The U.S. has seen a rise in sustainable building in the last decade. The “going green” trend can be attributed largely to higher standard building regulations and customers asking for more sustainable structures. Rating systems for sustainable building, such as the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, have become extremely popular as they […]

What if all your devices could connect to the internet? Not just your phone and computers, but everything: lights, doorbells, windows, appliances — everything. Then what if you could communicate and control those devices from a central hub? While it may sound like something out of a science fiction movie, it’s the Internet of Things […]

The market for connected, or smart lighting is set to become a $4.4 billion-dollar industry by 2025 and is growing by about 24.6 percent every year. This means more work opportunities and potential for increased revenue for electricians and electrical contractors given the right tools and training. Lighting capabilities have evolved beyond brightening up dark […]

With so many different factors to consider and companies to choose from, finding the right electrical supplier for your project can be a daunting task. Electrical suppliers can come in the form of local branches,  e-commerce platforms, catalogs, or some combination of the three. Whether you’re looking for a supplier for the industrial, residential, or commercial […]

Are you ready to start your career as an electrician, but not sure what steps you need to take to get there? There are two routes to getting the training and certification you need. The first option is to go directly to your apprenticeship, which is a long-term training program run by one of several […]

When it comes to being an electrician, having the right tools for the job is imperative. But having the right tools requires a thorough understanding of the job and what it entails. The same is true when it comes to commercial and residential lighting projects. Knowing the different types of lighting and the benefits and […]

New Year, New You Growing and maintaining a business is hard work; it requires constant nurturing and can be stressful, especially if your livelihood depends on your success. The following are five tips that can help deliver consistent results for growing your company.   1. Organize your contact database It’s surprising how many contractors try […]