HomElectrical

HomElectrical HomElectrical is an online seller of electrical supply & LED Light Wholesaler

HomElectrical Electric Supply is an electrical and lighting supply company located in Kennesaw, Georgia. Our goal is to simplify the online shopping experience to meet the needs of each individual customer. We accomplish this by leveraging technology while providing excellent service to our customers with our core values in mind. Founded in 2011 by CEO David Lu, HomElectrical was created with a fo

cus on providing businesses with efficient products to meet their individual needs. Lu also saw the importance of remaining environmentally conscious and wanted to spread the idea of lowering our carbon footprint while decreasing costs with a green initiative and LED technology. HomElectrical has since expanded to supply businesses with a myriad of supplies that support energy-saving practices.

06/19/2026

Is Your Ceiling Fan in the Right Mode? | NO B.S.
The old rule of setting your ceiling fan clockwise in winter and counterclockwise in summer doesn't cover every scenario. A better rule of thumb is to follow the fan's leading edge.

Summer Cooling: Leading edge (front blade) higher than the trailing edge = Downward draft for a wind-chill effect.

Winter Heating: Leading edge lower than the trailing edge = Updraft that forces warm air trapped at the ceiling back down to floor level. Make sure the fan it at its lowest speed for maximum effect.

These simple adjustments, can equal massive comfort.

06/17/2026

Stop plugging power strips into each other! 🔌 | NO B.S.
Plugging one power strip into another (or Daisy Chaining) seems convenient but never do it.

Why you should NEVER Daisy Chain?
Too Much Load: Most strips aren't rated for the total load of multiple units.
Too Much Risk: Daisy chaining creates extra resistance and heat, which can lead to a fire.
Instead of daisy chaining, use a single, heavy-duty extension cord for more reach.

Stay safe and keep your equipment protected. 🔌🛠️

06/15/2026

AC Blowing Hot?! 3 DIY Tricks that Save $100s 💸 | NO B.S.
Save $100s a year on HVAC repairs with these DIY tips:
• Change Air Filters: Swap AC filters every 30-90 days to maintain airflow. Do so more frequently if you have pets.
• Outdoor Unit: Cut away overgrowth around your outdoor unit to prevent "choking" the system.
• Clean the Fins: Using a garden hose, wash away dirt & debris on the outdoor unit. DO NOT use a pressure washer, doing so can destroy your unit.

If your air is still blowing warm, call a professional.

06/01/2026

Can you do it? Physically, yes. Should you? NO.

Why Not?
GFCI Role: It detects ground faults, NOT over-current. It will stay reset even if the circuit is overloaded.
Code Violation: NEC 210.21(B)(3) strictly forbids 20A receptacles on a 15A circuit.
Fire Risk: You're giving someone a "green light" to plug in a 20A tool that will overheat your 15A wiring before the breaker can even react.
Don't invite a fire. Stick to 15A outlets on 15A circuits.

05/09/2026

One wrong SKU can kill your federal contract payout. Stop guessing on BAA vs BABA.

BAA (Buy American Act): Applies to direct federal agency purchases. Requires 65% US-sourced components (increasing to 75% in 2029). Don't get caught with 60% for a 65% job.

BABA (Build America, Buy America): Applies to federally funded infrastructure projects (roads, water, electrical grids, etc.). It's stricter, requiring 100% US-manufactured iron and steel. Zero exceptions. On top of that, manufactured products and construction materials must also be US-sourced.

Construction materials include: glass, drywall, fiber optic cable, non-ferrous metals, optical fiber, lumber, drywall, and engineered wood.

Check your contract specs before you order. The wrong part could mean a rejected invoice.

05/08/2026

Should you go with a traditional can or a modern wafer light? The choice comes down to preference and circumstances.
Canless Lights (Wafer): Ultra-thin, fitting almost anywhere, perfect for tight clearances BUT must replace the entire fixture if its sealed module fails.
Canned Lights: Bulkier and harder to install in existing ceilings but have superior heat management and simple bulb replacements (in most cases).

Our Verdict: No room in the ceiling? Go Canless. Want it to last 20 years with easy fixes? Go Canned.

Make your basic fan FEEL like an AC unit Maximize your airflow with these expert placements:Increase airflow: Keep fans ...
05/06/2026

Make your basic fan FEEL like an AC unit

Maximize your airflow with these expert placements:
Increase airflow: Keep fans out of corners and elevated on furniture to increase airflow.

Evaporative Cooling: Place an ice bucket or damp rag in front of the fan to lower the air temp.

Blow Hot Air Out: Position the fan 2-5 feet from a sunny-side window, blowing outward. This will push hot air out and pull cool air in.

Watch as the hot air leaves and cool air moves through. 💨

05/04/2026

When calculating the wattage needed to heat a room, use the 10 watt per square foot rule.

Let's break it down for a standard 10x12 room:
The Math: 120 sq.ft x 10 = 1200W
Bad insulation/High Ceilings: The same room may need 1500W
Pro Tip: Going "overboard" doesn't heat the room faster, it just overloads your circuit. Stick to the math, save the circuit.

05/02/2026

Can you run three 1000W heaters on one 20A circuit? No. Baseboard heaters are "continuous loads," meaning they run for hours. The NEC says you can only use 80% of your breaker’s capacity.

Example - For a 20A, 120V circuit:
Total Capacity: 2400 Watts
Safe Capacity (80%): 1920 Watts
If your heater needs more than the "safe capacity" allows, you need a second circuit. Don't guess, calculate.

04/30/2026

Should you use a 120V or 240V baseboard heater for your small office? | NO B.S.

If the wattage is the same, the heat output is the same. The difference is the Amperage.

Which one is right for your office? A 240V is the safer option for work-related buildings.

Why 240V wins out:
Lower Amps: A 240V heater pulls half the current of a 120V unit.
Circuit Capacity: Lower amps allows for more heaters on a single circuit.
Wire Gauge: Smaller wire gauges for less expensive wire runs.

Don't let a 120V heater hog your whole breaker.

Address

1590 N Roberts Road NW, Ste 110
Kennesaw, GA
30144

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

(888) 616-3532

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