When you schedule an appointment with an electrician, it's important to make sure that you're prepared so that the work can be completed quickly and efficiently. Because you're most likely not well-versed in wiring and electrical repairs, it might seem like you can't...

Trying to find the perfect gift for the handyman in your life can be tough. You don't want to give them something generic, but you might not know enough to be able to walk into the hardware store and pick out a tool or gadget that would be useful. If you're struggling...

Electrical home inspections are an important part of home maintenance. Even if you aren't planning to put your house on the market anytime soon, scheduling periodic inspections is a good habit to get into. Many homeowners wonder if these inspections are actually worth...

Whether you're hoping to sell your house, or you simply want to ensure that your home is safe and energy-efficient, making sure that it's up to code is a smart investment. Building codes can change over the years as technology improves and safety standards advance, so...

Generators keep life comfortable when the power goes down, and the holidays present a practical time to add a backup generator. Backup generators connected directly to a home, or portable generators, provide options for managing electrical use and coping with outages....

The holidays are a time of celebration and joy—but will all of the revelry, and festive décor, come a number of safety hazards. Stringing decorative holiday lights and connecting inflatable Christmas decorations that run blowers can pose risks to you and your loved...

Cosy homes and holiday meals rely on furnaces and ovens, but these same appliances can expose you, your family and guests to deadly carbon monoxide poisoning. This colourless gas has no odour. It is a waste product from the combustion of natural gas and other fuels. A...

As electrical contractors in Vancouver, we are experts when it comes to improving energy efficiency throughout the home. When summer shifts into fall, your household power usage changes. Here are a few adjustments you can make to avoid the terror of a shocking...

Quotes for services from electrical contractors in Vancouver vary in their amounts. Judging estimates purely on the dollar amount, however, doesn’t necessarily translate into getting the best value. A budget electrician might skimp on the quality of materials or not...