Outstanding Residential Electrical Services
Aluminum Wiring Replacement
If your home was built between the 1960’s and 1970’s and the electrical wiring hasn’t ever been changed, then you may have aluminum wiring. Aluminum wiring is safe to use as long as it is connected and terminated according to the electrical code. Moreover, aluminum wiring needs to be connected to a device that is approved for aluminum wiring. The Ontario Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has a detailed article on this topic and can be accessed by clicking here. Some insurance companies...
Knob & Tube Wiring Replacement
If you own a home that was built between 1900’s and 1940’s and the electrical hasn’t been completely redone, then, you may know about knob and tube wiring. This wiring method is no longer used and you may be surprised that some insurance companies will not insure homes or renew coverage with this type of wiring as it is considered high risk. You may even have to replace the complete wiring of your home to obtain coverage or to renew.In...
Service Capacity and Load Calculation
If you are looking to add a secondary suite or install large appliances into your home, such as EV Charger, hot tub, then, you could be in a situation where your current hydro service may not be able to support the additional demand. You could end up with situations where your breakers on your panel are regularly tripping or you se flickering of lights in your home etc. These are indications of your demand outstripping supply. Whenever we install additional appliances...
Interior and Exterior Lighting
Lights are no longer a functional item; they are a way of expressing ones creativity and personality. Moreover, LED lights have provided designers with the flexibility to get creative with their designs; they are no longer limited due to the constraints of incandescent and fluorescent lights.With a variety of design options available in the marketplace, homeowners are installing lights that make their home stand out; inside and out.No matter what type of light you are looking to install, inside or...
Single Unit to Duplex or Multiplex Conversions
A single unit is generally a singly family home and with the demand for housing on the rise, some property owners and real estate investors have started to convert a singly family home to a duplex or multiples (e.g., triplex) so that more than one family can reside in that building.When a single unit is converted to a duplex or multiplex, there are some key electrical related considerations that need to be factored in. A few of these include;Upgrade...
Hot Tub Electrical Installation
Who doesn’t enjoy relaxing in a hot tub after a hectic day or just to enjoy the evening with your significant other. Before you get into the water, you want to make sure that the electrical installation has been performed according to specifications and by a licensed electrician. Water and electricity don’t mix so you want the peace of mind of a proper installation.
Service and Panel Upgrade
Service and panel upgrade are generally only required when your current service capacity from the hydro company is unable to meet your existing or immediate future consumption needs. Usually happens when you add significant additional load like a pool, or a hot tub, or an EV Charger, or finish your basement that consumes a lot of power, or convert a single home to multiple dwelling units, etc. Generally, older homes come with 100 amp hydro capacity, though newer homes are...
Panel Replacement
Panel replacement involves replacing your current panel with a new one with the same capacity. Panel replacement does not involve upgrading service, though, if that is a better option, we will advise accordingly. There could be many reasons that would require you to replace your panel, some of them are listed below;Damaged Panel - If your current panel is damaged for any reason such as corrosion due to water, damaged bus bar, mishandling or any other reason, then, you...
Electrical Troubleshooting and Repair
When you encounter issues with your electrical wiring or devices such as flickering lights or smoking outlets, or the fuses or breakers on your panel are continually tripping, then, all you need to do is reach out to us and you can be rest assured that our team can handle all types of such common electrical issues.As part of our troubleshooting and diagnosis process, our licensed electricians analyze the circuit, its load and determine the cause of the issue. Isolating...
Panel and Meter Base Installation
There could be numerous reasons that require you to install panels and meter bases. Some of the common reasons are during a new home construction, or when your current panels and meter base is damaged, or if you are converting a single home to a duplex or a multiplex. In such cases, there may be a requirement to provide each unit its own meter and panel.If you think you need to install a panel or meter base, then, feel free...
Construction & Renovation
Whether you are looking to build a new home or residential building or renovate an existing unit, then, you need licensed electricians to safely install the electrical wiring devices and devices. At All Electrical, we have been working on construction and renovation projects since 2013 and we have the experience to ensure your projects are completed as per specification and on time. As part of our construction and renovation projects, We are well versed in the construction process of completing the rough-in and...
Generator Installation
Generators serve as a backup source of power when the electricity supply from your hydro goes down. These generators generally come handy outside urban areas where restoring power supply sometimes takes time. It is also a must for homes that needs 24/7 power and loss of power would cause significant disruption. There are generally 2 types of generators for home use that have been listed below; a. Gas Generator: These generators generate electricity based on gas. It can be connected to the...
EV Charging Installation for Home
Consumer preference for electrical vehicles (EV) have been rising over the past few years and sales have been increasing exponentially. Most electric vehicles are charged at home and as such, all EV owners need to install EV Charging equipment at home by licensed electricians. In addition, EV Chargers generally consume an additional 30 amp or 40 amp and as such, it increases the load on your electrical service from your hydro. Depending on your current usage and equipment you have...