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Practical guides on EV charging, recessed and LED lighting, panel upgrades, and electrical service from the Renaissance Electric team. Written for Pittsburgh homeowners, by licensed electricians who work on these houses every day.
Wet Rated vs. Damp Rated Recessed Lights: Where Each One Belongs in a Pittsburgh Home
Not every recessed light is allowed in every location. The difference between a dry-rated,...
When Your Pittsburgh Home Needs a Sub-Panel: Additions, Finished Basements, and Detached Garages
If you’re finishing a basement, adding a room, building a detached garage with its...
Smart EV Chargers vs. Basic: Is the WiFi Actually Worth It?
When you shop for a Level 2 EV charger, half the market is basic...
Warm White vs. Cool White: Picking the Right LED Color Temperature for Every Room
Walk into a lighting store and you’ll see bulbs labeled 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K,...
Generator Inlet vs. Transfer Switch for Pittsburgh Snowstorms: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Pittsburgh hands out power outages on a regular schedule. January ice, March windstorms, summer...
How Long Does a Level 2 EV Charger Install Take in Pittsburgh? (Timeline Breakdown)
When people call us for an EV charger install, the first question is almost...
Dimmable LED Recessed Lights: Which Dimmer Switches Actually Work (and Which Cause Flicker)
You replaced your old recessed cans with LED retrofits. Cleaner look, less heat, lower...
Double-Taps and Overcrowded Panels: When It’s Time to Rebuild
Open the door of an older Pittsburgh electrical panel and you’ll often see something...