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Not All EV Charging Outlets Are Created Equal: What Central Coast Homeowners Need to Know
Not All EV Charging Outlets Are Created Equal: What Central Coast Homeowners Need to Know As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common...

Daniel Ehinger
May 12, 20253 min read


California’s Gas Appliance Regulations: What San Luis Obispo & Santa Maria Homeowners Need to Know About Electrification
California’s Gas Appliance Regulations: What San Luis Obispo & Santa Maria Homeowners Need to Know About Electrification Posted by Elect...

Daniel Ehinger
May 7, 20255 min read


Home EV Charger Installation in Santa Maria & San Luis Obispo County: What Homeowners Need to Know
Home EV Charger Installation in Santa Maria & San Luis Obispo County: What Homeowners Need to Know As electric vehicles (EVs) become...

Daniel Ehinger
May 6, 20253 min read


Upgrade Your SLO & Santa Maria Home: LED Lights to Replace Fluorescent Bulbs
LED Lights to Replace Fluorescent Bulbs: Upgrade Your SLO & Santa Maria Home by Danny Ehinger, Elect Electric If your San Luis Obispo or...

Daniel Ehinger
May 1, 20254 min read


Maximizing Energy Efficiency: How San Luis Obispo County and Santa Maria Homeowners with Small Electrical Panels Can Still Use Electric Vehicles
As electric vehicles (EVs) gain traction around the globe, many homeowners are excited to embrace greener transportation options....

Daniel Ehinger
Apr 28, 20253 min read


Facing EV Range Anxiety: How San Luis Obispo County Homeowners Can Navigate and Overcome the Challenge of Electric Vehicle Limitations
In recent years, electric vehicles (EVs) have surged in popularity as a sustainable alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars....

Daniel Ehinger
Apr 21, 20254 min read


Unlocking the Power: Bringing Level 2 EV Charging to Your Home in San Luis Obispo County and Santa Maria
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular every day, thanks to their environmental benefits and lower operating costs. As more...

Daniel Ehinger
Apr 14, 20253 min read


Is Level 1 EV Charging Worth It? Exploring the Realities of Home EV Charging
As electric vehicles (EVs) capture more attention, the idea of convenient home charging becomes highly appealing. Level 1 chargers allow...

Daniel Ehinger
Apr 7, 20253 min read


EV Charging! Electric Cooking! Heat Pumps! Oh My!
A 100-amp panel might seem like a roadblock to full electrification, but with smarter technology and energy management, you can maximize....

Daniel Ehinger
Mar 31, 20252 min read


What Will They Think of Next? A Battery-Powered Range
What Will They Think of Next? A Battery-Powered Oven Electric cooking has long been a challenge for homeowners trying to reduce grid...

Daniel Ehinger
Mar 24, 20252 min read


Saving Energy at the Peak: How to Curtail Energy Usage from 4-9 PM to Lower Your Electric Bill
Saving Energy at the Peak: How to Curtail Energy Usage from 4-9 PM to Lower Yout Electric Bill Peak energy hours—typically from 4-9...

Daniel Ehinger
Mar 17, 20253 min read


What Happened to Solar? How the Duck Curve Explains California’s New Energy Needs
Despite the rapid expansion of solar, recent energy policies and shifts in electricity demand have raised concerns among.

Daniel Ehinger
Mar 11, 20252 min read


Understanding California's Solar Transition of Net Energy Metering (NEM) Changes & How to Adapt
Instead of earning retail value for excess energy, homeowners are now credited at a much lower “avoided cost” rate, which varies.....

Daniel Ehinger
Mar 4, 20253 min read


With Bright LED Light Bulbs and Fixtures, “High Efficiency” Equals Brightness Like Never Before!
As an electrical contractor, I’ve seen firsthand how LED lights outperform older technologies, and here’s why they work so well.

Daniel Ehinger
Feb 25, 20253 min read


Protect Your Smoke and CO Detectors During Construction and Renovations
When doing any home renovations, whether it’s installing drywall, sanding floors, or even painting, one small but crucial step often gets ov

Daniel Ehinger
Feb 18, 20252 min read


Why Homeowners Should Replace Pushmatic/Bulldog Style Electrical Panels
Not all panels are created equal. Pushmatic (also known as Bulldog) panels, while once popular, are now considered outdated and potentially

Daniel Ehinger
Feb 10, 20252 min read


Powerwall 3 Battery: Streamlined Installation for a Smarter, Sleeker Solution
Powerwall 3 is changing the game for homeowners seeking reliable backup power.

Daniel Ehinger
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Cracking the Code: Simplifying LED Light Bulb & Light Fixture Selection for Home and Business
Amidst a sea of options, picking LED lighting doesn't need to be overwhelming. By grasping the basics of color temperature and applying a si

Daniel Ehinger
Feb 3, 20253 min read


Understanding Lumens - How to Decide the Right Amount of LED Light (Lumens) Needed for Your Space
Understanding Lumens - How to Decide the Right Amount of LED Light (Lumens) Needed for Your Space When it comes to lighting your home,...

Daniel Ehinger
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Unlocking the Potential of Home Back-Up Power: A Closer Look at Tesla's Powerwall 3
In today's world, homeowners want reliable energy solutions that fit their lifestyles. With the introduction of Tesla's Powerwall 3,...

Daniel Ehinger
Jan 23, 20254 min read
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