Tag: electrical contractors calgary
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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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The Different Types of Dimmers (& What Is Best For You)
Using a dimmer is a great way to reduce the amount of electricity your lights use—while giving you more control over the atmosphere in your space. But not all dimmers are the same—in fact, they use different technology based on the kind of lighting you need to dim. We’ve provided beautiful lighting for Calgary homes…
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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…
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Electricity Supply to Your Home Office
This past summer, CTV published an article reporting that upwards of 45% of Canadians are now working from home, with business owners intending to offer their employees a work-from-home option even after the pandemic. The sudden, drastic shift to home offices last year left many people scrambling to organize a workspace at home. Now that…
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Electronic Recycling for Commercial Businesses
Computers, laptops, phones, tablets, printers, and fax machines are all commonplace in the work environment. Another thing these devices have in common is the fact they eventually expire and will need to be replaced. Getting new electronics is only half the battle, but have you considered what you will do with the outdated ones? Turns…
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Back Up Power Solutions For Your Business
Backup generators, aren’t just for homes—they can be incredibly valuable for offices and commercial spaces too. If you’ve ever worked in Calgary during the summer, chances are you’ve experienced a power outage or two. These outages can leave an entire building without electricity for hours or even days, and they often come without warning. Imagine…
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Keeping Your Winter Electric Bill Low
Unlike other places in the world, the winter season in Alberta lasts several months and loves to hold on for as long as possible. It’s hard to know when we’ve seen the last of the snow, so that means our heat and light-making systems are always on call. Unfortunately, this constant vigilance can have an…
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Rookie Mistakes: How to Avoid Electrical Code Violations
Electrical code violations don’t just cause issues when trying to sell or insure your home, they can create the perfect environment for an electrical fire, electrocution, or worse. That’s why it is so important to invest in electrical inspections and licensed professionals in both new and old homes. Cutting corners when it comes to safety…
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Choosing Great Lighting for Your Garage Workshop
This year has been an interesting one, to say the least. It has given many of us the opportunity to start new hobbies or pick up old ones. For some of us, that means long hours spent in the garage, whittling away at projects. If that sounds like you, this week’s article is right up…
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Working With Aluminum Wiring
Installing electrical systems with aluminum wiring was a common practice for homes in the late 60s and 70s. At the time, it was considered a cheaper alternative to copper wiring. Being the more economical option, aluminum wiring became the norm for almost a decade, not only in Alberta but all-over North America. Unfortunately, this cheaper…