wandering off the path by acci

Emergency Electrical Service Vs. Service Call

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When you have an issue with your electrical system, sometimes it's hard to decipher if it's an emergency.  We want to ensure the safety of your home, its contents, and your family! That's why we offer 24/7 emergency electrical services . Electrical issues can cause major damage to your home and in extreme situations, cause a house fire. If you aren't sure what situations in which you should call for emergency services, we have a handy guide below!  Service Call  Catalyst Electric  is your full-service  electric service company at the Lake of the Ozarks . We can repair a wide array of electrical issues you may experience. Only call the  best electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks  when you have an issue. During our normal business hours, we can help you with the following issues regarding your electricity, whether it be at your home or business: An outlet isn't working  Breaker is tripping  Electrical equipment stopped working Lights are not working  Intermittent pow

What is a Whole Home Surge Protector and Why Should I have One?

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Not sure what a whole home surge protector is? Just about any homeowner can benefit from one especially if you own expensive appliances or if you wouldn't want to replace them all at once. Power surges can be a big issue and even cause all of your appliances in your home to get damaged at one time. Read on to learn more about why you should install a whole-home surge protector!  #1 Full-Time Surge Protection is Needed You may be wondering in what scenario full-time surge protection would be needed and the answer is honestly all the time. You never know when a thunderstorm is going to happen so if you want your devices to be protected you will want around-the-clock protection. When you install a whole-house surge protector you never have to worry about plugging your device directly into an outlet. #2 Protect Your Investments Appliances aren't cheap. From computers, TV's, refrigerators, and more! If you get hit with a big storm that causes a power surge you could lose all of

Must Know Christmas Lighting Safety Tips! 🎄🌟

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The holidays are quickly approaching! Soon it will be time to get out the decorations and start decorating! During the holiday season, it is important to keep safety in mind when you are using Christmas lights. They look pretty but can be a potential fire hazard if they aren't used properly. Read on to get a few tips from our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks for must-know Christmas lighting safety tips!  Inspect Your Lights  If you are getting your lights out from last year, be sure to check them carefully for cracks and frayed ends.  Keep Your Live Tree Watered If you have a live tree, it is important to keep it well watered. Not only will this keep your tree green and looking great, but it will also keep it from drying out. Electric lights and a dry tree can cause a fire. According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire departments respond to an average of 200 house fires that started from a Christmas tree. Upgrade to Modern Lights  If you have