Catalyst Electric

It's officially boating season at the Lake of the Ozarks! If you own a dock at the Lake of the Ozarks to house your boat, it's important that now that winter is over you get your docks electrical system inspected. Winter can wreak havoc on your docks electrical system with the constant thawing and unthawing. Catalyst Electric can't stress enough just how important dock safety is and that's why today, our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few tips for dock safety below. 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 c...

Typically you get an electrical inspection before buying a home but did you know there are other situations where it may be a good idea to have a certified electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks complete an electrical inspection? We often don't think about our electrical system but when something goes wrong it can be extremely dangerous. Read on to find out when you may want to have a home electrical inspection at the Lake of the Ozarks !  Before a Home Improvement Project  If you are planning on doing any home improvement projects such as building an addition to your home, it's a good idea to contact an electrician before you start. You need to ensure that your current electrical system is capable of supporting new outlets and fixtures. You won't want to overload your circuit breaker and accessing this before you begin can save you time and money. DIY Electrical Work  If someone who is not a certified electrician completed any electric work in your home, wheth...

Spring is almost here and we've already experienced several thunderstorms and there will be many more to come. Every time lightning strikes, your electrical system is at risk, as well as your appliances and electronics. Did you know there is something that you can have installed by our electricians at the Lake of the Ozarks that will protect your home from damage from a power surge? Continue reading to find out what a whole house surge protector is and why you should seriously consider installing one in your home! What is a Whole House Surge Protector? There is a specific amount of voltage that should run through your electrical system and if the voltage gets 's too high, it can be very dangerous and damage expensive appliances. The job of a surge protector is to prevent electrical surges from happening by only allowing the proper amount of voltage at all times. Think about a surge protector that many of us put on our computers. Computers are expensive and they ...

Are you planning on making any home improvements this year? It doesn't matter if you are planning a major renovation project or you are just making a few updates in your home, it can be a stressful undertaking figuring out exactly what needs to be completed. For example, something you may not have thought about is electrical upgrades and electrical safety for your home improvement project. You may need to make a few electrical upgrades in which you will need to decide if you want to DIY the project or bring in a professional electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks to do it for you. Below are a few safety tips for your home renovation project. You May Need to Do Some Rewiring  We don't think twice about having electricity in our home which is often why we don't think about it when we are planning home improvement projects. Depending on your project, rewiring may need to be done. We highly recommend hiring an experienced electrician to evaluate your situation, determine...

In today's technology-driven world, a lot of homes and business are not equipped to support the influx in technology and therefore do not have enough outlets. Often, this leads homeowners and business owners to use powerstrips to supplement more outlets. Overloading power strips can be dangerous causing electric shock and in some cases even cause a fire! Catalyst Electric wants to help spread awareness for electrical safety so today, our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few safety tips regarding the do's and don'ts when using power strips.  Don't Use the Piggyback Method, Ever Unfoutunilty, many folks use the piggyback method if they don't have enough outlets - this is especially true around your tv! The piggyback method is when you use overload a powerstrip and the create more room, then you plug another powerstrip into it to create more plugs. This is a BIG no no! Each power strip is only rated for a certain amount of electr...

Have you been using an electric blanket to keep you warm and toasty this winter? Like anything electrical, they provide convenience but when dealing with anything electrical, you should always keep safety top of mind. Catalyst Electric wants you to continue to stay warm for the rest of winter but we also want you to do it safely! Our electrical contracting company at the Lake of the Ozarks is focused on electrical safety and that's why today, we have a few do's and don'ts when using an electrical blanket. Do's Always keep your electric blanket flat. You never want to wad up or fold your electric blanket because it can become too hot.  It may be tempting to lay on top of your electric blanket rather than underneath but you should always lay underneath to avoid damage to the coils. Be sure to turn off your electrical blanket when no one is using it. Not only will this help you cut costs on your energy bill but it's not safe to leave your blanket on because...

Whether it be at your home or your business, going without power is never fun. During frigid temperatures, it can be downright dangerous to go without power and if you own a business, losing power can cost you big time if you are forced to go without computers, networks, lights, and POS Systems. You may be thinking that winter is almost over and a backup generator at the Lake of the Ozarks isn't necessary outside of winter, but that's not true! Read on to find out 5 situations where you may lose power and a backup generator would come in handy. #1 Winter Ice Storms  Of course, now one of the biggest cause of a power outage is the chance of winter weather, especially ice storms. Ice storms can cause havoc on power lines. When ice forms on power lines, the lines get heavy and have the potential to snap. Power is even more crucial during the harsh winter months because often when you do not have power, you don't have heat either. Installing a backup generator can give y...