Electrical System in 2026

Your House Was Built for 1995. Your Electrical System Is Living in 2026. Think about how much has changed since your home was built. Today we have EV chargers, multiple refrigerators, home offices, giant TVs, smart home technology, outdoor kitchens, pool equipment and...

Desert Home Electricity Use

Why Is Your Desert Home Using Electricity When Nobody Is There? You leave the desert for a few weeks or even the entire summer. The lights are off, nobody is home, and then the electric bill arrives. Why is it still so high? Your home may be empty, but plenty of...

What Are Smart Electrical Panels, and Do You Need One?

Most homeowners never think about their electrical panel unless something stops working. But homes today are using electricity very differently than they did even ten or twenty years ago. Many modern homes now include: EV chargers Solar systems Battery backup systems...

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Tripping Breakers

Tripping Breakers

Has this happened to you? You pop something into the microwave to heat, then the appliance turns on and immediately goes dark. Unless the GFCI outlet has tripped, the problem is likely an electrical short. Whether it’s in the actual electrical circuit or in an...

Perks and Pitfalls of Working From Home

Perks and Pitfalls of Working From Home

Now that your daily commute is basically the walking distance from your great room to your den, the many benefits of this new flexibility have also highlighted some common drawbacks. Your home’s wiring and electrical system. If in the past, you only worked from home...

Home Hub Up To Speed?

Home Hub Up To Speed?

Whether it’s doing flex time, full time, homeschooling kids or an uptick in zoom calls the home office is now the hub of daily life for most. Productivity is vital, but does your hardware and infrastructure measure up? Check out these solutions from Vintage Electric...

Eco-Friendly Tips With Low Costs and High Savings

Eco-Friendly Tips With Low Costs and High Savings

Most homeowners have weather-stripped their doors to maximize climate control, and have switched out traditional incandescent light bulbs with eco-friendly CFL models. Short of installing double paned windows or making other costly home improvements, what more can you...

Considering an Electric Vehicle?

Considering an Electric Vehicle?

Investing in an electric vehicle (EV) will reduce your carbon footprint resulting in less impact to the environment. Consideration should be given before purchasing an EV as to what charging might look like at home or on the road. The time it will take to charge an...

Electric Bill

Electric Bill

Shocked by your monthly electric bill? Take control of your energy! 7 Energy Saving Tips to Take Control of Your Electric Bill and Reduce Utility Bills…