Catalyst Electric

 Summer is officially here and things are already heating up! Summer is a great time to reduce your energy costs! From being outside more, cooking outdoors, and not having to run your heat, it's a great time of year to save. Looking to save on your energy even more this summer? Read on to get a few tips for cutting back on your energy usage this summer!  Run Appliances During Cooler Parts of the Day Large appliances, like your dishwasher, stove, and washer and dryer all consume a big portion of your electricity throughout the day. These appliances also create heat inside your home. Keep your home cooler and your energy consumption lower by running these appliances in the cooler parts of the day. First thing in the morning and later in the evening after the sun has set is the optimal time for appliance use, when possible. Use a Programmable Thermostat If you are gone during the day, there is usually not a need to keep your home nice and cool for no one to enjoy. A programmable therm

Summer is in full swing here at the Lake of the Ozarks and many of us are enjoying soaking up some sun at the Lake! If you own a dock at the Lake of the Ozarks, it's always important to keep dock safety top of mind. If the electric on your dock is problematic, electricity can seep into the water and be fatal for nearby swimmers. Check out a few dock safety tips to keep in mind for the summer season.   Inspect Conduit  You should inspect your conduit frequently. Check for things like tears in the conduit. If there is a tear in your conduit, your wires are exposed and could be dangerous if they come into contact with water or the medal dock frame. Taping the conduit back together is NOT a good way to fix the issue. This will not fix your issue and is still dangerous. If you notice a tear, to ensure your safety is not at risk, turn off the dock's electricity and call a  professional electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Hire a Professional Electrical Contractor  A lot of people

We've probably all seen a flickering light, a breaker trip, or even an outlet that no longer works. While these may seem like minor annoyances in your home, they could be potentially dangerous. Not sure when you should be concerned with electrical issues in your home? Read on to learn about  a few everyday electrical issues that could be more dangerous than they seem.  #1 Frequent Light Bulbs Burning Out  Lightbulbs that burn out frequently could be a bigger issue than simply overuse. There could be a loose connection in the socket or the circuit. If you have a specific light fixture that you find yourself changing the light bulb frequently, you may need to call your trusted  Lake of the Ozarks electrician  to see if there is a bigger issue. #2 Dead Outlets  If you have an outlet that doesn't work, there is a reason it stopped working in the first place and should be looked at by a licensed electrician. A dead outlet can be caused by a tripped breaker from heat build-up that re

 Many homeowners and business owners are looking to solar energy. Solar energy is becoming increasingly more popular and for a good reason! If you've been considering installing solar, Catalyst Electric is your local solar energy resource. Read on to find out four reasons you should consider installing solar at the Lake of the Ozarks !  1. Renewable Energy Source One of the top reasons why Solar Energy is becoming an ever more prevalent form of energy is due to the fact that it is renewable and widely accessible. Solar power can be tapped into from practically any area of the world. Which makes it a reliable source of energy for any purpose. If you have sunlight, you have power (and as long as the sun has been around, I’d say that’s a pretty safe bet). Solar energy is also great because it leaves less of a footprint on the earth than some of the more conventional energy sources such as fossil fuels, coal, oil, and natural gas. Solar energy is by far the cleanest energy source avail