If you’re trying to decide whether your appliance should be hardwired or simply plugged in, the 4-Star Electric team breaks down the different types of appliances plus the pros and cons of each. […]
Different Types of Dimmers
4-Star Electric is Calgary’s trusted electrician—ready to help you with all your electric needs. Here’s a breakdown of the different types of light dimmers, the pros and cons for each and which type is best for your lighting needs. […]
The Calgary Guide to Christmas Lights
Setting up stunning holiday Christmas lights safely with this guide from Calgary’s electrical experts! 4-Star Electric shows you how to plan your displays, avoid overloading your circuit, add atmosphere with floodlights, and more. […]
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 […]
USB Outlets: Are They Worth It?
Are USB outlets worth the cost? Find out whether they’re worth it from 4-Star Electric’s team. In today’s blog we’ll go over the pros and cons of traditional outlets versus USB outlets, and what to consider when purchasing. Read on! […]
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 […]
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. […]
10 Inspiring Ways You Can Use Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor spaces can be difficult to plan and light appropriately. To truly enjoy these spaces and make them safe for visitors, a few inexpensive rolls of lights and a little electrical know-how can go a long way. Residential lighting has been our business for years, so we know exactly how the right lighting can turn […]
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 […]
Common Wiring Issues in Old Homes: 1960s-1980s
In our last article, we covered some of the common wiring issues of homes built in the 1900s to 1950s. In this article, we’re going to discuss the common wiring issues in homes built in the 1960s to 1980s. The 1960s and 70s had brought about massive changes in how homes were wired—as ways of […]