Switches and Dimmers

Lighting plays a crucial role in creating the ambiance of any room in your home. The lighting can influence mood, enhance your daily activities, and even contribute to your overall well-being. The it is no wonder that homeowners are often in a dilemma when choosing between traditional light switches and modern dimmers. At State-Wide Electric, we can help you decide on the best course for your home and provide professional installations of both switches and dimmers.

Your typical switches turn lights and outlets on/off. A typical residential switch has a toggle lever that will operate the switch.

Homeowners will often opt to install a dimmer switch in place of the normal toggle switch to control lighting in order to save energy or for the purpose of setting a mood whether softer or brighter. Dimmers reduce energy consumption by cycling light and increasing bulb life. Sleek, functional, economical; no matter how you add it up, dimmer switches not only help beautify a home, they also can make life more enjoyable for homeowners.

Dimmer switches come in four popular styles: dial, slide, touch pad, and combination light switch/dimmer slide. Since dimmer switches come in different shapes and each operates a little differently, you should always follow the instructions included with the switch for installation and operation.