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Pro Guide – When to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel

Considering an upgrade of your electrical panel? Our world is rapidly electrifying and your home electrical panel is an important…

6 days ago

What Causes an Electrical Short Circuit?

A “short circuit” is what happens when a connection with very low resistance forms between two conductors in a circuit.…

2 weeks ago

What are the Signs of an Electrical Fire?

Your home can go up in flames faster than you think, as quickly as 3 minutes. Up to eight times…

2 weeks ago

Copper & Aluminum Wire Ampacity Charts

Copper & Aluminum Wire Ampacity Charts  (Per 2024 Canadian Electrical Code)  The following charts reflect the acceptable Copper & Aluminum…

2 weeks ago

How a GFCI Works – Your Guide to GFCI’s

What Does a GFCI do?  GFCI’s Prevent Electrical Shocks  The primary role of GFCI outlets is to prevent injury due…

4 weeks ago

How to Connect Aluminum Wire to Copper

Connecting aluminum wire to copper, while a simple process, involves safety considerations due to the distinct properties of these two…

4 weeks ago

Can Home Electrical Breakers go Bad?

Electrical breakers are essential components of your home's electrical system, acting as safety devices that help prevent electrical overloads and…

4 weeks ago

Average Cost to Install a New Electrical Panel

An electrical panel, often referred to as a breaker box, is the central hub of a home's electrical system. This…

4 weeks ago

Hidden Hazards: The Risks of Aluminum Home Wiring

Introduction  During the 1960’s & 70’s, amidst a booming housing market and soaring copper prices, aluminum house wiring emerged as…

2 months ago

The Hidden Dangers of Stab-Lok Electrical Panels

Stab-Lok panels & breakers have a questionable history. Learn about the inherent dangers associated with Stab-Lok Electrical panels and what…

2 months ago