Electrical Contractor Services Peterborough ON
We provide highly skilled licensed electricians in Peterborough to service all your home or business’s electrical needs. Below you’ll find some commonly asked questions, as well as a sampling of the electrical services we provide.
What to look for when hiring an electrician: Traits and characteristics: reliable, honest, detail-oriented, great communication and time-management skills. Qualifications and other requirements:
Our electricians are the most skilled and highly sought after for their meticulous and reputable work. They have put in thousands of hours and training to become the best electricians in Peterborough. |
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How do I find a reliable electrician?
If referrals from family and friends are not possible, you can contact a few electrical contractors to ask them about their experience with the particular job you’re requesting. See how they respond, and be careful not to base your decision on the cheapest price. Sometimes, although not always, price is reflective of the electrical contractor’s experience. So use price as the final gauge. Fortunately, even though our electricians are experts in their field, if you’re looking for affordable electricians in Peterborough, look no further. With years of experience and reasonable prices, you’ll be in good hands with us.
If referrals from family and friends are not possible, you can contact a few electrical contractors to ask them about their experience with the particular job you’re requesting. See how they respond, and be careful not to base your decision on the cheapest price. Sometimes, although not always, price is reflective of the electrical contractor’s experience. So use price as the final gauge. Fortunately, even though our electricians are experts in their field, if you’re looking for affordable electricians in Peterborough, look no further. With years of experience and reasonable prices, you’ll be in good hands with us.
What questions should I ask an electrician?
- “Are you licensed and insured?” - asking an unlicensed electrical contractor is one of the riskiest decisions someone can make when dealing with electrical systems; mistakes are not only costly, but the worst case scenario mistakes can lead to electrocution or a significant fire risk. Always select an insured and licensed electrician.
- “How many years have you been an on-the-job electrician?” - a freshly certified journeyman electrician is knowledgeable and capable enough to handle many jobs, but with certain complex electrical projects such as a whole home remodel, you may feel more confident with an experienced master electrician
- “What is your experience with this particular job I’m requesting to be done?” - electricians are not all cut from the same cloth, and some are more experienced in certain types of electrical tasks. Asking this question is a good way to gauge how comfortable your electrician is with the job requested.
- “Are you able to provide one or two references?” - this one is not necessary for all projects, but for some home- and business owners who are blindly looking for an electrical contractor, this question is a reasonable one to ask, especially for larger or more complex projects
- “Do you have any warranties in case the equipment malfunctions?” - our electricians are extremely experienced and skilled, but we are human after all. For jobs that need reinforced servicing due to human error, we will gladly correct that. Do not hesitate to contact us if there are further concerns. We will do our best to address them in a fair and timely manner.
What electrical mistakes do homeowners commonly make?
Unless you have experience in the electrical contracting world, we highly advise you contact a professional licensed electrician to provide the vast majority of your residential and commercial electrical services. Here are some common mistakes made by the average homeowner that could create irreversible damage or a safety risk:
Unless you have experience in the electrical contracting world, we highly advise you contact a professional licensed electrician to provide the vast majority of your residential and commercial electrical services. Here are some common mistakes made by the average homeowner that could create irreversible damage or a safety risk:
- Forgetting to install a GFCI outlet: A ground fault circuit interrupter is a device that automatically shuts off power when it detects an imbalance in incoming and outgoing current, thereby reducing or preventing the risk of overheating or electrocution. They are particularly important in areas with high moisture such as bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, garages and patios to name a few.
- Failing to install a junction box: Electrical boxes contain the wiring connections and therefore protect them from damage caused by sparks or short circuits, which would not be contained if a junction box was not installed.
- Electrical wires cut too short: The general rule of thumb for cutting wires is to have a minimum of 3 extra inches from the junction box. If the wires are pulled too taut, there’s a risk of faulty connections.
- Leaving cables unprotected: Plastic sheathed cables, particularly ones that run over or under walls or ceiling frame, are more prone to damage. They are safer if covered in a metal conduit.
- Using the wrong size wire: Using the wrong size wire for the amount of amperage in a circuit can spell trouble. Each gauge wire has a different amp capacity, so this must be taken into consideration. A smaller gauge number corresponds to a larger amp capacity.
What services do you provide?
We service clients who are looking for residential electricians or commercial electricians. The list below is by no means an exhaustive list, but our services include:
...and much more!
We service clients who are looking for residential electricians or commercial electricians. The list below is by no means an exhaustive list, but our services include:
- Lighting services (including ceiling fan installations and bathroom exhaust fans, pot light installations and chandelier installations)
- Whole house surge protection
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Fuse panel replacements and repairs
- Electrical wiring replacement (including knob and tube wiring replacement, aluminum wiring replacement)
- Emergency electrical repairs
- Electrical inspections
- New appliance wiring (including hot tub installations, dishwasher/washer/dryer/other large appliance installs)
- GFCI installation
- Residential electrical services
- Commercial electrical services
...and much more!
As Peterborough electricians, we feel blessed to be serving a city as beautiful and diverse as Peterborough. The most recent census showed the population to be just over 81,000 and is a popular destination town for retirees. Here’s an interesting fact: Peterborough was the first city in Canada to use electric street lights back in the day, and therefore was dubbed “the electric city”. In recent years, the city has slowly shifted away from manufacturing and moved towards technology and service industries such as tourism. Some people also call this city the gateway to the Kawarthas or cottage country. We are excited to serve all your electrical needs and we are confident we are the only electricians Peterborough residents and business owners need. We are also happy to partner with our Kitchen Remodel San Diego and skylight repair Brooklyn NY friends across the border.
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