Illuminations Lighting and Design has worked for over twenty-five years now as an award-winning electrical contractor servicing Beaumont, Houston, Port Arthur, and the entire Texas Gulf Coast. Our team of certified electrical technicians brings to the table a combination of standard electrical service disciplines combined with many advanced techniques not always available through smaller companies or independent electrical contractors. Beaumont businesses and homeowners can count on getting the very best commercial grade equipment and top-notch service that will meet all safety compliance codes and that will last for many years to come.
We deliver six major sub disciplines of electrical contracting services to Beaumont homes and businesses:
Electrical Panel Upgrades
One of the most commonly asked questions we receive from Beaumont customers is, “When do I need an electrical panel upgrade?”
Generally speaking, you need to consider a new panel any time you outgrow the number of outlets in your home.
If you are using power strips to plug multiple appliances into single outlets, please understand that this is dangerous. These strips are NOT surge suppressors.
They can create power fluctuations and even fire hazards.
Electrical Remodeling
If you are adding new rooms to your Beaumont home, consider hiring a contractor for electrical remodeling services. Anytime new floor space and walls are added to a house, new circuits have to be installed to support new lighting and new power outlets.
If your home was built with aluminum wiring, click here for important information on this topic.
Home Electrical Generators
A home electrical generator is an absolute must for any Gulf Coast city facing the imminent threat of hurricanes.
ILD serves Beaumont not only as an electrical contractor, but also a vendor of commercial-grade electrical generators.
New Home Wiring
As new homes are built all over Beaumont, electrical contractors such are asked more and more to help with the planning and building phases of new home construction.
ILD takes electrical engineering one step further into the world of lighting design.
We design electrical wiring systems that will meet all the of the regulatory and practical demands of engineering, AND that will also accommodate any ultra-modern lighting fixtures and home theater automation equipment that you may want to add in the future.
Whole House Surge Protection
Whole house surge suppressors protect against transient power surges that can strike anywhere in Beaumont or in the surrounding rural areas.
A whole house surge suppressor is a vital component you should seriously consider investing in. One lightning strike or power surge could cost you thousands of dollars in home automation equipment.
Advanced Electrical Installation
As a Beaumont contractor that multi-specializes in lighting control, home control and automation, and home theater, ILD can create complex electrical distribution systems that are still very user friendly.
To learn more about what we can do in custom homes or large homes over 6,000 square feet, click here.
Fine Art Lighting
We offer complimentary consultations to serious inquirers for any of the above services. Contact us at 800-863-1184 to discuss your needs or to schedule an appointment today.
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Generators of all types use the same basic technology to generate electricity. A turbine turns within a magnetic field; displacing electrons in conductive material that create the flow of energy we call "electricity." While the huge generators that power the public power grid may seem a far cry from home electrical generators in both output capacity and engineering design, always remember that the basic technological principles remain the same for both. It is important to keep this in mind when purchasing a home electrical generator because its purpose is to safely and reliably replace the public power grid during an electrical outage. Illuminations Lighting and Design operates as an authorized dealer of home electrical generators and a source of information on choosing the right electrical generator for your home.
Generally speaking, home electrical generators fall into two categories: stationary, (or standby) and portable. To determine which best suits your needs; it is critical that you first determine if you require electricity for the entire home or for only essential appliances and communications equipment. If you live in an area that is prone to natural disasters, then err on the side of overestimating the time you will be without power. Hurricanes on the Gulf Coast and tornado's in Central Texas and The High Plains have destroyed power grids in the past, leaving entire urban areas blacked out for days. If you think you might face such a situation in the future, we recommend that you invest in a standby home electrical generator that requires minimal refueling and will supply power to the entire home. This assumes, of course, you are far enough from the immediate disaster area that you can safely remain at home without evacuating. Illuminations Lighting and Design will help you select between fuel options ranging from natural gas, propane, or diesel fuel (which burns much longer than gasoline), and we will help you install your home's new electrical generator in a safe, well-ventilated, secure location.
If you live in a part of Texas less prone to natural disasters than to occasional intermittent or rolling blackouts, then you can cost-effectively invest in a portable generator. While most portable home electrical generators will supply electricity to only the essential appliances and perhaps one or two rooms, this usually meets the immediate power needs of most temporary outages that pose no threat to life. However, please keep in mind the importance of safe usage if you choose to use a portable electrical generator fueled by gasoline. Pure carbon monoxide gives off no odor, and it can kill before it becomes evident. Call Illuminations Lighting and Design for expert advice on how to select and operate a gasoline-powered home electrical generator, and always err on the side of caution when using highly flammable fuels and toxic exhausts.
If you are planning to invest in a portable electrical generator for evacuation purposes, consult with one of our specialists first to make certain that the device you have in mind can meet your needs during travel, or in any emergency facilities to which you may relocate.
In any event, it always proves wise to consult with an expert first to ensure you have sufficiently considered all the factors required to safely generate home electrical power. The team at Illuminations Lighting and Design consists of a highly trained, professional, and customer-friendly staff that stands ready to help you make these decisions and ensure maximum protection and quality of life.
Contact us at 713-863-1133 and let us install a home emergency generator system designed specifically for you home.
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