LED Lighting Is the Perfect Addition to Many Indoor and Outdoor Spaces For many people interested in upgrading the look of their space, lighting is a reasonable first step. LED lighting is a flexible and versatile option that has become much more affordable over the years, enabling homeowners to customize their space with different colour […]
4 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Electrician for a Remodel
Remodeling Your Home? Here’s How to Vet Your Electrician If you’re looking to rejuvenate and transform your Vancouver home, a remodel of the electrical systems throughout your house may be in order. Whether it’s new appliances, decorative lighting, or smart technology—or a combination of all these and more!—a home remodel can go a long way […]
Project Spotlight: Wiring a Passive House Plus in Vancouver
TCA Helped Complete Vancouver’s First-Ever Passive House! For our Project Spotlights blog series, we love to highlight some of our favourite projects we’ve ever completed here at TCA Electric. A project may become a favourite for any number of reasons, but today’s project was certainly a unique challenge: providing all the rewiring and electrical work […]
Electrical Work Gone Wrong: Common Signs of Electrical Issues
Do You Know the Common Signs of Electrical Problems? Electrical work isn’t always done properly, and when part of your electrical system malfunctions as a result it may leave you scrambling to find “electrical repairs near me.” Unfortunately, here at TCA Electric we’ve been called in many times to complete electrical repairs after others have […]
Questions to Ask an Electrician Before an Electrical Panel Upgrade
Here’s What to Ask Before Scheduling This Service! Looking to upgrade your electrical panel? There are many questions to answer before any work can be done on your home’s electrical systems. In fact, asking the right questions can ensure you get the exact panel upgrade you need for your current needs, as well as for […]
Installing a Tesla Home Charging Station Is Easier Than You Think
When the first Tesla home charging stations hit the market, they were a major investment for many homeowners. As is typical with emergent technology, the devices tended to be expensive, while installation costs were also quite high. For those with older 100-amp electrical panels, these costs would be higher still, as the home’s panel would […]
FLO vs. ChargePoint: Which Is the Right EV Charger for You?
If you’re a Tesla owner, your charging decision is pretty easy: Tesla has its own line of home chargers and an exclusive charging network for their owners to use. For all other electric vehicle owners, however, there are many options available for home charging. FLO and ChargePoint, the two biggest players in terms of North […]
Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Electrician for an EV Charger Installation
Here Are the Key Questions to Ask Any Electrician About EV Installation Before scheduling an EV charger installation for your home, there’s a lot of information you’ll need first. No two homes are the same, and on top of that every EV driver has different needs and wants when it comes to EV charging capabilities […]
Uninsurable Electrical Panels: Is It Time for a Panel Upgrade?
Some electrical panels may not be covered by insurance. Here’s what you should know! There are many reasons why a homeowner may want to upgrade their electrical panel. In some cases, they’re hoping to upgrade their home’s service to allow for new electrical devices or appliances. In other cases, however, upgrading an electrical panel is […]
Electrical Upgrades for Your 2022 Kitchen Remodel
Here are some of the most exciting kitchen upgrades for 2022 With a new year comes the time for a fresh start—and what better way to make your home fresh than with a kitchen remodel! Many folks look to upgrade their homes as the calendar turns over, and in 2022 there are more ways than […]