The Electrical Blog | A.F. Smith Electric

Dec 1

Upgrading Your Electrical Panel: A Key Step Toward Beneficial Electrification

Note: If you live in Ann Arbor, you can take advantage of the city’s home energy rebate program to get up to $2,000 back on your...

Nov 1

Five Skills for Successful Electricians

Why does A.F. Smith Electric hire electricians trained by the IBEW and NECA? Electricians require numerous technical and people skills to...

Oct 14

Why Apprenticeship Programs Generate the Best Electricians

A.F. Smith Electric hires the most comprehensively and professionally trained electricians available. Our electricians are trained...

Sep 24

GFCI Outlets Explained

If your power suddenly goes out in the kitchen or bathroom, you may just need to hit “RESET” on your GFCI outlet. Let’s learn more about...

Aug 17

Swimming Pool and Hot Tub Electrical Safety

Swimming pools and hot tubs offer relaxation and fun but also present potential electrical hazards that require careful attention. To...

Jul 10

Understanding Your Home’s Electrical System: A Basic Guide

For most homeowners, the electrical system is a mystery. It’s vital to our daily life, yet remains primarily hidden behind walls and...

Jun 16

Assessing Your Landscape Lighting Needs

As the days get longer, it’s the perfect time to evaluate and upgrade your landscape lighting. Proper outdoor lighting enhances the...

May 21

Electrical Systems Need Spring Cleaning, Too!

Spring is in the air, and there’s no better time to ensure your electrical systems are in good working order. Our checklist is a great...

Feb 20

Staff Spotlight: Pat Ulanowicz

We love highlighting the outstanding members of our team. This month, we are spotlighting Pat Ulanowicz. What is your role at A.F. Smith?...

Jan 2

Benefits of Upgrading to LED Lighting

There are several important benefits to upgrading your home or commercial business to all light emitting diodes (LED) lighting. LEDs are...

Dec 6, 2023

Are You Ready for a Hybrid Water Heater?

Considering a change to your home’s hot water supply? Hybrid water heaters, also known as heat pump water heaters, are becoming much more...

Nov 7, 2023

Staff Spotlight: Colin Sorensen

We love highlighting the outstanding members of our team. This month, we are spotlighting Colin Sorensen. What is your role at A.F....

Oct 20, 2023

Generator Interlock Kits

Michigan storms and aging power grids translates to many of us having experienced several power outages lately, often for days at a time....

Sep 15, 2023

Is it Time for a Heat Pump Dryer?

Cutting back on both energy use and reliance on fossil fuels are driving sales of heat pump dryers in the U.S. Could a heat pump dryer be...

Jun 21, 2023

Staff Spotlight: Andrea VanValkenburg, Estimator & Project Manager

We love getting the chance to highlight our amazing A.F. Smith Electric team members! What is your role at A.F. Smith? I am an Estimator...

Jun 5, 2023

Induction Ranges

Is it worth making the switch? Induction Ranges Explained Induction ranges are definitely trending right now. Already popular in Europe,...

May 19, 2023

The Benefits of a Level 2 Home Electric Vehicle Charger

Is upgrading right for you? You’re thrilled with your new electric car, but less so with the Level 1 charger that came with it. Charging...

Apr 30, 2023

Staff Spotlight: Tim Oestreich, Commercial Service Representative

What is your role at A.F. Smith? I am the Commercial Service Representative. One of my main responsibilities is to provide customer...

Apr 13, 2023

Should You Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?

A healthy electrical panel, or breaker box, is critical for the safety, comfort and operation of your home. We already rely heavily on...

Mar 13, 2023

Benefits of Smart Home Technology

Smart Home Technology is more common than ever as it has become increasingly affordable and easy to use. So what exactly is a smart home?...