Catalyst Electric

Have you made the switch to LED lighting yet? As electricians at Lake of the Ozarks , we know that lots of our customers have, and they are glad they did as they are reaping the benefits. Sometimes it is as easy as changing the bulbs, sometimes you may want to upgrade your light fixture to be compatible. But either way, we think you will enjoy the perks that come with switching to LED lighting at Lake of the Ozarks . So, in our blog today we will tell you about 4 great reasons that YOU may want to start using LED lighting in your home or business.  1) Efficiency Energy efficiency is a big reason why many people make the switch. You can potentially have 30%-70% better energy efficiency with LED bulbs compared to incandescent bulbs. The old-style bulbs use up about 90% of the energy they consume creating heat. Only about 10% goes towards producing light. That is a log of waste compared to LED bulbs which use the majority of their energy use for light and produce very little heat. 2) ...

In times of extreme heat like we are experiencing now, the electrical grid can definitely be taxed, and trying to keep up with cooling down can be a task. As electricians at Lake of the Ozarks , we know living without electricity in the summer can be dangerous. It can cost you when it comes to food spoilage in your freezer/fridge, and it can also be dangerous to go without air conditioning, especially if you have health issues. At Catalyst Electric, we have a couple solutions to offer when battling the summer heat to keep you safe and comfortable. To learn what they are, just keep reading this blog! Big Ass Fans These fans are incredibly unique … and we don’t just mean their name. Big Ass Fans work differently. They are designed to move very large amounts of air slowly, and they have proven to be an effective way to cool large spaces in the summer heat. They are very popular for applications such as equestrian and livestock barns, shops, outdoor restaurant spaces, schools, libraries an...

As electricians at Lake of the Ozarks , we are always focused on electrical safety. We never want our clients to have an issue with fire, shorts, or shocks because of an unnoticed or unaddressed safety hazard. There are a few common safety hazards that we notice more often than others when we are in our clients’ homes. We care deeply about our clients safety, so, we wanted to share three common safety hazards related to the outlets in your home. If you notice any of these, you can contact Catalyst Electric to have them corrected. Just keep reading to find out what they are. 1) Ungrounded Outlets If you have any outlets in your home that only have two holes instead of three, that means they are not grounded. It may mean that your entire home has not been wired with a ground wire. Using an adapter is not the solution. In fact you can’t just change the outlet either. You have to add a ground wire which may involve rewiring the electrical panel to a three wire circuit. Only an experienced ...

At Catalyst Electric , we believe you can never think too much about dock safety. The safety of you, your loved ones, and your neighbors depends on it. We would like to see no more victims of electrocution at Lake of the Ozarks. As dock electricians at Lake of the Ozarks , we know what the most common safety hazards are. So, in this week's blog, we wanted to give you five things to think about when it comes to staying safe on your dock. photo credit: Fun Lake MO 1. Annual Inspections We feel it is so important for you to have your dock inspected every single year, that we offer those inspections for free. There’s a lot your dock goes through in the winter time including the drawdown, and quite often storms and winds. These things can affect your electrical system, and should be checked every spring. In addition, codes are constantly changing. We stay aware of all the latest updates and can make sure you are code compliant, and safe. 2. Shore Disconnect It is absolutely essential to...

You have probably noticed that you have a couple different types of outlets in your home. Have you ever wondered exactly how they work differently? Any place that you have electricity within a few feet of a water source, should have a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets. They have a very important feature to help maximize the safety of your electrical system in your home or business. As electricians at Lake of the Ozarks , we would like to share with you a little bit about how they work and why you want to make sure your home has them properly installed where needed. If you are interested in knowing how GFCIs keep your home and family safer, keep reading to learn more. What GFCI Outlets Are GFCIs are used in high moisture areas to protect your home's electrical system e.g. in the event of water causing an electrical short. They are an important way to protect you and your family from electrical shock. If you’re not sure what they look like, or if you have them, just loo...