Energy efficient facilities aren’t just a trend; they are a new direction for commercial businesses all around Alberta. Not only does this work to reduce the strain on the environment, but energy efficiency allows facilities to run smoother while drastically reducing operating costs. In some cases, the government even offers rebate programs for installing high […]
Upkeeping a Generator at Your Commercial Building
Southern Alberta is a gorgeous place to live and work, but its geographical location does come with some elemental baggage. We happen to inhabit an area that can experience floods, tornados, and blizzards all in one season. These natural disasters pose a great threat to businesses, infrastructure, and even human life. One way to prepare […]
Common Winter Electrical Problems
Just as you’re taking down your Halloween decorations, you’ll be putting up your Christmas ones. Winter brings cold noses, frozen roads, and some unique electrical challenges. As the chill starts to set in, don’t forget about the strain you are about to put on your electrical system. Serving our community as emergency electricians, there are […]
Consumer Choice Awards 2019
We’re proud to announce that 4-Star Electric has won a Southern Alberta 2019 Consumer Choice Award! Our whole team has worked hard with our incredible clients to provide the best possible service offered in the Calgary area, and to have our efforts recognized for another year is a great honour. We will continue to strive […]
Checking for Bad Wiring
Poor wiring is not a matter to take lightly. It can damage electronics, cause electrocution, and incite an electrical fire. According to Statistics Canada, thousands of fires occur every year due to electrical failure or installation deficiency. These hazards can be fatal, but fortunately they can also be prevented. It takes time or poor installation […]
Grounding Electrical Currents
Electrical safety has come a long way since Thomas Edison screwed in his first light bulb just twenty years before the turn of the 20th century. With the technology being so new, builders installing electrical wiring didn’t think too much about the risks that come along with electrical power. Nowadays, we have certified electricians who […]
Does the Size of Your Electrical Panel Matter?
Whether you are purchasing a new home or just looking to update your own, you’ll need to decide the size of your electrical panel. Just because the panel is tucked away out of sight, doesn’t mean that it should be out of mind. That little device directly affects the quality of life you experience inside […]
Find Us Outside of Calgary Too!
Alberta may be a big province, but everywhere within it holds onto those small town values. Hard work, community, and integrity seem to run through our veins regardless of what region we call home. That’s why we love doing electrical contract work all over Southern Alberta. While much of our work centers around Calgary, we […]
Consumer Choice Award
This year marks 30 years of being in business. That’s 30 years of delivering on-time, efficient customer service to Calgary and surrounding areas. Over the years, our commitment to excellence has been recognized in our beloved community time and time again. We are no strangers to accolades when it comes to our business. Recognizing Excellence […]
What Separates a Qualified Electrician from DIY “Experts”?
DIY electrical work is risky—and so is trusting anyone without the proper qualifications to perform electrical work in Alberta. Let 4-Star Electric show you how to identify an electrician with the skills, experience, and certifications required to do the safe, reliable work you deserve. […]