Entries by Dowdy Electric

Space Heater Safety

Cold weather is here! Don’t take chances by using space heaters in an unsafe manner. Supplemental heat may be necessary this winter, so here are some tips to make sure you and your family stay warm (and safe). Things to consider when choosing a space heater. Purchase newer model heaters that have all of the […]

Home Lighting Upgrade

Have you ever consider lighting upgrades in your home? Dowdy Electric can install new recessed LED lights in your living room, bedrooms, closets, and even under cabinet lighting, couple this with new state of the art dimming capabilities and you will have breathtaking results. Even with vaulted ceilings and/or open structures we are able to […]

What electrical regulations should a homeowner know about?

Whether you are hiring an Electrician to do work in your home or property, they by law must be licensed, bonded, insured and abide by electrical regulations. Indianapolis, Greenwood, Fishers, Carmel, Beech Grove, Lawrence, Avon, Plainfield, Danville, Broad Ripple and a long list of Indiana cities all require a license. Always ask to see the […]

It’s Time to Get Your Furnace Ready

Winter is approaching fast. Don’t wait until it’s cold to make sure your furnace is ready for the cold weather ahead. Here are a few tips to keep you and your family warm this winter. Run your furnace before you need it. You want to make sure everything is working properly before it’s too late. […]

Who needs a standby generator? Everyone!

Every home owner knows the risk of a power failure. The most obvious being your perishables and sump pumps. The last thing you need during a power failure is spoiled food and a flooded basement or crawl space. The peace of mind of having those things covered, are well worth the investment of a home […]

Don’t Let Your Smoke Detector Fail You

Did you know smoke detectors expire? Most people probably don’t even think about it. It’s just there, doing it’s job. But the fact is, batteries can die, or the smoke detector can reach it’s shelf life limit. All smoke detectors expire 10 years from the manufactured date, which is on each unit. Dowdy Electric can […]

Kohler Zero Emissions enCUBE Generator

Without question, we live in a plugged-in society, so the demand for sustainable and reliable portable power is only going to grow. The enCube Generator is an ideal alternative to popular 2000 watt engine-driven generators. It has a comparable price, but no noise, gasoline, emissions, or maintenance. The enCUBE provides 1400 watts of continuous power […]

It’s storming. Are you prepared?

The risk of losing power in a summer storm is high. So, why take the chance? Dowdy Electric offer both Generac and Kohler generator and we can help you choose the standby generator that’s right for you. Contact us today to discuss how to keep your family safe and with power during the next big […]

The Benefits of a Residential Surge Protector

Today everyone has expensive electronics and they are always on, plugged in, or charging. No one wants to pay the cost to replace an appliance, home computer, tablet, TV, or mobile phone. So don’t risk losing them to a power surge. With a residential surge protection device from Dowdy Electric you can have the peace […]