House Fire Prevention
A plan for fire prevention in your home is essential for your peace of mind and safety. In as little as 30 seconds a fire can ignite....
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Electrical News
Keep up to date with the world of electricity. We’ll provide news updates, advice, and more. Check back regularly! If you want to request a quote from Blue Crest Electric Ltd., you can reach out to us today.
Why Do Breakers Trip?
A circuit breaker is a safety device designed to protect a circuit from being damaged when it is overloaded or when an electrical short...
3 Steps to Prepare for a Power Outage
As we move into autumn and winter, power outages will likely become a more common occurrence due to severe weather conditions. While some...
Warning Signs of Electrical Fires
We rely on electricity every day to power our devices, keep our home illuminated, and maintain a comfortable temperature. While...
Occupancy Sensors
Occupancy Sensor / Controlled Lighting An occupancy sensor is a motion detecting lighting control device that reacts to movement within...
When Should You Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?
Electrical panels are vital elements of every home and commercial building as they provide power for every device within the property. To...
Electrical Requirements for Air Conditioning Units
During the heat of summer, any home equipped with air conditioning is certainly envied by those without. Air conditioning removes the hot...
Sunshine Ceiling
The sunshine ceiling in the 1980's home is the shag carpets of the 1970's home. It dates the home to a specific decade. Sunshine ceilings...
What to Look for in a Professional Electrician
From in stalling a new electrical panel in your home to performing emergency electrical repairs for your business, there are many reasons...
Incandescent Light Bulb
It is a fact that the incandescent light bulb changed the world. Incandescent light bulbs were the first generation of light bulb to be...
How to Reduce Energy Costs for Your Home
From washers and dryers to heaters and light fixtures, there are many devices that consume power in your home. While energy costs are...
Home Protection Plan
At Blue Crest Electric our wonderful clients have the opportunity to become part of our Home Protection Plan. Why pay full price for...
What Does it Cost to Install New Light Fixtures?
If you are considering updating various light fixtures throughout your home, you have likely wondered what this project would cost. Since...
Direct & Alternating Current
Direct and Alternating Current are types of electrical current that we use to power our world. The type of electricity you are using may...
How to Install an Electric Car Charger in Your Home
As electrical vehicle sales continue to rise, many homeowners are looking to install a dedicated EV charger in their home. While this may...
Electrical Requirements for Hot Tubs
Hot Tub Electrical Requirements A hot tub is a tub of water that is heated by electricity. Its purpose is to provide relaxation and...
Electrical Requirements for a Microwave Hood Fan Combination Unit
A microwave hood fan combination unit is a microwave combined with a range hood fan. Like a conventional range hood fan, this duel...
Wiring - More Than Just Pretty Colours
While you may think that the colourful electrical wiring in your home is just the artistic expression of a creative electrician, you may...
FANS - No Air Conditioner? No Problem
If you don’t have the benefit of central air conditioning in your home, there are still several things you can do to keep your space...
Bonding
Covid-19 has resulted in a world-wide bonding crisis as people are required to isolate from each other in an effort to reduce the spread...
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