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Upgrading Your Electrical Panel: A Key Step Toward Beneficial Electrification
Note: If you live in Ann Arbor, you can take advantage of the city’s home energy rebate program to get up to $2,000 back on your...
Dec 1, 2024


Five Skills for Successful Electricians
Why does A.F. Smith Electric hire electricians trained by the IBEW and NECA? Electricians require numerous technical and people skills to...
Nov 1, 2024


Why Apprenticeship Programs Generate the Best Electricians
A.F. Smith Electric hires the most comprehensively and professionally trained electricians available. Our electricians are trained...
Oct 14, 2024


GFCI Outlets Explained
If your power suddenly goes out in the kitchen or bathroom, you may just need to hit “RESET” on your GFCI outlet. Let’s learn more about...
Sep 24, 2024


Swimming Pool and Hot Tub Electrical Safety
Swimming pools and hot tubs offer relaxation and fun but also present potential electrical hazards that require careful attention. To...
Aug 17, 2024


Understanding Your Home’s Electrical System: A Basic Guide
For most homeowners, the electrical system is a mystery. It’s vital to our daily life, yet remains primarily hidden behind walls and...
Jul 10, 2024


Assessing Your Landscape Lighting Needs
As the days get longer, it’s the perfect time to evaluate and upgrade your landscape lighting. Proper outdoor lighting enhances the...
Jun 16, 2024


Electrical Systems Need Spring Cleaning, Too!
Spring is in the air, and there’s no better time to ensure your electrical systems are in good working order. Our checklist is a great...
May 21, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Pat Ulanowicz
We love highlighting the outstanding members of our team. This month, we are spotlighting Pat Ulanowicz. What is your role at A.F. Smith?...
Feb 20, 2024


Benefits of Upgrading to LED Lighting
There are several important benefits to upgrading your home or commercial business to all light emitting diodes (LED) lighting. LEDs are...
Jan 2, 2024


Are You Ready for a Hybrid Water Heater?
Considering a change to your home’s hot water supply? Hybrid water heaters, also known as heat pump water heaters, are becoming much more...
Dec 6, 2023


Staff Spotlight: Colin Sorensen
We love highlighting the outstanding members of our team. This month, we are spotlighting Colin Sorensen. What is your role at A.F....
Nov 7, 2023


Generator Interlock Kits
Michigan storms and aging power grids translates to many of us having experienced several power outages lately, often for days at a time....
Oct 20, 2023


Is it Time for a Heat Pump Dryer?
Cutting back on both energy use and reliance on fossil fuels are driving sales of heat pump dryers in the U.S. Could a heat pump dryer be...
Sep 15, 2023


Staff Spotlight: Andrea VanValkenburg, Estimator & Project Manager
We love getting the chance to highlight our amazing A.F. Smith Electric team members! What is your role at A.F. Smith? I am an Estimator...
Jun 21, 2023


Induction Ranges
Is it worth making the switch? Induction Ranges Explained Induction ranges are definitely trending right now. Already popular in Europe,...
Jun 5, 2023


The Benefits of a Level 2 Home Electric Vehicle Charger
Is upgrading right for you? You’re thrilled with your new electric car, but less so with the Level 1 charger that came with it. Charging...
May 19, 2023


Staff Spotlight: Tim Oestreich, Commercial Service Representative
What is your role at A.F. Smith? I am the Commercial Service Representative. One of my main responsibilities is to provide customer...
Apr 30, 2023


Should You Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?
A healthy electrical panel, or breaker box, is critical for the safety, comfort and operation of your home. We already rely heavily on...
Apr 13, 2023


Benefits of Smart Home Technology
Smart Home Technology is more common than ever as it has become increasingly affordable and easy to use. So what exactly is a smart home?...
Mar 13, 2023
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