Category: Residential Services
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Electrical Problems to Watch For When Buying a House
What We’ll Cover Purchasing a new home can be an exciting, yet stressful process! It’s challenging to remain practical about safety and budget constraints when you’ve fallen in love with what appears to be the perfect place. At 4-Star Electric, we recommend looking past the aesthetics of your possible new home, and diving right into…
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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Electrical Problems?
Now that we’ve looked at some electrical issues you might see when you’re buying a home, it’s time to talk about insurance—the ultimate “just-in-case” purchase you make when it comes to your health, car, and even home! Home insurance is absolutely essential for any homeowner, as it can help cover the costs of many incidents…
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How To Lower Your Electricity Bills This Winter
Top tips from our experienced electricians to help you save on energy costs this winter!
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Home Automation In Calgary & How It Saves You Money
In this blog, we’ll explore how integrating smart electrical automations into your Calgary home can not only elevate your lifestyle but also provide a tangible return on investment through energy savings.
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The Real Cost to Install an EV Charger at Home in Canada
With the growing popularity of EVs in Canada, many homeowners are considering the installation of a home EV charger. From equipment costs, panel upgrades to rebates, you’ll learn the real cost of installing an EV charger in Canada.
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Do I Need Electrical Upgrades for a Solar Panel Setup?
As leading electricians in Calgary, 4-Star Electric is here to show you how upgrading your electrical panel can help you prepare for a solar panel setup in your home. Learn how the type of solar panels you choose and their size can impact your home’s electrical load.
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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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USB Outlets: Are They Worth It?
The number of devices we plug in to use or charge every day makes the outlets in our home increasingly important—but many pieces of technology can’t be plugged into a standard three-prong outlet without USB adapters. USB-C adapters represent a solution to this problem, since they’re designed with ports that let you plug USB cables…
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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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Journeyman vs. Master Electrician: What’s the Difference?
Choosing an electrician to work on your home or business is an important decision—and it’s critical to hire someone who’s qualified for the job at hand. Learning about the different qualifications for electricians in Calgary and what it takes to earn them can help you find the electrical professionals you need and have confidence in…