Projects
Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Let There Be Light: It takes a lot to keep historic cathedral in resplendent glow
E & M O’Hara Electric of West Orange brought light back to the steeple and roof top at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Newark. After a violent windstorm which damaged and blew out all twenty 1,000 watt metal halide flood lights, Camillus Mitchell, the Facilities Manager for Sacred Heart, called E & M O’Hara Electric to correct the problem and make the necessary repairs.
E & M O’Hara replaced all defective lamps and ballasts.
It was not an easy task. It required a 10 ton crane supplied by City Erectors of West Caldwell. The crane had to reach a height of 175 feet. At that height, Phil Bruno, the electrician from E & M O’Hara, replaced all twenty lamps and ballasts. He had to work in a basket suspended in the air.
The task was performed flawlessly.
Camillus Mitchell, the Facilities Manager for Sacred Heart, was delighted with the result. He stated, “I would not have any other electrical contractor perform electric work at the Cathedral but E & M O’Hara Electric.”
Mitchell also reached out to E & M O’Hara Electric, Inc. to eliminate shadows on the main altar. E & M O’Hara Electric solved the problem by adding new lights and and re-directing the existing lights.
Dennis Clark of Liberty Lighting specified the type of new flood lights needed and the locations where they were to be installed. Robert Ronco of Feldman Brothers Electric Supply assisted in the re-direction of the existing lights.
Photos by George Kopp Photography www.georgekopp.com
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
Maintaining historical integrity
For over 20 years the Thomas Edison National Historical Park has depended on E & M O’Hara Electric for their electrical wiring needs. Among other things, E & M O’Hara Electric has upgraded the electrical wiring in the Library, Music Room and Heavy Machine Shop.
To perform electrical wiring upgrades at the Historic Museum and Thomas Edison’s home, Glenmont, a special expertise is required as to not disturb the historic significance of the equipment and architectural features. E & M O’Hara has the experience and know how to meet the unique needs of all its customers.
Residential Landscape Lighting
Combine safety and security with style
We can install lighting outdoors for safety and security, or to highlight features such as walkways, pools, patios and landscaping. From post lanterns and spotlights, to recessed cans and decorative walkway and deck lighting, we can brighten your night.
