Category: Electrical Safety
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How Does a GFCI Work (& Where Do You Need Them In Your Home?)
GFCI outlets could save your life—which is why you should have them in any room of your home where water is normally present. Learn how these outlets keep kitchens, bathrooms, and other parts of your home safe with this guide from the experienced electricians at 4-Star Electric.
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How to Put Out an Electrical Fire
You can’t put out an electrical fire by pouring water on it—so what can you do instead? Learn from the experienced professionals at 4-Star Electric and keep your home safe from these unique hazards.
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When Do You Need Emergency Electrical Services?
4-Star Electric performs emergency electrical services throughout Calgary. Let our team teach you how to spot the signs of an electrical emergency and when to call for help to minimize the risks it poses to you and your home.
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7 Electrical Safety Tips for Your Bathroom
Should you plug your hair dryer and electric toothbrush into the same power strip? How can you place devices in your bathroom to avoid coming into contact with water? Learn the answers to these questions and more with this handy list of electrical safety tips for bathrooms from 4-Star Electric.
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7 Electrical Safety Tips for Your Kitchen
4-Star Electric’s experienced team is here to show you how to upgrade your kitchen’s electrical equipment safely. Learn about where to place new appliances, what kind of outlets to install, and more.
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8 Things to Consider When Installing Motion Sensors At Your Home
Motion sensors can make your home more secure by activating cameras or alarms when intruders trip them, and can also provide you with energy savings by controlling lights or climate control systems so that they run on your family’s schedule. But the benefits you get from your motion sensors will depend on which ones you…
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Checklist: Electrical Requirements For Legal Basement Suites
Basement suites provide value to tenants and landlords alike—they often represent more affordable rentals, while allowing homeowners to partition their properties into numerous eligible units. But for a basement suite to be legal in Alberta, it needs to meet specific electrical requirements. These standards help ensure that basement suites and home renovations are functional and…
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Children’s Electrical Safety 101: 10 Ways to Childproof Your Home’s Electrical Systems
Electricity is vital to every modern home, but electrical cords and outlets can pose a hazard to kids and pets who don’t understand them. While you can teach older children about basic electrical safety, you should still take steps to make the electrical fixtures in your home safer—especially when young children and animals are around.…
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The 5 Most Common Electrical Hazards in Your Home
The electrical systems in your home provide you with comfort and convenience, but they can pose a safety risk if you don’t keep them well maintained. Our home electrical services help homeowners throughout Calgary keep their lights, appliances, and other electrical fixtures working reliably—but you should also learn to recognize potentially dangerous electrical problems for…
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Common Wiring Issues in Old Homes: 1900s-1950s
Older homes have a certain style and character that can be incredibly endearing, and their lower price tags often make homeownership much more plausible. Although living in these older homes can be a rewarding experience, they also come with some potential issues—including the condition of their electrical wiring. The electrical wiring in homes built in…