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Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Preparedness: Why Your Home Needs a Backup Generator The Importance of Backup Generators for Power Outages Power outages can strike at any time, often without warning. Whether caused by...

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Power-Saving Tips for Home Offices

Power-Saving Tips for Home Offices

Expert Electric's Power-Saving Tips In the evolving work landscape, the home has become the new office for many. This shift from traditional offices to home offices has led to a significant increase...

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Extension Cord Safety Tips

Extension Cord Safety Tips

While extension cords are commonly used in various settings to power many different devices, they are often used carelessly and are one of North America's leading causes of electrical fires. To...

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Power Surge Protection: How it Works

Power Surge Protection: How it Works

A power surge is an increase in voltage flowing through your electrical units that rise above the standard voltage levels (120 Volts). These surges can be caused by lightning, high-powered electrical devices (elevators, air conditioners, refrigerators, etc), faulty wiring or even problems with your utility company’s equipment. Inevitably, these are all occurrences that we cannot prevent ourselves, so how can you protect your home and equipment from these damaging power surges?

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Portable Generator Maintenance Tips

Portable Generator Maintenance Tips

At Expert Electric, we understand the importance of maintaining a portable generator to ensure its longevity and efficient operation. Regular maintenance is crucial for maximizing the lifespan of...

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How should I keep my home cool?

How should I keep my home cool?

It seems that as the year progresses, each season comes with its own positives and negatives. We have been fortunate to have a very beautiful spring so far, and it looks like we will be in for a...

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Ballast Replacement

Ballast Replacement

Fluorescent ballasts are integral components of lighting systems found in numerous industrial warehouses, renowned for their affordability and energy efficiency. These ballasts serve as control...

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Battery Safety Tips

Battery Safety Tips

Batteries, the compact powerhouses, are tucked away in various corners of our homes, powering a multitude of everyday devices. From clocks and remote controls to toys and electronic gadgets,...

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Office Electricity Safety

Office Electricity Safety

Office Electricity Safety: Enhancing Productivity and Efficiency In today's fast-paced business world, offices and commercial buildings consume a substantial amount of electricity to maintain...

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Garbage Disposal Units

Garbage Disposal Units

Garbage disposal units are essential appliances in modern kitchens, offering a convenient way to dispose of food waste. Proper installation, understanding the electrical requirements, and knowing...

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Indoor Lighting

Indoor Lighting

Indoor Lighting: Enhancing Your Home's Ambiance and Functionality Since we covered outdoor lighting last time, this week we thought we would focus on lighting that you use more frequently. Indoor...

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Extension Cord Safety

Extension Cord Safety

Extension cords are among the most commonly used electrical accessories in households worldwide. They provide the flexibility to power devices and appliances from a distance, making them...

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Electrical Hazards in Older Homes

Approximately 200 electrical fires occur in B.C. each year with a large portion of these fires found in older homes. As sad as it is, it’s understandable. Homes built before 1970 didn’t have the types of technology we have today – not only to build a more sound electrical system but to sustain the types of products we now use on a daily basis (coffee machines, hairdryers, computers, the list goes on). If you live in an older home or are looking at buying one, be aware of these electrical hazards.

  • Wiring older than 30 years old
  • Under 100 amps of power
  • Not equipped with AFCI’s

Wiring – New cables and methods of wiring have been introduced since the building of your old home. These new cables provided ground protection, higher rated insulation temperatures and are suitable for recessed lighting. This eliminates the need for knobs and tubes, which proved to be a fire hazard overtime.  If your wiring is older than 30 years, it is recommended to have an electrician review the safety of your wiring. If caught early, you may be able to simply modify your wiring rather than rewire your entire home.

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