Everywhere we turn, there are people following trends. It’s time to get people jumping on trends that can help save money and time and create a better future. The landscape of electrical engineering is ever-changing and shaping the future, so staying in front of the electrical trends is crucial. There will always be room for new and improved trends, from cutting-edge technology to renewable energy integration. Through our residential electrical services, we can help bring your homes electrical system up-to-date. Let’s take a look at today’s top four electrical trends!

Electric Vehicles:

Electric vehicles are one of the driving forces in the electrical industry. Electric vehicles bring new opportunities for future robust charging developments and energy-efficient solutions that meet the demand for clean and sustainable transportation. There are a few different types of electric cars:

  1. Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)- This type of car is a battery-powered car where the electricity comes entirely from onboard batteries.
  2. Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV)- this is a gasoline-powered car with an electric motor but uses regenerative braking systems.
  3. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV)- It is the same as the HEV, except it plugs into an external charging source.
  4. Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV)- This car is like the BEV, except the batteries charge through the hydrogen fuel cells, which generate electricity.

Smart Homes:

Smart homes are something we always thought was something of the future. Well, the future is now! Smart homes are being integrated throughout the world. Smart homes transform the way we interact with our living spaces. Smart homes embrace energy-efficient technologies by helping reduce environmental impact and lower utility costs. It uses smart thermostats, energy-efficient lighting, and home systems that automatically adjust heat and energy. Smart homes provide 5G technology by delivering faster connectivity. It enables real-time interaction between you and the device, which leads to smart home AI systems. AI-integrated smart home systems allow the machine to learn, adapt, and understand the homeowner’s preferences. Smart homes make living seamless.

Solar Panels and Solar Shingles:

Solar energy continues to be the focal point for sustainable power sources, and innovations in solar panels and solar shingle technologies continue to emerge. They are more energy efficient and affordable and increase aesthetic integration. High-efficiency solar panels are improving their materials to generate more electricity from the sunlight, providing a longer-lasting power source.

Solar shingles seamlessly blend with regular roofing materials. This option is for those who want to avoid investing in the large panels on your roof. Solar shingles are the size and shape of regular shingles, allowing the home or commercial building to catch the eye.

At Piper Electric, we can get your home’s electrical system ready for solar panels or solar shingles. We rely on the solar experts to do the installation, so we would put you in touch with a reliable solar panel or solar shingle installer.  

Solar Jellyfish Lighting:  

At some point, we have been driving around and have seen jellyfish lighting on houses. It is where there are spotlights of different colors or one color all around the house. Thanks to innovative technology, there is now solar lighting that can wrap all around your home. There are solar-powered spotlights that will get the job done more efficiently than having plug-ins. There are now even outdoor garden lights that will light up a pathway.

In conclusion, solar is the common theme for electrical trends in 2024. Solar technology shapes the planet, making it seamless and straightforward; it is impossible to say no. These trends create comfort, security, and sustainability. As time passes, we can expect to see more and more of these trends becoming routine. For more information, Piper Electric will be able to answer your questions and send out a licensed electrical to assess your needs. Give us a call today, 303-422-9219, or contact us online.