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Get The Most Out Of Your Air Conditioning This Summer With Ceiling Fan Installation

Jul 12, 2021

Get The Most Out Of Your Air Conditioning This Summer With Ceiling Fan Installation

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Get The Most Out Of Your Air Conditioning This Summer With Ceiling Fan Installation

Get The Most Out Of Your Air Conditioning This Summer With Ceiling Fan Installation

Looking for ceiling fan installation in Des Moines to help circulate cool air in your home this summer? There’s no doubt that the practicality of a ceiling fan is ideal in the summer. They not only cool the room down but provide a comfortable amount of air circulation throughout the whole house. This can save you money on your energy bill by allowing you to run your air conditioner less frequently and at a lower temperature.

The right ceiling fan can do a lot for you and your home. Equal parts form and function, a good ceiling fan can provide a nice, relaxing breeze while also tying the room together aesthetically. But, like any home improvement project, there are more than a few things to consider before you pull the trigger on a new fan. To make sure that your fan is the right one for you, be sure to consult with a licensed professional electrician.

Size

Before you make any final decisions about any ceiling fans, you need to ensure that the fan you’re interested in is the right fit for your space. Literally. It may seem like an obvious thing, but you would be amazed to know how many inexperienced homeowners select a ceiling fan based only on visual appeal without thinking about how small or large they need it to be for their needs. For example In a room up to 50 square feet, choose a 29″ fan. Medium size rooms up to 100 square feet can fit fans from 36″ to 42″. Standard bedrooms and family rooms up to 400 square feet work best with fans that are 50″ or 52″.

Appearance

As a semi-permanent fixture, you want your newly installed ceiling fan to look good in your home. Just as an ugly couch can ruin the appeal of an otherwise beautiful room, an out of place ceiling fan can detract from the overall aesthetic of your home. And since most fans come with lighting fixtures, you also can consider which lighting will best compliment your room. There are options like spotlights and multiple glass shades that can be added to a fitter to enhance the design. A friend or family member with a keen eye for interior design will jump at the chance to help find you the perfect fan, but failing that, our resident expert representatives are ready, willing, and able to assist you in deciding on a fan that accentuates your home’s existing features.

Cooling Power

Power, in the sense of how much cooling ability the fan brings to the table. A fan’s primary function is first and foremost to supply a refreshing cool breeze to your living space. Depending entirely on your preferences, a fan can provide a barely-there breeze or a noticeable gust of air. The air intensity, or lack thereof, is a huge part of picking a ceiling fan that you shouldn’t take lightly.

Energy Efficiency

With everyone trying to be ecologically friendly these days, having a fan that is good on electricity may be something that’s important to you. Thankfully, ceiling fans are some of the best cooling products for conserving energy. Most fans only consume about 90 or so watts of electricity, leaving even the greenest A/C systems in the dust. That said, many people install an extra ceiling fan in a room to act as an energy-efficient cooling alternative to air conditioning.

Unique Ceiling Fans for Different Rooms

Are you thinking of putting a fan in the bathroom? What about an outdoor fan to accentuate your covered patio? For more unorthodox installations, you need an especially designed fan. Bathroom fans need to be designed with small spaces in mind, and outdoor fans need specialized casings to protect them from the elements. Placing improper fans in these types of locations could mean serious damage to your fan and/or home.

Contact Integra Electrical Today For Ceiling Fan Installation

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Our team of expert electricians are standing by now for ceiling fan installation in Des Moines! Installing a new ceiling fan or upgrading the one you already have will not only brighten up your lighting, but circulate your indoor air to help you get the most out of your heating and air conditioning all year long. And for an ultra-low cost of about $0.01 per hour to operate, you will benefit from not only their functionality, but their ability to update the look and feel of your room.  Call our office today and see why local homeowners trust their electrical systems to Integra!

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Ceiling Fan Installation In Polk City

Jun 25, 2021

Ceiling Fan Installation In Polk City

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Ceiling Fan Installation In Polk City

Ceiling Fan Installation In Polk City

Looking for ceiling fan installation in Polk City to help circulate cool air in your home this summer? There’s no doubt that the practicality of a ceiling fan is ideal in the summer. They not only cool the room down but provide a comfortable amount of air circulation throughout the whole house. This can save you money on your energy bill by allowing you to run your air conditioner less frequently and at a lower temperature. The team of expert residential electricians at Integra Electrical recently completely a ceiling fan installation in Polk City along with several lighting upgrades for a homeowner who was to not only improve their home’s air circulation, but the quality of their lighting, too.

Recessed Lighting To Compliment Your New Ceiling Fan

Bright and even lighting can be achieved in even the darkest parts of your home with recessed lighting installation. These overhead lights were dispersed throughout the ceiling, for full illumination of a laundry room, without the need for any bulky fixtures. With recessed lighting, there is no longer a need for multiple lamps and a lack of outlets. They are perfect for low-ceilings and work very well in kitchens, hallways basements, and more.

Why Install a Ceiling Fan?

If you plan on using air conditioning in your home this summer, you may not see the benefit of installing or upgrading a ceiling fan. However, using a ceiling fan may actually help you get the most out of your air conditioner. For an average of $0.01/hr. (Yes, you read that correctly – one cent per hour!), you can extend the reach of the cool, conditioned air produced by your A/C. So even rooms without vents can still still stay cool. Most new ceiling fans are designed to operate this energy efficiently, so even if you already have a ceiling fan, you may still be able to save money by upgrading to a newer model.

A new ceiling fan installation in Polk City will benefit you not just in the summer, but all year long. It can be run in the winter, as well, to extend the reach of your heat. This can help uneven heating in your home by helping the air travel between rooms.

Pendant Lighting & Fixture Upgrades

Modern light fixture upgrades helped transform this Polk City home into an updated luxury space. Their existing light fixtures dated the home with their tarnished brass finish and dull, dim illumination. Working in conjunction with their new recessed lighting, the metal pendant lights installed by Integra Electrical have an industrial chic appearance and will add a touch of flare to the homeowner’s décor. Lighting upgrades are an affordable way to give a room a whole new feel. This pendant lighting upgrade was very affordable, and actually gave the homeowners some extra budget leftover that they were able to spend on other parts of their renovation.

Call Integra Today For Ceiling Fan Installation in Polk City

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Our team of expert electricians are standing by now for ceiling fan installation in Polk City! Installing a new ceiling fan or upgrading the one you already have will not only brighten up your lighting, but circulate your indoor air to help you get the most out of your heating and air conditioning all year long. And for an ultra-low cost of about $0.01 per hour to operate, you will benefit from not only their functionality, but their ability to update the look and feel of your room.  Call our office today and see why local homeowners trust their electrical systems to Integra!

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Recessed Lighting Upgrades In Grimes

Apr 28, 2021

Recessed Lighting Upgrades In Grimes

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Recessed Lighting Upgrades In Grimes

Looking for recessed lighting upgrades in Grimes to modernize your home? One of the biggest concerns that you should have as a homeowner is finding the right additions to add more appeal to your residence. For most homeowners in Grimes, recessed lighting upgrades throughout the house can make a world of difference. Lighting is one of the main issues that should be addressed when trying to improve not only the appearance, but the functionality of each room in your house. Without proper lighting upgrades, you will experience issues like an overall decline in the room’s atmosphere or the inability to function in either rooms due to a lack of visibility. Read on to see the progress of a recent recessed lighting upgrade in Grimes completed by the experts at Integra Electrical.

Recessed Lighting Upgrades In Grimes

Bright and even lighting can be achieved in even the darkest parts of your home with recessed lighting installation. These overhead lights are dispersed throughout the ceiling, or placed exactly where you would like them, for full illumination without the need for any bulk fixtures. They are perfect for low-ceilings and work very well in kitchens, hallways and basements.

Recessed lights were installed on living room and bedroom ceiling beams to enhance the unique structure of these rooms. There is no longer a need for multiple lamps and a lack of outlets. The new recessed lights illuminate the rooms with elegance and all wiring was hidden within the ceiling beams to maintain the sleek appearance.

GFCI Outlet Safety

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (or GCFIs) are commonly used in outlets, and can immediately shut off the electric power to reduce the risk of electric shock or fires. They’re intended to trigger when current is flowing through a person or through the water. While these are not always necessary for lamps in rooms without running water or regular moisture, they do improve the overall safety of your electrical system. We installed a GFCI outlet in the bathroom of this Grimes home so they can safely operate their removable bidet.

Ceiling Fan Replacement

There’s no doubt that the practicality of a ceiling fan is ideal. They not only cool the room down but provide a comfortable amount of air circulation throughout the whole house. This can save you money on your energy bill. This house replaced an old, builder’s-grade light fixture with a modern ceiling fan to not only improve their kitchen’s air circulation, but the quality of their lighting, too.

Smart Outlet Installation

While completing this Grimes recessed lighting installation, we replaced a three way dimmer switch in the kitchen with a more modern 3-way smart outlet. Smart outlets connect to Wi-Fi and give you the option to control the dimming and timing of the corresponding lighting with smartphone apps, or even with your voice. It’s like the clap on/clap off lamp of the modern age! Smart outlets were also installed in the bedroom and the living room. These outlets allow USB cables to be plugged directly into them without the need for any adaptors. So you can charge your phones, laptops and other electronics without the need to search around for a wall-outlet block!

If you have ever had to fumble around searching for a lamp switch after entering a dark room, then you can understand these homeowners’ frustration. And it may be time to schedule a lighting upgrade, yourself! A cleaner, more modern appearance was a major goal for these recessed lighting upgrades in Grimes.

Call Integra Today For Recessed Lighting Upgrades In Grimes

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Our team of expert electricians are standing by now for help with recessed lighting upgrades in Grimes! Upgrading your lighting is not only a way to inexpensively modernize your home, but can greatly improve the functionality of each room. No more gaudy chandeliers or tripping over the rug while trying to turn on a lamp in the dark. Call our office today and see why local homeowners trust their electrical systems to Integra!

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Circuit Installation In Carlisle

Feb 15, 2021

Circuit Installation In Carlisle

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Circuit Installation In Carlisle

Looking for circuit installation in Carlisle to bring adequate power to your Iowa home?  When circuit breakers become overloaded, they shut off as a safety mechanism. If yours are tripping regularly, there is an issue that needs to be addressed by an electrician. Short circuiting  can occur within your electrical wiring when there is a low current connection between your fuse box and the device you want to power on. For example, if there is something wrong with the wires that are connecting everything, they might “short” out. The coating on the wire could be worn away, or broken from the breaker to the outlet. Even small animals in the rodent family sometimes chew through electrical wires in your walls. This is usually a problem that needs to be looked at by an electrician because sparks or fire can occur.  Read on to see the progress of a recent circuit installation completed by the experts at Integra Electrical.

30 AMP Circuit Installation in Carlisle

We made the decision to install a 30 amp circuit to this Carlisle home’s electrical panel so their living room and dining room could have adequate power. They were previously unable to use their dining room light while several of their kitchen appliances were running. We also installed a three-way switch to allow the ceiling fan/light fixture in the dining room to be controlled by switches at both the kitchen and the hallway entrances.

20 AMP Circuit Installation in Carlisle

The 20 amp circuit installed by Integra Electrical will power the kitchen and hallway lighting. These homeowners will no longer need to decide between which light they want to run – they can now see their walking paths clearly at all times, regardless of the time of day. Their bedroom ceiling fan was upgraded to a sleeker, more modern model to give the room an easy update.

Electrical Switch Troubleshooting & Replacement

Our team was able to improve the usability of this home’s newly updated lighting systems by not only installing new switches, but by troubleshooting and replacing their faulty existing ones.  If nothing is plugged into the outlet or there aren’t too many items stressing the electrical supply, it’s perfectly normal for it to be a tad warm. The lights tend to do that in a house. In general if it’s too hot to touch, that’s a serious problem. Damaged wires can cause excessive heat on regular switch plates.

Call Integra Today For Circuit Installation In Carlisle

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Our team of expert electricians are standing by in Carlisle now for help with all your home’s panel upgrade and circuit installation needs! Circuit breakers prevent your circuits from getting overloaded. As the electricity being drawn from a particular circuit begins to reach 100% capacity, the circuit will shut off to protect the electrical wiring in your home. Older homes may not have enough circuits to accommodate the modern lifestyle and all the electronics that come along with it. When in doubt, call a licensed, professional electrician to upgrade or review your circuit panels.  Call our office today and see why local homeowners trust their electrical systems to Integra!

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Lighting Upgrades In Norwalk

Jan 11, 2021

Lighting Upgrades In Norwalk

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Lighting Upgrades In Norwalk

Looking for lighting upgrades in Norwalk to modernize your home? One of the biggest concerns that you should have as a homeowner is finding the right additions to add more appeal to your residence. For most homeowners in Norwalk, lighting upgrades throughout the house can make a world of difference. Lighting is one of the main issues that should be addressed when trying to improve not only the appearance, but the functionality of each room in your house. Without proper lighting upgrades, you will experience issues like an overall decline in the room’s atmosphere or the inability to function in either rooms due to a lack of visibility. Read on to see the progress of a recent lighting upgrade in Norwalk completed by the experts at Integra Electrical.

Kitchen & Bathroom Lighting Upgrades In Norwalk

Bathroom Vanity & Sconce Lighting

One of the most used methods of illuminating a bathroom is vanity lighting. Not only will a light fixture above your bathroom vanity or mirror help you to navigate your way to the bathroom during the night time hours, they can offer a level of appeal that is unrivaled. A simple light fixture change is one of the easiest ways to help bring your bathroom back from 1970. This modern track lighting sconce added a touch of class to the bathroom in this Norwalk home.

Ceiling Fan Replacement

There’s no doubt that the practicality of a ceiling fan is ideal. They not only cool the room down but provide a comfortable amount of air circulation throughout the whole house. This can save you money on your energy bill. This house replaced an old, builder’s-grade light fixture with a modern ceiling fan to not only improve their kitchen’s air circulation, but the quality of their lighting, too.

Recessed Lighting

Bright and even lighting can be achieved in even the darkest parts of your home with recessed lighting installation. These overhead lights are dispersed throughout the ceiling, or placed exactly where you would like them, for full illumination without the need for any bulk fixtures. They are perfect for low-ceilings and work very well in kitchens, hallways and basements.

This basement has very few small windows, making natural lighting scarce. Recessed lights were installed to increase its functionality. There is no longer a need for multiple lamps and a lack of outlets. This space can now be utilized as a gathering area as it was intended.

Basement Lighting Installation

Even the basement of this home in Norwalk received lighting upgrades. A no-frills lamp with a new switch will allow this homeowner to easily navigate this area for storage and access to utilities.

Light Switch Installation


If you have ever had to fumble around searching for a lamp switch after entering a dark room, then you can understand these homeowners’ frustration. And it may be time to schedule a lighting upgrade, yourself! Improved functionality was a major goal for these lighting upgrades in Norwalk. A double switch was installed to allow the new ceiling fan in the kitchen to be controlled independently of the light, saving the hassle of having to control it manually.

Call Integra Today For Lighting Upgrades In Norwalk

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Our team of expert electricians are standing by now for help with lighting upgrades in Norwalk! Upgrading your lighting is not only a way to inexpensively modernize your home, but can greatly improve the functionality of each room. No more gaudy chandeliers or tripping over the rug while trying to turn on a lamp in the dark. Call our office today and see why local homeowners trust their electrical systems to Integra!

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