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Elf on the Shelf!

Oh the lovely Elf on the Shelf is back! If you're anything like us we tend to forget to move the elf in the middle of the night. Don't worry though Chad has your back! Check out these great "excuses"  why your elf didn't move last night!

Is it Friday yet?!?

After a long weekend full of cooking, shopping, stuffing your face and creating new memories with friends and family it can be hard to get back into your normal routine at work. Here are some great ways to help keep yourself productive until you can get back into the...

Cancellation Policy Update

ATTENTION Beginning November 1, 2018 we are updating our cancellation policy. You must provide notice via  Phone/Email within 24 hours (on a weekday) to cancel a scheduled service appointment without charge. (IE: You must let us know by Friday at 9am if the...

Happy National Eat Your Kid's Candy Day!

Oh the JOYS of parenthood! Time stock up on our secret stash of candy we stole out of their bags!  However, if you're not into candy there are many other fun and GREAT ways to prank your little ones.  Check out these hilarious ideas for pranking your young ones! ...

Time to stock up on goodies!

Don't let Halloween break the bank! Check out these great candy options we found just for you! Now, go outside and give those youngins some **FREE** candy! By the way, HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

TRICK OR TREAT!!

Halloween is one of the best times of the year! A great time to follow family traditions or create some new ones. Check out this wonderful site for events  near you for all ages!  If you are sticking to the old tradition of trick or treating remember to be safe. Here...

Halloween Treats!

Don't be a ghost at your Halloween party! We've got a list of snacks that are to die for! Click Here to visit our favorite site for awesome Halloween theme snacks. Below are examples of creative recipes that we fell in love with. Some snacks may require a little more...

Boo-tiful Outdoor Halloween Decorations

Why not take the basic pumpkin decorations and step it up a notch? On this site we found has over 30 creative outdoor decorations, just in time for Halloween. Most of the supplies needed can be found locally at home improvement or craft stores. Pick a favorite to...

TODAY IS THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTERING TO VOTE!

During his presidency, Abraham Lincoln preached the importance of the government being of, for, and by the people. He argued that voters played the most important role in making sure the government reflected their desires and functioned according to the guidelines of...

It's time to carve those pumpkins!

Carving a pumpkin isn't nearly as easy as it seems. Not only is it incredibly messy, but most the best designs are always the hardest. If you're like us, you probably have a handful of go-to designs that you can confidentially pull off. It's time to step up the...

The Incandescent Phase Out

by | Aug 6, 2014 | Blog

The Incandescent Phase Out
The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 is designed to implement sweeping changes to energy policies in the United States. The stated mission of the act is “to move the United States toward greater energy independence and security, to increase the production of clean renewable fuels, to protect consumers, to increase the efficiency of products…” Section 321 of this act addresses new efficiency standards regarding “general service incandescent lamps.”
What does this mean for you?
Basically, the A-style or Edison-style bulbs that many of you use in your homes or office will no longer be produced-starting with the 100 watt incandescent in January 2012 and ending with the phase-out of the 40 watt and 60 watt incandescents in 2014 as they do not meet the new efficiency standards.bulb
These are some of the major changes related to lighting:
* During a phase-in period between 2012 and 2014, a 25% increase in efficiency is required for all light bulbs.
* Bulbs under 40 watts, three way bulbs, appliance bulbs, and a few other specialty types are exempt.
* By 2020, a 200% increase in efficiency is required for all light bulbs.
* All federal buildings are required to use ENERGY STAR qualified lighting products.
* The 100 watt A-style incandescent will no longer be produced as of January 2012. We strongly recommends that both residential and commercial lighting consumers choose to proactively adjust their lighting purchases now in order to assure a smooth transition into compliance with this legislation.

Elf on the Shelf!

Oh the lovely Elf on the Shelf is back! If you're anything like us we tend to forget to move the elf in the middle of the night. Don't worry though Chad has your back! Check out these great "excuses"  why your elf didn't move last night!

Is it Friday yet?!?

After a long weekend full of cooking, shopping, stuffing your face and creating new memories with friends and family it can be hard to get back into your normal routine at work. Here are some great ways to help keep yourself productive until you can get back into the...

Cancellation Policy Update

ATTENTION Beginning November 1, 2018 we are updating our cancellation policy. You must provide notice via  Phone/Email within 24 hours (on a weekday) to cancel a scheduled service appointment without charge. (IE: You must let us know by Friday at 9am if the...

Happy National Eat Your Kid's Candy Day!

Oh the JOYS of parenthood! Time stock up on our secret stash of candy we stole out of their bags!  However, if you're not into candy there are many other fun and GREAT ways to prank your little ones.  Check out these hilarious ideas for pranking your young ones! ...

Time to stock up on goodies!

Don't let Halloween break the bank! Check out these great candy options we found just for you! Now, go outside and give those youngins some **FREE** candy! By the way, HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

TRICK OR TREAT!!

Halloween is one of the best times of the year! A great time to follow family traditions or create some new ones. Check out this wonderful site for events  near you for all ages!  If you are sticking to the old tradition of trick or treating remember to be safe. Here...

Halloween Treats!

Don't be a ghost at your Halloween party! We've got a list of snacks that are to die for! Click Here to visit our favorite site for awesome Halloween theme snacks. Below are examples of creative recipes that we fell in love with. Some snacks may require a little more...

Boo-tiful Outdoor Halloween Decorations

Why not take the basic pumpkin decorations and step it up a notch? On this site we found has over 30 creative outdoor decorations, just in time for Halloween. Most of the supplies needed can be found locally at home improvement or craft stores. Pick a favorite to...

TODAY IS THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTERING TO VOTE!

During his presidency, Abraham Lincoln preached the importance of the government being of, for, and by the people. He argued that voters played the most important role in making sure the government reflected their desires and functioned according to the guidelines of...

It's time to carve those pumpkins!

Carving a pumpkin isn't nearly as easy as it seems. Not only is it incredibly messy, but most the best designs are always the hardest. If you're like us, you probably have a handful of go-to designs that you can confidentially pull off. It's time to step up the...