Referals for business

Have you considered asking a friend or family to give you some names if you needed to get something done around the house? keep in mind those people have already sourced out the best prices and the best service in the companies they have used. Not only that but they are hands on experience by having seen the finished work of contractors, so they know if they are good or not. Next time, give it a shot, you'll be surprised just how nice it can be not to have to worry! contact us at:

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quotes are not all equal

always make sure you are comparing apples to apples when it comes to getting quotes for contractor. While a price may seem more reasonable on one quote, you could be getting significantly lower quality of work, or less than what you think you will get. Service is also very important. Wouldnt you want a company that cares and is always there when you need to talk to them or ask questions? some companies will just leave you once they have you money in hand. The best companies offer good service and warranties for life! for more info, visit us at:

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Log houses are better than standard construction

Did you know that log houses are better than standard construction? Not only do they stay warmer in the winter, but the cost of building one is actually cheaper! You won't need any insulation, drywall, painting  or outside wall coverings. There are many benefits and cost savings, but keep in mind that log houses do require more maintenance because they tend to move and shift as they age. The wood should be protected as well with a fresh coat of varnish every couple of years. The electrical work is a bit more complicated, and requires more planning however. for more info, contact us at:

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smart meters

I have a lot of customers who call me about smart meters. Just so you know, your energy used hasnt gone up like crazy and winter hasnt been especially cold. Your electrical wiring and panel are not defecting. What is going on is that the old meters were not accuratly measuring your energy used and the new smart meters are a little too smart and we are now forced to pay for what we actually use. Most people see an increase of double their usual bill, while others see 3 times higher than before. Unfortunatly we're stuck with this for the long run. Visit us at

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budgeting for electrical work

If you have a project in mind, always make sure to think about how much money you can afford to spend. Also make sure you keep an extra margin of money in case costs are higher than expected. One of the most asked questions to a real estate agent when someone is looking to buy a house is about the condition of the electrical systems. This is always money well spent! for more info:

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upgrading electrical to raise home value

if you plan to upgrade your home, think about replacing the light fixtures, outlets, switches and baseboard heaters. Every dollar you invest in doing this will not only make your home look brad new again, but also you will be able to get this money back easily when you resale and probably much more. Most people tend to see a 2-3 times return on this investment. Also this can be a good idea if you have aluminium wiring since it can become loose with age. for more info, visit us at:

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hot tubs

Have you been thinking about a hot tub installation for the summer? Be sure to get a liscensed electrician for this, as hot tubs can be dangerous if they are not installed properly. You should have a GFCI protecting the whole circuit, and this will prevent you from getting electrocuted hopefully. Also you should have a disconnect switch in plain sight for servicing or if something goes wrong and you need a quick shut down. All of this should be properly bonded and grounded and if follow all these steps, you should enjoy your hot tub for years to come! for more info, visit us at:

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Electrical work and rats

If you have an electrician performing work on your house and business and he spots rat droppings or things that are chewed up all over the place, you may have a rat problem. It doesn't mather who comes around to do work at your home, you should always ask them if they spotted anything unusual. I once found a while ant hive in the attic of a house, and they were slowly eating at the wood. IT may be time for an exterminator! for more info, visit us at:

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temporary services

if you plan to get a temporary service for construction to provide power for tools and workers, make sure its 200 amps. The reason for that is that when you are done and need to transplant your panel inside the house, you will be saving yourself money by already having the necessary mast, wiring and meterbase. Remember the outlets must be gfci a protected and your enclosure weatherproof! for more information, visit us at:

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Invoices and agreements

Whenever you agree on something with your electrician, or any other trade, always make sure you have it in writing. It is important to have this in writing because there may be disagreements later on about what was supposed to be done or what the installation was supposed to include. Preferably there should also be a date and a signature and agreement on when the project should be completed. It is wishful thinking that you can just have a verbal agreement but there can be misunderstandings. For that reason, having it on paper will prevent any disputes in the future.

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Strapping wires properly

There are a lot of advabtages to having a nice clean work area once you are done. Think about if you will need to use this area in the future and how you will need to have extra space to mount something there. For that reason, wires should be strapped or run through the ceilings tidily. Always remember that these upgrades may not all be electrical in nature and could require even more clearance from electrical equipment. For more information, visit us at:

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upgrade 200 amps service

There are many reasons to upgrade to a 200 amp service. First if you are building a house there is very little added expense to do so and it will be very useful for future expansion. Also if you plan to have a workshop, you should definetly consider this. I find a lot of renovations usually start with a service upgrade. These can usually run between 3000-5000$, so why not do it right in the first place?

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Electrical sub panel

when you install a new sub panel because your current panel is full, always install one that has more room than you need. This way you can save a lot of money in the future if you do upgrades. Also most people can get a discount if they buy a package deal that comes with breakers. You can find those at rona or home depot.

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Proper wiring procedures

when installing new wiring in wet or potentially moist environment, always make sure you use the appropriate cable. fThe same goes for direct burial or into concrete pours. You can always go with tech cable, that works for just about every environment. for more information, visit us at: 

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Electrical inspections

Inspectors usually shows up only 20% of the time. That being said, it is always a good idea to get an electrician's work checked for your own safety. Inspectors are always looking for faulty work and it could save your life or your family. The cost is usually small, and insurance companies love it! for more info, visit us at: 

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Problem with GFCI receptacle?

Got problems with an outdoor or bathroom receptacle? usually these are equipped with a GFCI, so all you need to do is reset it by pressing the center button, and voila, it will work again. for more information visit us at:

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lights not working right?

Have you ever had your lights flicker in your house or business? usually its caused by a defective switch or a ballast. Don't wait too long to get this fixed, or you might find yourself out of a light! for more information, visit us at: 

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Pot light trims not sitting right?

Pot light trims not sitting right and flush with your ceiling? here are a few simple tricks to make that happen! first you can spin the trim as you push it in, second try hitting it or putting a lot of pressure to push it into the ceiling and if all else fails, call an electrician! for more information, visit us at: 

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home owner electrical work and its dangers

A lot of home owners are willing to do some electrical work themselves. What do they not know if the possible consequences of doing such work and how it will affect them. Today im going to talk a bit about what can happen. Did you know that insurance companies will not cover you if they find out you have done your own electrical and the house burns down? also have you considered that 0.002 amps can kill you if you get shocked? by the way, the typical amperage in a switch or receptacle is a few amps. What if there is a fire and your family members die? how would you feel about having saved a few bucks then? Its like playing russian roulette, are you ready to face what could possibly happen? its always best to leave it to the pros.

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Light bulbs not working?

Maybe its time to change those old fixtures then! most of the time, the sockets get worn off after years and years or use. Also some of the wiring in the fixture can become brittle due to the heat produced and can fall off or become loose. There is so much choice for light fixtures nowdays, and they can be quite inexpensive. Go check out rona or home depot. For more information, visit us at:

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LED lighting upgrade

Have you thought about changing all your bulbs to LED bulbs and saving up to 80% on your power bill? with the new meters that are getting installed by bc hydro, ive hearing about customers who had their bills double or even triple! my own bill has doubled, so im going to do my best to reduce that once again! im installing LED light bulbs everywhere, and so should you. For more info, visit us at:

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Electrical parts prices

Rona and home depot have a great selection of electrical stuff, but keep in mind that they have heavy markups. Wholesalers will always charge you a ton of money for the same stuff as well, because they only want to deal with reputable companies. The best way to do things is let your electrician buy the materials, because not only does he get a discounted rate, but can also pass on that rate to you! You'll be saving yourself time and money, what a deal!

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temporary electrical installations

temporary installations can be convienent when you are doing renovations or building a new house. Remember that it can save a lot of time when you have power and can use more tols to speed things up!
Always make sure your temporary installations are weatherproof since water and electricity don't mix!

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Planning your electrical project

Planning is the first step to any electrical project. Make sure you understand everything that you are getting a quote for and that the quality of the work will be good. Remember, pricing is important, but be sure to know what you are going to get for your money!

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Renovations

Are you thinking about doing a renovation in your home or business? always remember to contact liscenced electrical contractors. We often see the results of using non qualified electrical contractors, and it often costs you twice as much money as you originally had planned to do your renovation. A lot of the time, professionals have to come and fix the mistake that were made. Not only that, but they installations can be dangerous and cause fires and death. So remember, always make sure you are dealing with qualified electricians!

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Dangerous electrical work

Have you ever seen a bunch of wires held together by electrical tape? remember, this can be dangerous and all wires should be in an electrical box!  if you see anything like that in your home or business, call an electrician right away!

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Exercising your electrical breakers

Always remember to test your circuit breakers every 6 months. Some breakers are prone to seizing up in your panel and will not offer the protection they usually do. This is why they need "exercising". To do this, simply switch the breaker to the off position and back to on position. Remember, your family's safety is riding on you!

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