Posted October 18, 2019 by Josh Crank
The history of electricity is a long one, going back to about 600 B.C., when the Greek mathematician Thales of Miletus discovered static electricity by rubbing a piece of amber on a patch of cat’s fur. But some phases in electrical history were a bit more dramatic, and among the most suspenseful was a period known as “the war of the currents.”
Posted October 17, 2019 by Josh Crank
We tend not to think much of it when we flip a switch and the lights come on, but just 150 years ago, such an event was seen as a modern miracle. The electricity we often take for granted today is the product of centuries of observation, experimentation and innovation, which turned inventors like Thomas Edison, George Westinghouse and Nikola Tesla into household names.
Posted April 9, 2019 by Josh Crank
You can’t live without a refrigerator, and you can’t turn it off. On top of that, the refrigerator is one of the biggest energy consumers in the typical home. That’s why it’s important to know when to replace your refrigerator and how to shop for a model that will cost you less in the long run.
Posted March 1, 2019 by Josh Crank
Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind. You can do many of these jobs yourself with no experience or special tools. In the process, you’ll save money, learn about how your home works and gain a sense of accomplishment. A DIY task done well!
Posted February 28, 2019 by Josh Crank
Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind. You can do many of these jobs yourself with no experience or special tools. In the process, you’ll save money, learn about how your home works and gain a sense of accomplishment. A DIY task done well!
Posted February 5, 2019 by Josh Crank
Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind. You can do many of these jobs yourself with no experience or special tools. In the process, you’ll save money, learn about how your home works and gain a sense of accomplishment. A DIY task done well!
