Electrical contractors Sarnia ON
Thank you for stopping by our website. Feel free to peruse through the service pages to see what we offer. If you’re looking for professional and affordable electricians in Sarnia to provide residential or commercial electrical services and repairs, you’ve come to the right place. With years of schooling and thousands of hours of apprenticeship, certifications and exams, our licensed electricians are the most skilled and capable in their industry.
Here are some of the services we provide:
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Lighting services:
From the chandelier installation in a hard-to-reach area of the home to the popular pot light installation, we install and repair all types of light fixtures and switches. We specialize in residential lighting including kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, basements, home theatre and landscape lighting, as well as commercial lighting. We know what amount of light intensity is right for each room, the best placement of light fixtures and what types of lights work best together in your dwelling.
We are fans of LED light bulbs because that’s no longer the bulb of the future, it’s the bulb of choice of the present. LED lights last many years, emit and consume less energy resulting in long-term cost savings and less waste. Saving money and doing something good for the environment? Sounds like a no-brainer choice to us! LED lights are versatile in that they work well with the interior of the home or office as well as outdoors.
From the chandelier installation in a hard-to-reach area of the home to the popular pot light installation, we install and repair all types of light fixtures and switches. We specialize in residential lighting including kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, basements, home theatre and landscape lighting, as well as commercial lighting. We know what amount of light intensity is right for each room, the best placement of light fixtures and what types of lights work best together in your dwelling.
We are fans of LED light bulbs because that’s no longer the bulb of the future, it’s the bulb of choice of the present. LED lights last many years, emit and consume less energy resulting in long-term cost savings and less waste. Saving money and doing something good for the environment? Sounds like a no-brainer choice to us! LED lights are versatile in that they work well with the interior of the home or office as well as outdoors.
Electrical Panel Upgrade:
Some older homes either still have the outdated fuse box or a low amp electrical panel box. Unfortunately in today’s modern world with modern appliances, the old fuse box or service panel may not be able to handle the load. This risks your breaker constantly tripping, which causes a huge headache for all residents. It’s wise to invest in an electrical panel upgrade. In a typical home, particularly ones that have secondary suites, upgrading to a 200 amp panel should suffice to provide enough power without the breaker tripping. Even without an in-law suite, with typical large power-demanding appliances like the washer and dryer, dishwasher, furnace, hot water heater, and definitely if you add a not so common appliance like hot tub, then you’d be better off investing in an electrical panel upgrade. Feel free to contact our Sarnia electricians to perform some diagnostic tests and to assess if an electrical panel upgrade is warranted.
Electrical Wiring:
In older homes, you may also come across outdated wiring systems. If your house was built in the late 19th century to the first half of the 20th century, then you might have knob and tube wiring. From the 1960s to the late 1970s, there may be aluminum wiring in place. For both these wiring systems, particularly the knob and tube wiring, there’s an inherent fire hazard. Contact us to discuss what’s involved in knob and tube wiring replacement or aluminum wiring replacement and we can take care of the rest.
Whole House Surge Protection:
Most of us have heard of surge protection via outlets or power bars. Well, whole house surge protection adds another layer of protection, particularly if you high power-demanding equipment or devices sensitive to damage from power surges. Speak to us and we’ll educate you on the benefits and limitations of whole house surge protection.
Most of us have heard of surge protection via outlets or power bars. Well, whole house surge protection adds another layer of protection, particularly if you high power-demanding equipment or devices sensitive to damage from power surges. Speak to us and we’ll educate you on the benefits and limitations of whole house surge protection.
Electrical Appliance Wiring:
Certain appliances are more involved than simply plugging in and voila, the appliance is good to go. If the proper electrical circuits aren’t in place, your local electricians in Sarnia will assess what is needed for proper functioning and install the appropriate outlets and circuits. Appliances such as the dishwasher, electric washer and dryer, and even a hot tub installation would require a specialized licensed electrical contractor to wire them properly.
Electrical Appliance Wiring:
Certain appliances are more involved than simply plugging in and voila, the appliance is good to go. If the proper electrical circuits aren’t in place, your local electricians in Sarnia will assess what is needed for proper functioning and install the appropriate outlets and circuits. Appliances such as the dishwasher, electric washer and dryer, and even a hot tub installation would require a specialized licensed electrical contractor to wire them properly.
Now that we’ve touched on a few of the services our licensed electricians in Sarnia provide, let’s talk about what to look for in an electrician.
- Must be licensed and insured - you’ll want a licensed electrical contractor to perform the electrical services because the ones who are not licensed may not be accountable to their errors should they me made, and there would be no safeguards to ensure that they rectify any mistakes made. Insurance provides another layer of guarantee so that if any incidental damage is made to your home or business as a result of the contractor's work, then the homeowner or business owner would not ultimately be responsible for the cost to fix it.
- Experience - now, this doesn’t mean that a journeyman electrician fresh off an apprenticeship is not capable of handling most if not all residential and/or commercial electrical work. However, their lack of years on the field should be reflected in their fees. A customer’s comfort with an experienced electrician, however, can be purely subjective rather than evidence-based. Having said that, no one would fault you for selecting an experienced master electrician for your project, especially if it is a complex one. It would also be wise to ask your electrician about their past experience in the electrical service you’re looking for.
- Honest, reliable and with good communication skills - you need to find an electrician who is upfront with the work involved and associated costs, someone who shows up on time for appointments, and someone who keeps the lines of communication option so you’re not left in the dark.
Did you know?
If you need the services of a residential or commercial electrician, it's not enough to call up any contractor, licensed or not. They must be an ESA/ECRA certified electrician that works under a licensed electrical contracting company. If in doubt, ask for their ESA/ECRA license #. Fortunately, Electrician Sarnia fits this bill and is ready to provide all your residential and commercial electrical service needs.
Our preferred electric Sarnia company has the best electricians Sarnia residents are looking for. Licensed and insured, with years of experience under our belts, our electrical contractors in Sarnia have integrity, good time management skills and are detail-oriented almost to a fault. They bring professionalism and great communication with every encounter. We are proud to serve Sarnia, a city of over 70,000 residents and rich in culture, attractions and history. Call us today to describe your electrical needs and we’ll provide you with a free no-obligation quote. We are confident you’ll be happy with our services.
See what others had to say about us:
We were in desperate need of an electrical panel upgrade. I'm embarrassed to admit it was never changed since we moved in, but it was time to upgrade. Great job by the licensed electrician ... he was reliable and trustworthy.
Christine W.
Thank you to the electrician who helped us with all our electrical wiring issues. We had constant flickering lights and our entire basement power was out. He took the time to assess, diagnose and fix the problem while keeping us in the loop on what was going on. That's rare to see!
- Penelope M.
We'd like to thank the electrician for installing all our lights. We needed potlights and a high ceiling chandelier installation, so we really appreciated the advice and the job done by our electrician.
- Mel R.
Frequently asked questions:
Can a handyman or general contractor do electrical work?
According to the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) in Ontario, it is unlawful for anyone other than a licensed electrical contractor to perform electrical services in anyone's home or business. This is to ensure that any wiring, installations, replacements, modifications are done properly and safely according to current code.
when to replace an electrical panel?
If your current electrical panel is an older fuse box or your property is over 25 years old, it is likely time to look into an electrical panel upgrade. Other reasons to consider an electrical panel replacement include the addition of large power-guzzling appliances, a recent renovation or home addition that now renders the property more power demanding, or frequent short circuits and need for multiple power strips.
why are my lights flickering?
The reasons behind flickering lights could be as simple as a loose electrical connection (check the bulb to make sure it's screwed on properly and make sure to replace old bulbs), or as involved as overworked circuits and an outdated electrical panel. You can do a quick visual check to make sure the switch or wiring aren't damaged. If you're not comfortable performing your own diagnostics, it would be wise to contact your local electrician to do a thorough analysis on the issue and provide a solution.
do i need an esa inspection?
When major electrical work to your property has been done, especially those that required a building permit from the City of Sarnia, you will have to arrange for an ESA inspection to ensure all work has been followed according to the Ontario Electrical Safety Code. It's important to note that the inspection must be arranged after any electrical installation but before it is concealed (drywall put up). Permits and inspections protect you and your family in more ways than one - it ensures the finished product is deemed "safe". Failing to obtain a permit endangers the residents and increases the risk you'll need to tear down the work and redo it, which essentially doubles the cost.
is aluminum wiring dangerous?
Aluminum wiring itself is not inherently dangerous, but it can be more problematic than copper wiring if it is not installed and maintained properly. Aluminum wiring was commonly used in homes built between the mid-1960s and mid-1970s as a cost-effective alternative to copper and there are a fair amount of homes and buildings in Sarnia that were built in these decades. However, it was found that aluminum wiring was more likely to cause electrical fires due to several risk factors:
If you have aluminum wiring in your home, it's important to have it inspected by a licensed electrician to ensure that it is safe and up to code. You may need to replace the aluminum wiring with copper wiring or use special connectors designed for use with aluminum wiring. However, a complete aluminum wiring replacement is better in the long run.
- Oxidation - aluminum wiring can corrode creating resistance and overheating in the electrical circuit, creating a fire hazard.
- Thermal expansion - aluminum wiring expands and contracts to higher degree than copper wiring, leading to looser connections, overheating and again, creating a fire hazard.
- Outdated - modern electrical devices, outlets and appliances are designed with copper wiring in mind. Using them with aluminum wiring can lead to complications, overheating and, you guessed it, a fire hazard.
If you have aluminum wiring in your home, it's important to have it inspected by a licensed electrician to ensure that it is safe and up to code. You may need to replace the aluminum wiring with copper wiring or use special connectors designed for use with aluminum wiring. However, a complete aluminum wiring replacement is better in the long run.
