Are you renovating a property in New York City and planning on upgrading the electrical service? While every building is unique, it’s been our experience at Bolt Electric that there are certain updates that nearly every property requires. There are also specific requirements for buildings constructed before World War II. Understanding what’s likely to be
If you own or manage a property in New York City, you probably turn on light switches and plug in appliances without thinking much about it. But if you’ve ever been curious about the New York City power supply, here’s an overview of where your electricity comes from. Things have changed a lot since the
New York City apartment buildings constructed prior to World War II offer many benefits: beautiful architectural details, spacious living, and prime locations. However, the electrical systems in these pre-war structures usually leave a lot to be desired. If you own or manage a pre-war apartment building in New York, your electrical service may not be
As a property owner or manager in New York City, you may have heard discussions about single- vs. three-phase electricity. Unless you work in electrical contracting, you might be wondering what’s the difference between the two. You may have even been told by Con Edison, the power utility for the city, that you need one
If you’ve seen or heard people raving about LED bulbs, you may have wondered, “What are the benefits of LED lights?” In this post, the experts at Bolt Electric of New York City explain the advantages of these lights for property owners and managers. LED lights are not only energy-efficient and cost-effective. They also offer
With summer nearly upon us, thoughts turn from cozy winter indoor lighting to landscape lighting for the outdoors. Whether you own a single-family home or manage a large New York City property, the following landscape lighting trends will inspire you to make your outside spaces safer, more inviting, and fashionable. Linear LED Lighting For clear
If your New York City property has emergency lighting, it’s essential to make sure it’s functioning properly at all times. This is true for apartment buildings, educational facilities, hotels, places of assembly, retail outlets, and other business structures. In this post, we explain the details of emergency lighting testing requirements in NYC, so you can
If you own or manage a property, whether a single-family home, a large apartment building, or an office space, you should look into automatic light switches. These handy and affordable switches are ideal for increasing safety, and they make tenants’ lives easier while saving you money. What Are Automatic Light Switches? Hands-free convenience and security
You probably see the words AC or DC power virtually every day without thinking about their meaning. But it’s helpful to know the difference between AC vs. DC electricity and why both types of power are still in use. Here’s a quick science refresher on the two, so you understand how they work when it comes
If you keep the exterior lights on at night for your New York City property, you may be faced with a variety of challenges. One solution that solves multiple problems is to install an exterior lights photocell fixture where your outside lights are placed. Bolt Electric explains the benefits of this type of exterior night