Have you experienced a short circuit? Are you worried that it’s dangerous? The answer is: Yes! Short circuits can be dangerous. Here’s why. The shorter path can be caused by damaged wires or loose connections. A sign of a loose or damaged wiring is light bulbs continue to burn out quickly. The path that electrical […]
There is a big difference between a warm outlet and a hot outlet. Do you know if there is cause for concern in your home? For safety’s sake, use our guide to discover why an electrical outlet feels hot, identify when it poses a potential hazard and learn how to remedy any problems. Frankly, there’s […]
More than just a temporary annoyance, an electrical short circuit can signal serious trouble with your home electrical system. Find out what causes short circuits and ground faults, plus how to prevent them with the tips below. What Is An Electrical Short Circuit? An electrical short circuit occurs when a “hot” wire carrying live current […]
Heads up: The old-fashioned electrical system known as knob and tube wiring system can be dangerous in several ways. If you’ve just learned that knob and tube wiring are installed in your home or in a house you’re about to buy, find out the information you must know to protect yourself and your family. Here […]
Did you know electrical outlets have a limited lifespan? Sometimes, lifespan can be surprisingly short; we’ve heard of electrical outlets lasting only 5 years or less.
If you notice an unpleasant odour coming from your Calgary electrical panel, never ignore it. Not just an aesthetic problem, a bad-smelling electrical box is frequently a red flag signalling something seriously wrong. Investigate as quickly as possible to avoid an electrical fire in your home. And even if you don’t smell anything unusual right […]
Your backyard hot tub is the perfect place to relax… except when it keeps tripping the GFCI circuit breaker! Your hot tub keeps shutting off – what do you do?!? These breaker trips are more than a nuisance; they could be signalling danger. Water and electricity (especially malfunctioning electricity) are a potentially hazardous combination. If […]
As a Calgary homeowner, you may have heard that you need to upgrade your electrical service by having AFCIs installed. This could be to solve a specific problem, such as a breaker that keeps tripping or enhancing your electrical safety in general. Of course, you want to do what’s necessary to protect your home and […]
If your home was wired with aluminum rather than copper, beware! Aluminum electrical wiring, installed in many Alberta homes a half-century ago, is hazardous. It puts you and your family at risk of a house fire… and the danger does not disappear as the years go by. Find out why aluminum wiring is not safe […]
Are you planning to hire someone to work on your home’s electrical system? If so, you may be wondering whether residential electricians or commercial electricians need a license in Calgary. Or maybe you’d like to try your hand at a little electrical DIY. In answer to your question, electricians definitely do need a license in […]
