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Your home’s electrical system works behind the scenes every day, powering everything from your lights and appliances to your devices and HVAC system. At the heart of it all is the electrical panel—the central hub that distributes electricity to every circuit in your house. For many homeowners in the Portland metro area, especially those living […]

Choosing the right HVAC system starts with understanding your home’s layout, your climate, and your energy goals. From split systems to ductless setups, there are several options that can meet your needs…if you know what to look for. Replacing or upgrading your home HVAC system is a decision that affects your comfort every day, all […]

Professional security system installation is the fastest way to make sure your property is protected, reliable, and built to last. Trained experts know where to place equipment, how to configure it, and how to ensure everything runs smoothly for maximum security. According to the FBI, a burglary happens every 28.3 seconds in the United States, […]

Power outages cost U.S. businesses over $150 billion every year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. That’s billions lost in frozen operations, halted sales, and equipment failure, all from something as simple as the lights going out. A single storm or grid overload can leave your business in the dark for hours, or even […]

Around 80% of power outages in the U.S. are weather-related, according to Climate Central, and they’re lasting longer than ever. A few hours without electricity might be an inconvenience. A few days? That’s a serious threat to your food, comfort, safety, and business. Installing a backup generator isn’t something you can afford to get wrong. […]

You’ve spent time and money making your home look good: fresh paint, nice landscaping, maybe even a new patio. But when the sun goes down, it all disappears. The front yard feels dark, the walkway’s a tripping hazard, and the backyard? Off-limits after sunset. The truth is, a poorly lit exterior doesn’t just waste your […]

A flickering light. A dead outlet. A breaker that keeps tripping for no reason. These aren’t just annoyances; they’re signs that your home’s electrical system might not be working the way it should. And when it comes to electricity, “good enough” doesn’t cut it. Whether you’re building from scratch or fixing a long-standing issue, getting […]

You thought the cameras were working…until the footage cut out when you needed it most. Or maybe the installer rushed the job, skipped key blind spots, and now your “coverage” is full of gaps. Worse still? The company stopped answering calls the minute the invoice was paid. Whether you’re protecting a home or a business, […]

Dropped calls. Lagging video meetings. Unreliable internet in one part of the building while the server room overheats in another. If that sounds familiar, the problem probably isn’t your equipment; it’s your cabling. Poor network performance often comes down to messy, outdated wiring holding your business back. Structured cabling fixes that. It gives your operation […]

A slow or unreliable internet connection isn’t just annoying; it can shut down meetings, stall business operations, and turn your smart home into a dumb one. And yet, many people assume installing fiber optic cable is a simple plug-and-play job. The truth? If it’s not done properly from the start, you’re almost guaranteed to face […]