Thank You Duke.

Albuquerque was founded well over 300 years ago in honor of Francisco Fernández de la Cueva who was the 10th Duke of Albuquerque.  Hence, some refer to our metropolis as “Duke City”.  Who exactly named the city?  That moniker was placed by provincial governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdés.  See…Si?

Today Albuquerque is the home of Kirtland Air Force Base, Sandia National Laboratories, The National Museum of Nuclear Science and Industry, The University of New Mexico and so many other important things in our beautiful state.  If you are visiting ABQ or suburban Belen we hope that you will take part in our many attractions.

We at Daylight Electric and Appliance are headquartered in Belen, but we serve most of Albuquerque area with quality electrical work for homes and businesses.  If your needs include heating, air conditioning, rewiring, installation of appliances, etc. we are here to help.  From all of us at Daylight Electric and Appliance Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Defining an Electrical Contractor.

Here is a basic explanation… it is a business person or a company that provides electrical services.  They are also responsible for any work that needs to be constructed in relation to a particular design and the maintenance of any electrical systems.  This should apply to residences and commercial operations as well.

Contractors receive extensive training in preparation for entering the field and are required to be licensed depending on the regulatory standards and guidelines where they reside.  They pay an annual licensing fee and must obtain insurances as well as the necessary documents needed to keep their client safe.  Beware of anyone who is NOT licensed!

If you are looking for an electrical contractor who starts a project by completing estimated expenses for the client then you have come to the right place.  If you live in Belen or throughout the Albuquerque area and you need residential or commercial electrical work, please call Daylight Electric and Appliance at (505) 864-3980.

Dec 6th - Free admission 5-9pm at Explora during Old Town Holiday Stroll in Albuquerque

Free admission 5-9pm at Explora during Old Town Holiday Stroll in Albuquerque

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• 5-7pm, FREE Teen Science Café: Teens can meet a local scientist and find out about their work and career. Snacks included. Activity or demo included. 
• Fun activities for children and adults.
• Take a photo on our high wire bike with holiday props. 
• Get tax-free shopping done while the kids have fun. Holiday discounts at Ideas, the Store at Explora! 
• Two floors of hands-on exhibits are open for exploration.

Repair or Replace…That is the Question.

It is a question with an expensive answer.  Should you repair your whole-house heating system, or should you replace it altogether?  A healthy heating system can prevent burst pipes, provide good quality indoor air that encourages good health and efficiently heat your home.  You need to know when you can get by for another season with repairs instead of replacement.

You may need a heating professional to assess your system when –

1.  You start hearing abnormal noises.

2.  The system just keeps blowing out air.

3.  Power bills are going up and up.

4.  There is poor indoor air quality.

5.  Temperatures vary from room-to-room.

These (among others) are signs that it is time to call in someone like Daylight Electric and Appliance.  They are heating professionals who have been serving the comfort needs of the Albuquerque area out of Belen for many years.  Watch, listen, then call Daylight Electric and Appliance of Belen at (505) 864-3980.

All of You Who Have Been Poisoned by Carbon Monoxide Raise your Hand.

What…no hands?  Of course not, people who were poisoned by this noxious gas CAN’T raise their hand!  It must be prevented from permeating your home at all costs.  Sure, safeguarding your home and family from a threat that you can’t see, smell or taste may sound like a tall order.  That’s why it is so important that the right detector is installed in your Belen home.

Here are some FAQs about carbon monoxide poisoning –

1.  What is carbon monoxide?  It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless.

2.  Where does it come from?  Appliances, generators, blocked chimneys, etc.

3.  What are the symptoms?  They are similar to the flu.

4.  What steps can I take to prevent it?  Properly equip your home with detectors.

Here is where we come in.  We are Daylight Electric and Appliance.  We serve the electrical and HVAC needs of the greater Albuquerque area from our home in Belen.  Properly installing a carbon monoxide detection system is NO insignificant matter!  Please trust us to do it right.  We are Daylight Electric and Appliance at (505) 864-3980.

Veterans Day 2019: What’s open/closed, events and discounts around New Mexico

Veterans Day 2019: What’s open/closed, events and discounts around New Mexico

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -  a list of events that are happening throughout the state for Veterans Day Monday, November 11. There’s also a list of things that are closed in Albuquerque on Veterans Day.  

Staying Wired.

No, this is not an expose’ about John Belushi.  This is about commercial wiring.  One of the first differences between residential and commercial electrical installation has to do with the type of wiring used for each individual building.  In residential homes, the main type of wiring used has a plastic sheathing around the narrow wires.

As it pertains to commercial buildings, the electrical wiring is run in open spaces to allow access, but the wiring is contained in tube-like conduits for protection.  Commercial buildings use three-phase power.  Three-phase power delivers a total of 448 volts which is two legs of 120 volts and a third called a “wild leg” that carries 208 volts.

How to wire a commercial building is a complicated job for a true professional.  The team at Daylight Electric and Appliance of Belen serves all of the residential and commercial wiring needs of the greater Albuquerque area.  When you decide to wire or rewire your business give Daylight Electric and Appliance a call at (505) 864-3980.