Electrical Home Improvements to Make in 2024

Start the New Year With Beneficial Home Upgrades

With a new year comes the desire to start fresh. One of the best ways to do this is to add new upgrades to a home, including electrical system enhancements that can benefit the household. This article will recommend electrical upgrades that can benefit homeowners and their households significantly. 

Install Ceiling Fans

Installing ceiling fans is one way to save on energy bills and add increased comfort to a home. They offer the following advantages:

• Energy efficiency: Ceiling fans help keep homes comfortable without using the HVAC system more than necessary. They can be used with the heating and cooling system in both summer and winter by changing the direction the fan blades spin. 
• Better air circulation: Fans help circulate the air throughout a house, preventing homes from becoming stuffy.
• Additional cooling: Fans can make rooms feel cooler without actually changing the temperature of the room or needing to run the air conditioner more.
• Flexible controls: Some ceiling fan models have a remote control to allow homeowners to adjust the fan speed and lights easily. 
• Lighting options: Most ceiling fans have built-in lights, allowing homeowners to use the fixtures as both a light and a fan.

Upgrade the Indoor Lighting and Switches

An electrical upgrade many homeowners overlook is upgrading the indoor lights and switches. These are relatively simple changes that can make a big difference in a house. Some popular and beneficial lighting upgrades include:

• Replace incandescent light bulbs with LED lights. LED lighting is more energy efficient and can last longer, saving homeowners money.
• Smart lighting systems allow homeowners to control the lighting from a smartphone or with voice control. 
• Dimmer switches let households create ambiance in rooms and let homeowners save on energy bills by only using the amount of light they need in a room.
• Recessed lighting adds a modern and sleek look to homes while adding a lot of light. 
• Pendant lights or chandeliers over kitchen islands, dining room tables, or entryways add to a home's decor. 

Add an Electric Vehicle Charging Station 

If homeowners have an electric vehicle, adding an EV charging station to their home can be incredibly convenient. One of the biggest inconveniences of owning an electric car is finding a place to charge it and waiting for it to charge. Owners might have to wait for a charging station to open up and then sit in their car until it finishes charging. An electric vehicle charging station installation at home can help people avoid these problems and allow them to charge their cars while in the comfort of their own homes. 

An EV charging station installation at home can also save money over time, as charging at home can be more cost-effective and affordable than public charging stations. Homeowners can charge their vehicles outside of peak hours when the electricity rates are lower. Other cost incentives property owners can enjoy are an increased home value and even potentially some tax incentives. It can also result in time savings. Homeowners will not need to spend time searching for a public charging station. Instead, they can charge it overnight and start their day with a fully charged car.

About Patriot Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Inc.

Patriot Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Inc. is a plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical company serving Wenatchee, WA, and the surrounding areas. They offer straightforward, flat-rate pricing, same-day service, and trustworthy recommendations. Call them today for electrical services in Wenatchee, WA. 

Contact Information:

Patriot Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Inc.

536 S Chelan Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801
United States

Kaylee Abel
(509) 662-6262
https://www.callpatriot.net/