Tag: commercial electrician calgary
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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…
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What is Involved in Rewiring a House?
So your property is over 60 years old and you’re considering rewiring—now what? Blown fuses, electrical shock, and fire are only a handful of the risks associated with an outdated or poorly wired electrical system. In this week’s article, we are going to explore the process of rewiring so that you know exactly what to…
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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…
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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…
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Security via Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor lighting is an excellent way to highlight the features of your yard, but did you know that it can also offer a security “blanket” for your home? Bright lights will deter would-be thieves, as it makes it difficult to conduct their work without being spotted. Here are some tips on what to look for…
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Should You Switch to LED Lighting?
Whether you own a business or you’re running a household, you will need to make a few decisions about your lighting. One of these choices is whether or not to switch to LED lighting. LEDs are quickly gaining in popularity, but is it really worth your dime to give them a try? In this week’s…
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Setting Up Your Outdoor Lighting for the Summer
Summer is finally here. The snow has melted and the outdoors are calling. We all enjoy summer a bit differently, but if you would rather create your own personal oasis than buy overpriced beer on a restaurant patio, then this article is for you! We’ve outlined everything you need to get started on your very…
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What Are Ground Fault Interrupters?
Electrical usage will always come with some sort of risk. One of these risks is a ground fault. This occurs when there is a break in the low-resistance grounding path from an electrical system. When this happens, the electrical current may take an alternative path to the ground through the user. As you can well…
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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…
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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…