Multiple outlet power strips (surge protectors, temporary power taps, plug strips, etc.) DO NOT exceed the load (ampacity) rating of the power strip.Most 120-volt power strips are rated at a maximum cord and plug load of 12 amps. How do … Continue reading →

Do you install outside mount blinds on trim? You can install the blind just outside the trim on the wall surrounding the trim or on the trim directly. If you are mounting your blinds outside the window trim then you … Continue reading →

Light filtering blinds are made from thin or coarsely woven materials, allowing a variable percentage of natural light to filter through for a soft, diffused interior look.While onlookers may be able to make out diffuse shadows of figures crossing the … Continue reading →

The easiest way to tell is to look at your electricity meter. If the serial number starts with 19P, this indicates it’s a SMETS1 meter. If it starts with 19M, then this means it’s SMETS2. Is my British Gas smart … Continue reading →

Philips Hue is a line of smart LED light bulbs and fixtures. Each one communicates wirelessly with the Hue Bridge, a little modem-looking thing that you keep plugged into your home’s router. What type of bulbs are Philips Hue? Best … Continue reading →

These bulbs emit light via a filament held inside a glass vacuum. Excess heat causes the sealant to melt around the base of the bulb, allowing the gas to leak out. As a result, the pressure inside the bulb changes, … Continue reading →

Creating a device registry Go to the Registries page in Cloud Console. At the top of the page, click Create a registry. Enter a Registry ID and select a cloud region. Select the Protocols that devices in this registry will … Continue reading →

In GSM mode, it is possible to control home appliances from very far off as cellular networks have a wide range of coverage. Which wireless technology is used for large distance communication? The most common wireless technologies use radio waves. … Continue reading →

The number one reason to make you ask why is my electric bill so high all of a sudden is the meter being misread. This is a common occurrence when the meter reader can not gain access to the meter … Continue reading →

VMware Workspace ONE® Intelligence is a cloud service built for the VMware Workspace ONE platform that provides deep insights, analytics and automation for the entire digital workspace. Together, these capabilities enhance digital user experience and strengthen security across the entire … Continue reading →

Stealing energy entitles jail. Whether for personal use or third party consumer, whoever does illegal connections and/or using energy unregistered in energy meters is punished with imprisonment from 1 to 5 years. Who, in turn, consume energy obtained in this … Continue reading →

The average electricity rate in the U.S is 13.14 cents, which means that anything below 13.14 per kWh, is a good energy rate. What is a good price per kWh? The average electricity rate is 12.52 cents per kilowatt hour … Continue reading →

A 50-gallon water heater costs around $1,000 for an electric heater and $1,200 for a natural gas heater of the same capacity. Is state a good water heater? This lesser-known company has been producing quality water heaters for many decades. … Continue reading →

Most hot water heaters have a A-B-C knob. Here is what temperature each letter stands for: Hot- 120 degrees. A- 130 degrees. B- 140 degrees. Should I put my water heater on AB or C? The Department of Energy recommends … Continue reading →

Why does my water heater not have power? A water heater that produces no hot water may not be getting power, may have a tripped limit switch, or may have one or more failed heating elements. First, check the water … Continue reading →