Wet surfaces are excellent conductors, even turning off a light switch with wet hands can be enough to interrupt the circuit and send an electrical current through your body. With this in mind, it follows that the risk of electrical injury increases exponentially near a water source. Coincidentally, areas in your home with water and […]
Getting the Most from Your Home Inspection
If you’re putting your home up for sale, there’s a good chance that prospective buyers will add a home inspection clause to their agreement. This is to ensure that important elements of the home are in good repair and for the buyer to get a better picture of what they are signing up for. In […]
Are There Different Types of Electrical Panels?
Your electrical panel is the load center of your home. It’s where you go when the power shuts down and you need to turn it back on, and it is also the same place you go to when you’re working near wiring and need to make sure that the power is completely off. As an […]
Common Myths About Electrical Work & Safety
Ever since the ancient Greeks discovered electricity, humans have worked to harness it. A couple thousand years later, we are still finding new ways to use electricity. Unfortunately, when something is as universal as electrical energy, you’re bound to run into some myths or half-truths that have survived far too long. This week, we want […]
Why It’s Important that Electricians Follow Regulations
Electricians follow a strict set of guidelines in order to complete their work. It may seem tedious or unnecessary to the onlooker, but it turns out that these regulations are incredibly important for a number of different reasons. Codes and Regulations In Alberta, electricians and electrical systems are required to comply with the Canadian Electrical […]
Tips for Reducing Your Energy Bill
Our extreme weather in Southern Alberta can make it hard to save on your monthly electricity bill. If you’re not pumping out heat to withstand the freezing temperatures in the winter, you’re blasting the A/C to offset the intense heat in the summer. That’s why this week we want to explore reasonable ways you can […]
Electrical Safety Requirements for Landlords
Maintaining a rental property requires more than just a good coat of paint and functional locks on the outside doors. There are several aspects of the Alberta Building Code and the Safety Codes Act that landlords are expected to comply with. When it comes to the home’s electrical system, it’s important to know exactly what […]
Spring Cleaning & Your Electrical Systems
Spring cleaning can be an incredibly cathartic experience; a literal “out with the old and in with the new” project. Including an electrical portion on your spring cleaning list will also have the added benefit of reducing hazards in your home. In this week’s article we are going to explore some of the areas you […]
When Was the Last Time You Had Your CO Detector Checked?
An invisible, odorless by-product of incomplete combustion, carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas. CO poisoning can cause headaches, dizziness, vomiting, and even death. The unfortunate part is that the appliances in our homes can produce CO without us knowing. The good news is that there is a way to detect this dangerous gas before […]
Difference Between Licensed Electricians and a “Handyman”
You’re ready to hire a professional for your upcoming electrical project, but you’re stuck on whether to use a handyman or a licensed electrician. You’re not the first to have this quandary, and you won’t be the last! Before you make a call, here is what you should know. The Legalities It’s vital to understand […]