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Pros and Cons of Driving an Electric Car

Zero emissions and no fuel costs sound like a dream. But for some it’s too good to be true. You’ll find the pros and cons of electric vehicles from...here, from Mr. Electric.
Aug 23, 2018

Thanks to zero emissions and no fuel costs, 2017 saw a record number of electric vehicle sales, with this year’s sales expected to surpass those numbers as more American buyers seek the dream of a vehicle that doesn’t strain their pocketbook at the pump. But does the reality of an all-electric...Read more

How Do Electric Vehicles Work?

Every wonder how those electric cars propel themselves along so efficiently and silently? Mr. Electric can teach you a thing or two about it. Learn more!
Aug 16, 2018

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are becoming increasingly popular. Popping up alongside you on roadways, and silently idling - and surprising you - in parking lots, they leave many Americans wondering just how these electric eccentricities propel themselves along so efficiently and soundlessly...Read more

Upgrade Your Electrical System for Electrical Vehicles

Upgrading your home electrical system for an electrical vehicle is a great way to ensure quicker charges and reliable power. Learn more from Mr. Electric.
Aug 9, 2018

Electric vehicle home charging stations are an important part of your EV purchase, so it’s important to learn all you can about this facet of your new automobile to ensure a safe, fast, reliable charge. Charging your voltage powered vehicle by plugging into a standard 120-volt electrical outlet...Read more

Lightbulb Wars LED vs Fluorescent

In the battle of the bulbs, will LED or fluorescent come out on top? Mr. Electric will be the judge of this light bulb showdown. Learn which bulb is best for you.
Aug 2, 2018

When it comes to choosing replacement light bulbs, everyone knows CFLs and LEDs offer a more efficient, longer lasting lighting option. But given the choice between the two, fluorescent light vs LED, which one comes out on top? In this battle of the bulbs, Mr. Electric will help you decide which...Read more

Are LED Bulbs Worth the Investment

Jul 26, 2018

Chances are, you won’t be the first homeowner to be found scratching your head in the lighting aisle of your local home improvement store pondering over the added expense of LED bulbs. Rapidly replacing incandescent bulbs and compact fluorescents, are LED bulbs worth the cost?

In it for...Read more

LED Light Sensitivity: What You Need to Know

LED light sensitivity is a condition that affects certain individuals when exposed. Although the condition isn’t life threatening, it should be taken seriously.
Jul 12, 2018

LED lights are infamous for their superior efficiency. Rapidly becoming a nationwide favorite as the cost of bulb technology continues to drop, LED lighting is helping reduce energy demands and ensure a greener future. But unfortunately for those with LED light sensitivity, that future can be...Read more

What Does LED Stand For?

LED is an increasingly popular alternative to incandescent lights. They are cheap to operate and last longer. But ever wonder what LED stands for?
Jul 9, 2018

Long-lasting and cheap to operate due to advances in technology that make them one of the greenest light sources around, LEDs are an increasingly popular alternative to incandescent and CFL lights. But have you ever wondered, what does LED stand for?

What Does LED Mean?

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Can My Business Invest in a Wind Turbine?

Interested in offsetting traditional energy sources with renewable resources for your business? Learn more about investing in a wind turbine for the office.
Jun 28, 2018

Amazon, Google, Facebook, General Motors, Proctor & Gamble, IKEA and more mega-corps are investing mega-bucks in wind energy. A boon for the environment and the bottom line, should your business be buying in by investing in a wind turbine?

Blown Out of Proportion

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Nine Quick Ways to Lower Your Electricity Consumption

Worried about the climbing electric bill? Mr. Electric can help. Learn a few effective ways to lower your electricity consumption and your utility bill.
Jun 25, 2018

Feeling vertigo from sky-high electrical bills? There are many easy ways you can save megabucks on megawatts – without the need for large time or monetary investments.

How to Lower Your Electrical Bill – 9 Simple Ways:
  1. Replace outdated appliances
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How to Dispose of Electronics Responsibly

Electronics don’t belong in landfills or on the curb. Learn how to safely and responsibly dispose of your old and used electronics, from Mr. Electric.
Jun 14, 2018

About to toss an old smartphone in the trash or leave your latest TV curbside? Stop right there -electronics don’t belong in landfills or on the curb! Improperly disposed of electronics are harmful to the environment, housing highly-toxic substances.

What’s the Big Deal?

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