Residential & Commercial Electrical Contractor | Direct Electrical Company

THE NEW AGE OF WHOLE HOUSE FAN SYSTEMS

john — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:30:25 +0000

Evolution of Whole House Fans
Visualize the raw power and appeal of the American muscle car. Sheer force, wind blowing through the hair, and the incredible roar of a V-8 power plant, exhilarating. The problem with this visual comes when you place it in your living room. BUT, what if you could create that same power and experience with the efficiency and sound of a hybrid Prius? Incredibly quiet and highly efficient – something that you could easily place right in your bedroom let alone the living room. While traditional whole house fans have been in use for decades to cool, ventilate, and exhaust homes they haven’t changed much in the past 50 years. Although they move a lot of air, they can sound like a helicopter (Muscle Car) in your attic, create a massive footprint for leakage in the ceiling, and are generally not esthetically appealing.

Benefits of Whole Home Ventilation
Whole House Fan systems are generally efficient as a group or category. The rating used to measure fan efficiency is CFM/Watt (similar to MilesPerGallon in the automotive industry). Historically most whole house fans operate in a range of 7-9 CFM/Watt which is great considering many ventilation fans in the home are below 3 cfm/watt. They move high volumes of air throughout the home cooling, ventilating, and exhausting heat, odors, air born germs, etc. By running high volumes of cool air through the home people experience what is know as thermal mass cooling. Not only is the air cooler and cleaner, the actual mass of the home – wood, bricks, roofing, drywall, furniture, etc. begin to cool as well taking away the radiant heat from the home that causes the air conditioner to cycle on and off even when it is cool and comfortable outside.

How to Size your system
The formula is simple for sizing a system. According to www.quietcoolfan.net the system needs to generate between 2-3 times the airflow (CFM) as the square footage of the home. For example a 2000 sf home would require a fan system generating 4000-6000cfm, anything less than that and the airflow in the home will seem insufficient as well as take much longer to do the job. If sized correctly the fan system will completely exchange the air in a home over 20 times per hour – every 3 minutes. It is important to note that roof venting is just as important as the power of the fan. The simple calculation for attic venting is 1sf/750 cfm. Not enough and you will create a “bottle cap” on the airflow over pressurizing your attic space. Our 2000sf home with a 6000cfm system you would need 8sf. of net free attic venting to allow for proper and efficient airflow.

What’s New in the WHF marketplace
Newer fan units have features far and above what their predecessors offered. Insulated air-tight dampers, whisper quiet operation, high efficiency motors, smaller “zone-able” units for individual spaces in your home, easier installation, etc. QuietCool fans have actually created a new patented design incorporating all of these factors to create high volume airflow, nearly silent operation, ease of installation, insulated dampers, and the most efficient drive trains for ventilation fans in the world. As a bonus the best products out are made in the USA and offer warranties of up to 15 years. So go ahead roll down the windows, let the air blow through your hair and experience the horsepower of a muscle car that operates at the efficiency and sound level of a Prius Hybrid.

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Say No to A/C!

john — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:54:48 +0000

REDUCE ENERGY USAGE IN YOUR HOME | COOL YOUR HOME NATURALLY

Everyone benefits from people using less energy (besides the utility company’s bottom line), people benefit by reducing their utility cost & the earth and all its inhabitants benefit by having a multitude of positive happenings by reducing our usage.
Today there are so many solutions to lower our electric bills and make the world a greener place. Not only is there the incentive of paying less out each month, but in today’s real estate market, having a “green” house, or a house with energy efficiency built-in is an excellent marketing tool to get your house sold.
Installing solar panels is a great way to energy efficiency, but when adding up the cost vs. savings, and the return on your investment (ROI), they don’t add up very easily. There is an abundance of other products out there that can truly reduce your electricity and air conditioner usage, while increasing the market price of your home.
The #1 way to reduce air conditioning usage is by installing a whole house fan. You can go a step further by installing gable fans on your attic vents to help push the air out of the attic. They are so effective that utility companies provide rebates to those who install the whole house fan.
Whole house fans are most effectively used in dry, arid climates and can save a homeowner up to 75% off their air conditioning bill. Whole house fans are a great way to increase a home’s market value, by providing an energy-efficient cooling option, help to create a healthier home by ventilating out indoor air pollutants and asthma-triggering particles, and provide a fast rate of ROI (typically within 12 months). They just make sense.
Traditional whole house fans have been around for decades and although they are effective in reducing a home’s air conditioning usage, they are extremely loud when in use.

A better designed whole house fan is the QuietCool whole house fan systems ~ “The Whisper Quiet Whole House Fan System”. Not only do they operate extremely quietly, they are a multi-unit system, enabling a homeowner to install the fans in the hottest rooms of their home.

Making a one-time investment on these products will not only benefit you by reducing your electric bill, but they will also increase the marketability of your home – all the while making the world a greener place!
Information and product demonstrations on these products are available on our website: www.CoolNaturally.com

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LED Lighting For Your Home

john — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:04:09 +0000

Retrofit your existing recessed lights with dimmable LED can lights and benefit from the following:
• Less energy use –Uses at least 75% less energy than incandescent lighting
• Change bulbs less – lasts approximately 50,000 hours or 40 years (based on use of 3 hours per day) Considerable Savings!
• Airtight – LED recessed lights are airtight, meaning the hot, stagnant attic air will not seep into the house.
• No Heat Gain – LED recessed lights maintain a cool temperature

Retrofit your existing, or install new recessed can lights. LED lamp is equivalent to a 65watt bulb, but uses only 4.5watts! Not only do they use much less electricity, they also last 10 times longer than a standard incandescent light. They just make sense!
Contact us to learn how much you can start saving.

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Easy Financing for Home Energy Improvements in Riverside County

john — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:33:27 +0000

The Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) has partnered with Renovate America to offer residential property owners a Home Energy Renovation Opportunity | HERO Program for Eligible energy and water saving products.
What does this mean?
It means that any homeowner within the programs jurisdiction (most of Riverside County) who has 10% equity in their home can apply, with no credit check, for low-cost financing of energy improvements to their home. The HERO program will finance from $5,000 to $200,000, with 10-20 year terms for products installed such as: whole house fans, attic fans, recessed LED lighting & solar. See website for a complete list of eligible products and additional information: www.wrcog.herofinancing.com
Direct Electric Company is a registered contractor with the HERO Program and would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the program.

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Home Energy Renovation Opportunity – HERO Program for Riverside County Residents

john — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:22:29 +0000

The Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) has partenered with Renovate America to offer a new financing program to residential property owners to install eligible energy and water saving products. HERO financing has flexible terms and payments are made with your property taxes.
The program offers:
Low interest rates
Instant, non-credit score based approvals
Makes payments with your property taxes
Long financing terms (5-20 years)

Direct Electric Company is a registered contractor with the HERO program and offers a variety of eligible products to for homeowners in Temecula, Murrieta, Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Corona, Menifee and all of Riverside County.
As a licensed electrical contractor specializing in energy efficient products, DEC is at the forefront of this program and are excited to be involved in the first program of this type in the Nation!
Energy efficient products that apply for this funding can be found on the WRCOG’s website. Additionally, Direct Electric provides the following: Whole house fan installation, ceiling fan installation, LED lighting installation, lighting control panel installation, lamp retrofit (commercial), and many other electrical products.
Contact us for more information regarding the HERO program.

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How to find the right Electrician in Murrieta, Temecula

admin — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 02:08:09 +0000

Make more money by finding the right Electrician!

There are many people now venturing into buying fixer-upper homes. It is undeniable that this venture can be a very profitable. Yes, it does require some considerable amount of loving care to build the fixer-upper house into a beautiful abode, yet it can be worth all the effort.

You have to know the proper way of buying, repairing and selling the fixer-upper house. When it comes to repairing the fixer-upper house, many people focus on the aesthetics of the house. They want to give it fresh paint to brighten and liven up the house. They provide lavish carpeting or flooring to make it look expensive. Some even enhance the bathrooms and enlarge the bedroom closets to make it desirable to picky clients.

It must be kept in mind, however, that many buyers now are also very inquisitive with the details of the house. They look beyond what looks beautiful in the eyes. They also investigate the foundations of the house. They check out the roofing and the foundations of the walls. They look for cracks in the ceilings. They want to know the plumbing system. They don’t like pests and mites.

One of the best detail to focus on to make a good impression is the wiring and electrical system of the house. Any buyer will be attracted to buy if they are secure with the electrical system. To ensure this, you must hire the best electrician!

Tips On Looking For The Best Electrician

1. To get the best choices, ask for the contacts of the local master electricians in the neighborhood.
2. Sometimes, it is also good to get recommendations from friends and relatives who’ve hired very good electricians.
3. Interview the electrician. Inquire if the electrician has liability insurance.
4. Make sure also to see his or her state license to engage in such jobs.
5. Be sure that the electrician has had at least 2 years of experience.
6. It is also required that the electrician is qualified to do the installation of the wiring system and must have passed any standardized examinations required in the field.
7. Contact the references that the electricians will provide. Select the one with best recommendations.

Conclusion
Pick the best electrician to work in the fixer-upper house. With the right amount of commitment, time and work to repair and upgrade the house, this can very well turn out to become a good dwelling place for the family or a nice investment for big profits!

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STOP! Don’t hire ANY electrician without asking these questions!!!

admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:52:14 +0000

Before Hiring Any Electrician, Ask These (7) Important Questions:

1. Will you guarantee the price IN WRITING before you start the work, and stick to that price? Even if the work takes twice as long as you expected?
2. Do you use an industry standard pricing system that I can see so I know I am paying a fair price? Or does the Technician just make up a price?
3. Are ALL of your employees background checked and drug tested so NO felons, criminals or drug addicts are entering my home?
4. Do you have “Technicians You Can Trust With Your Housekeys”?
5. Are ALL of your employees licensed and trained?
6. Do you have a 100% money back guarantee on all your work? Why or why not?
7. How long is your warranty? What does it cover? Do you back your warranty, or would I have to deal with the manufacturer?

These are (7) great questions to ask before hiring not just electricians, but any contractor you are going to let in your home. Here at Direct Electric Company we can answer “Yes” to all of the above questions. If you have questions about any of the above, or are not sure exactly what they mean, call us. We love to answer questions.

Believe it or not, clients call us and ask us to help the choose plumbers, roofers, heating and A/C companies and so forth. We believe in great customer service and live by it. Call now and see for yourself. We are the happiest electricians you will ever call.

Give us a call now, we love to answer questions!!! (951) 965-1014

If we can somehow fix your problem over the phone, there is no charge for that! However, most cases require one of our friendly technicians to look at it in person.

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