Nov 20, 2019 | Electrical Safety, The GVEC Review
‘Twas the month before Christmas and all through the house, Dad’s inspecting strings of lights, making sure they weren’t chewed by a mouse. The children are excited for a tree and gifts galore; While Mom and Dad are shopping, they’ll get new extension cords at the...
Oct 14, 2019 | Electrical Safety
Sobering Statistics About Electrical Fires According to The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), around 51,000 homes catch fire each year due to electrical malfunctions. On average, these incidents result in almost 500 deaths, over 1,400 injuries and...
Sep 26, 2019 | Electrical Safety, The GVEC Review
If you’re beginning to plan your fall garden, don’t leave out calling 811 as part of you pre-planting preparation! Call Before You Dig No matter the reason—planting, building, home improvements—make sure to call before you dig! You’re not only keeping yourself and...
Sep 13, 2019 | Electrical Safety, Products, Services and Us
We know DIY projects are all the rage these days. Painting, upcycling, flipping and all sorts of other home improvement projects have become hobbies many people enjoy. Still, even with all the DIY television networks, YouTube channels and “how-to” Google searching,...
Apr 30, 2019 | Electrical Safety, The GVEC Review
May is Electrical Safety Month May is Electrical Safety Month, and it’s also the time of year we start gearing up for summer fun-in-the-sun! This often includes water activities and boating for many in South Central Texas. In preparation for the sunny, nautical...
Feb 14, 2019 | Electrical Safety, Kids' Activities, Local People and Places
The GVEC Louie the Lightning Bug Electrical Safety Program Coloring Contest Now in its 34th year, GVEC’s Louie the Lightning Bug Electrical Safety Program and Coloring Contest sends Louie to over 36 local elementary schools within GVEC’s service territory. Each...
