When it comes to commercial and industrial operations, the amount of power that can be used by lighting systems during a typical day is often surprising. While paying for lighting is inevitable for every business, the amount that is paid can be significantly reduced through a large-scale lighting system upgrade. As a leading provider of…
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Design Ideas for Office Lighting
Office lighting is well known for being a bit depressing, but this does not need to be the case. While fluorescent lights have been a mainstay of office lighting setups for many years, there are more options available that can be used to liven up an office space. Whether you are doing a tenant improvement…
How to Troubleshoot Fluorescent Lights
Fluorescent lights are a great way to get a lot of long-lasting light into a space, but they can also be a major hassle. Fixing them requires extra steps, they are harder to install than regular fixtures, there are often multiple explanations for problems, and even disposing of burnt out light tubes requires extra care….
Commercial Lighting Design Trends for 2018
Commercial lighting design trends for 2018 continue moving towards improving safety for tenants, aesthetics, and function to ensure overall comfort, while also providing cost savings. At Expert Electric, we understand how important it is for your commercial space to keep up with the latest lighting design trends. That is why we offer a wide range…
Commercial Sign Repair and Maintenance
At Expert Electric, we know that commercial signs are an important part of any business. That is why we offer commercial sign repair and maintenance services that are designed specifically to help businesses ensure that their signs are not only functioning at optimal efficiency but are also working to represent the brand in a positive…
Cost Saving Electrical Solutions for Commercial Buildings
Commercial buildings, especially the office buildings that we use every day, consume a large percentage of the Canada’s energy. At Expert Electric, we understand how important it is for commercial buildings to try to be as energy efficient as possible. While there are many commercial building services for optimizing energy efficiency, our team of licensed…
Different Types of Outdoor Commercial Parking Lot Lighting
During the Fall and Winter months, Expert Electric installs an increasing amount of outdoor parking lot lighting for all different types of commercial buildings including office buildings, retail businesses, restaurants and bars. As the days get shorter, many business and property owners begin to see the benefits of outdoor parking lot lighting as there is…
How motion sensing lights work and where to install them
The licensed electricians at Expert Electric receive a lot of questions about how motion sensing lights work and where to install them. Since our team has plenty of experience installing motion sensing lights in residential homes and commercial buildings, we figured it would be beneficial to help answer some of the more popular questions we…
Ballast Replacement
Fluorescent ballasts are used in many industrial warehouses as they offer cheap and efficient lighting. These ballasts can last decades but depending on the type of environment (extreme cold/extreme heat), may be subject to a shorter lifespan. Check your ballast fixtures for these warning signs to see if it is time for a ballast replacement….
Office Building Electrical Safety Guide and Tips
Through the work week between the hours of 9 to 5, many mega watts of electricity is fed into offices and commercial buildings all over the world. These are places where productivity is vital and electricity is critical for the productivity to exist. Whether renting, leasing, or own an office building, here is a checklist…
