Houses constructed before 1965 featured a 60-amp electrical overhead service. Canadian insurance companies have opted not to accept these services due to concerns about their adequacy in meeting today’s electrical demands, potentially posing a fire hazard. If you own a home built before 1965 and plan to sell it, there are critical considerations. Modern Realtors […]
Home insurance companies, over the last number of years, have decided that it would not be in their best interest to underwrite policies for 60-amp residential electrical services. If you find yourself in need of a 60-amp service upgrade for home insurance purposes, I have identified three available options for buyers of older homes when […]
The inspector found a problem, and I need a quote NOW… A home inspector has discovered a 60-amp service, and panic sets in. A quotation is urgently required, and negotiations are looming. If you’re a realtor looking for an electrical quote, don’t worry; we’ve introduced a new system called “Quick Quotes” that provides you with […]
In the province of Alberta, as per the Alberta Safety Codes Act and permit regulations, a residential electrical permit is mandatory for installing, altering, or adding to an electrical system. This implies that if you plan to construct a garage with electrical wiring, securing an electrical permit is essential. Additionally, it’s required if you develop […]
Finding a basement development completed without an electrical permit has become commonplace in our findings. Everything ranges from adding a basement bedroom to a full-blown complete development. Realtors and home inspectors are discovering that this problem is becoming very serious. This is due to Item 6.1 (g) of the Alberta Real Estate Association residential purchase […]
I’m about to share something that many contractors and business people might not want me to disclose, but I don’t care. We’ve all heard the saying “buyer beware.” When homeowners embark on a project, often, it involves work they may not be familiar with. Consequently, we usually seek the expertise of professionals to guide us […]
At the turn of the last century, when electricity was relatively new to Alberta, the initial 120-volt 30-amp overhead electrical services that traversed our yards from the pole in the back alley used to be protected by glass fuses. These early residential electrical services were sufficient for supplying lights and early appliances. As technology evolved […]
Considering a service upgrade for your residential house? Many homeowners are contemplating a 200 amp service, a popular choice for those undergoing service upgrades. However, it’s essential to be aware that Epcor, at times, refuses to provide 200 amp services due to concerns about their transformers becoming saturated. This can impact your decision-making process, especially […]
Car chargers and hot tubs today are a wonderful addition to anyone’s home. The only problem is, they add a considerable amount of demand on a residential electrical service. When adding such devices, it’s crucial to perform a calculation of the load they introduce. This calculation helps to understand the impact these devices might have. […]
But…there is nothing wrong with Aluminum wire Insurance companies today are asking that you have an inspection done of your home by a qualified electrician, especially if your house has aluminum wiring, and to provide a letter to the insurance company saying that the house is safe. Having a letter will not prevent fires in […]
