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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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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…
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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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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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Get Your Deck Lighting Ready this Spring!
One of the best parts of the warmer weather is being able to enjoy it outdoors. If you’re anything like us, you’re already chomping at the bit when it comes to cleaning up the backyard and getting it ready for the inevitable summer barbeque parties. Maybe you’re planning a complete renovation, or maybe you’re just…
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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.
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What to Look For in an Electrical Contractor
If you are browsing Google for an electrical contractor, the lists can become overwhelming. Here are a few questions you should be asking to help you narrow down your search and find the contractor that is the perfect fit for your project: What do other people have to say? Any company you look into will…
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Two Prong vs Three Prong Outlets
Did you know that 2019 marks 4 Star Electric’s 30th anniversary? That’s a lot of years serving our community here in Calgary. One of our favourite parts of the job over our time here is learning about our trade and sharing that with our valued customers. This week we are going to take a look…
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Electrical Considerations When Renovating
Renovations are a great way to get a fresh space without going through the stress of moving to a new home. In fact, 2017 saw Canadian homeowners spend $72.7 billion on home renovations and repairs, up $1.5 billion from 2016. Electricity, like flooring, is something that runs through every room of your house. If you…