The average cost of installing solar for a grid-tied solar system in BC is between $2.50-$3.50/watt. The smallest common size solar system most homeowners install is 5,000 watts. The average size of solar systems for most provinces is 7,000 watts. Ground-mounted vs. rooftop solar panels Other factors that should be considered when selecting your solar […]
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As solar panels get more affordable and the overall cost of a solar installation comes down more and more homeowners are wondering if it is worth installing solar panels. The simple answer is yes, installing solar panels and creating renewable energy that can lower your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint are all reasons
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Many homeowners wonder if it is worth getting solar for their homes. Solar has been getting more affordable and improvements are making solar look like a better investment every day. Here is a list of the top 3 advantages and disadvantages of solar. Advantages Solar power is produced anytime there is light and a system
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Electricians can work on everything from lumber mills to your home electrical and everything in between. Some electrical companies do all of that stuff and some specialize but we focus on residential (your home) electrical. So when it comes to hiring an electrician for your home, here are the most common things electricians can do.
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Choosing an electrical company to come to work on your home can be confusing. The lack of consistency in price from company to company and no clear industry standard on customer service and quality of work make it hard for a homeowner to understand what the difference is between a good electrical company vs a
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The average cost for getting an EV Charger installed in your home in 2022 is between $1,600-$9,000. The factors that affect the cost of installation are; model of EV charger, length of wiring installation, electrical panel capacity, and permits. Model of EV Charger $550-$1300 Length of wiring installation $150-$1200 Electrical system upgrades (electrical capacity) $0-$6000
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The short answer is yes, in B.C. all electrical work done in your home needs to be done with an electrical permit from Technical Safety BC. What is an electrical permit? An electrical permit is a document and inspection that goes along with the electrical work being done in your home. It ensures that the
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Getting a new spa or hot tub for your house is an exciting addition. Sitting out in the backyard in a nice warm hot tub is a great way to spend an evening. Your new spa will need to be powered from your home and the home electrical part of your spa will be determined
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Sudden and unexpected circuit breaker tripping in your home can be unsettling. And when that circuit breaker trips most of our customers find themselves wondering why it happened, how to reset the breaker, and if its safe or not. Here is a helpful little guide on circuit breakers and why they trip so you can
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What’s the difference between a panel and a service upgrade? We get this question all the time. Here’s a little article on the differences and why you would choose either of them. What is a “Panel”? Also referred to as the loadcenter, breaker box, fuse box, electrical panel, the electrical panel in your house is
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