Six Great Reasons to Use a Licensed Electrician
It’s tempting to hire a repair person to do the electrical work for that home improvement project. Heck, it seems like an easy job – why hire a more expensive electrical contractor when your repair person or Cousin Joe says he can do the work? The saying “you get what you pay for” rings true...
| May 16, 2022 | Read more |
Electric Vehicle Sales Boom! Little Sparkie can Safely Install YOUR EV Charger!
Are you one of the thousands of Maryland residents that now has a plug-in electric vehicle (EV)? According to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, the state has more than 25,000 electric vehicles registered. * Frederick County boasts the third highest percentage of electric vehicles – .7...
| March 9, 2022 | Read more |
Seeking PT Generator Technician
We are seeking a generator maintenance technician for flexible PT work hours. Immediate need. Mechanical ability is a must. Generators are as much of a machine (like a car) as they are electrical and/or electronic appliances. Mechanical and electrical experience are a plus, but work ethic and person...
| March 9, 2022 | Read more |
Space heaters can cause fires and electric shocks
Temperatures will dip below freezing next week, and you my be looking to a space heater to warm up your office. But those little heaters can cause big problems if not used correctly. Here’s some advice from the Electrical Safety Foundation International regarding space heaters: – They sh...
| February 11, 2022 | Read more |
Little Sparkie Electric Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Neither a volatile economy nor a pandemic has hampered the growth of Little Sparkie Electric, LLC. Catherine Nazarene, managing member and a working licensed Maryland and Virginia Master Electrician, has built her successful business by focusing on hard work, excellent service, and diversifying he...
| January 17, 2022 | Read more |
3 Common Electrical Lighting Problems & What to do About Them
Here are some common household and business electrical lighting problems that can potentially cause fires. 1. Light switches that don’t work correctly. Poor workmanship or substandard products can contribute to dimmer switches that don’t adjust light level properly. If you’ve just moved into a...
| July 19, 2021 | Read more |
Seeking a generator maintenance technician
Seeking a generator maintenance technician for flexible work hours. Immediate need. Mechanical ability is a must. Generators are as much of a machine (like a car) as they are electrical and/or electronic appliances. Mechanical and electrical experience are a plus, but work ethic and personality a...
| April 14, 2021 | Read more |
Window Air Conditioners – Don’t Assume You Can Just Plug Them In!
Before long, furnaces will be turned off, and air conditioners will be cranked up. Here in the Mid-Atlantic region, with its long history, many homes and businesses have been around for years. Because they were built before central air was available, they rely on window air conditioners. Windo...
| March 29, 2021 | Read more |
Catherine trained on new standby Generac Protector series
Catherine Nazarene, Little Sparkie’s managing member and a working licensed Maryland and Virginia Master Electrician, recently passed the Generac Generator exam and is now recertified by Generac as a technician. She received her first technician certification in 2007. At the training she did a lot...
| January 20, 2021 | Read more |
Electrical Safety While Working from Home
Are you still working or spending more time at home? Be sure to always plug into power safely and ensure #electricalcords do not become tripping hazards. Never run cords under rugs, carpets, doors, or windows. Follow these electrical safety tips from the Electrical Safety Foundation International ...
| November 19, 2020 | Read more |
