As winter approaches and the temperatures start to drop, birds fly south, large animals hole up to hibernate, and smaller animals look for warm cozy places to escape the weather. Occasionally homeowners find themselves playing host to small furry guests. These uninvited guests have chosen to ride out the winter in the attic or walls of their home.
Rodent damage to electrical wiring becomes a real problem that can affect any home, in any neighbourhood. Rats, mice and squirrels find the insulation material on electrical wiring very tasty. Rodents will even strip wiring right down to the bare conductor. This leaves exposed energized wiring inside attics and walls, thereby greatly increasing the risk of a house fire.
This fall, take the time to look for and seal up potential access holes round the home. If you suspect you have an intruder, evict them quickly and permanently, then check for damage to electrical wiring. Depending on the extent of the damage, wiring repair or replacement should be done by an electrician as soon as possible.
Often, we receive calls from clients who require outdoor electrical work that is too high for even our tallest ladders. To accommodate these projects our Blue Crest Team uses a scissor lift to get to high, out of reach positions. Scissor lifts are often essential for commercial projects or residential upgrades where a hydro pole... READ MORE
Having an exhaust fan in your bathroom is important to the humidity control and air quality of your home. Not only does it remove the bad odors, but it also eliminates the moisture in the air that can damage the walls and cause mold to grow. Having an experienced and licensed electrician replace or install... READ MORE
