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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 part of making sure you are ready for future electrical needs. We lay out a host of major reasons below why you may want to consider...
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. This connection leads to a surge in current flow and a drop in voltage from the power supply. Electricity always takes the shortest possible route...
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 faster than they would have 50 years ago. In Canada, 20% of home fires are caused by electrical issues. Usually due to aging equipment, poor wiring or manufacturer...
Copper & Aluminum Wire Ampacity Charts
Copper & Aluminum Wire Ampacity Charts (Per 2024 Canadian Electrical Code) The following charts reflect the acceptable Copper & Aluminum Wire Ampacities for the three most common wire insulation ratings per Tables 2 & 4 of the 2024 Canadian Electrical...
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 to electrical shocks. When a person comes into contact with an electrical current, it can cause muscle contractions, burns, and even cardiac...
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 metals. Aluminum wire and copper wire differ in their electrical conductivity, thermal expansion, and reactivity, which can lead to...
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 potential fires. But can home electrical breakers go bad? In short, the answer is yes. But before diving into the reasons...
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 critical component distributes incoming electricity from the utility company to the various circuits within the home. Due to its pivotal role in ensuring...
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 a cost-effective alternative, finding its way into countless homes built or renovated during this time period. At first glance,...
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 to do about them here.