Types of  Outdoor Lighting | How to Design Landscape Lighting

You know you want more outdoor lighting, and you know where you want it.  But how do you know what kind of lighting you want? How do you choose?  Read on and I’ll explain all the different types of outdoor lighting, from safety to the aesthetics of landscape lighting. 

How to Make an Outdoor Lighting Plan

With the melting snow and Spring but a few weeks away, now is the perfect time to begin your outdoor lighting project. And the very first step in the process is to plan the space.

But where does one start with an outdoor lighting plan? What should one consider when designing his/her landscape lighting? Read on for more tips from Irvington's preferred electrician, Consolidated Hudson Electric.

Roof and Gutter Deicing

Question: After the recent snowstorms, I noticed a large ice patch that formed over my gutter and downspout. It grew so large and heavy that it was pulling the gutter off the roof. I was afraid of the damage to my roof or worse, that it would fall on someone below. Long story short, I climbed our rickety ladder and with much physical labor and fear for my safety I manually removed it myself. I don’t EVER want to do that again! Is there a safer, easier way to keep ice build-up off my roof? How do I keep my gutters ice free? Should I remove the snow from my roof?

Answer: It sounds like you have an ice dam issue, a common occurrence in colder climates. While manually removing them as they grow is an option, your best solution is prevention by having roof and gutter deicing cables installed by a qualified electrician.

Surface Mount Lights

Surface mount lighting is a great option in many lighting environments and installing them is one of our most requested services. Surface mounted light fixtures can be installed in almost any space and the design options are limitless. Read on to learn if this type of lighting is right for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions About Generators

Generators are a great option to protect your home or business from power outages. Automatically providing power during blackouts and brownouts, generators provide protection and peace of mind. You know you need one, but perhaps you still have a few questions. As the best generator installer in the Irvington area, read on to find the answers to the top 4 questions we get about generators.

What to Expect with a Generator Installation

If you have been considering a generator, you are probably wondering what’s involved with a generator installation. As vastly experienced electricians who install generators, we have years of experience with all aspects of this type of project. Read on to learn more about what to expect with a generator installation project.

What Exactly is a Generator and Why Should I Have One?

A backup generator is a piece of equipment designed to restore power to your home or business when the utility power goes out, or if the utility lowers the voltage to a dangerous level. In the event of a blackout or brownout, a backup power generator automatically provides an alternate source of power for your home or business.

Are you wondering if a generator is right for you? Read on to learn the benefits of a generator!

With working from home the new normal, home offices are a necessity.  Understanding, planning, and implementing your office’s electrical requirements will help you achieve an area that is not only functional, but also a space you enjoy being in. Read on for 6 areas to consider when planning your office's electrical requirements.

With more and more people exiting the cramped conditions of NYC, the housing market is exploding in the Hudson Valley. Large numbers of people have purchased property in the Rivertown area and are preparing to make these houses their homes. Welcome neighbors! With home inspections and desired renovations, now is the perfect time to plan your new home’s electrical wiring upgrades. If you are not sure where to start, read on for 9 areas to consider when planning your electrical renovation.