Residential
Electrical Services

Yes. In BC, most electrical work beyond a simple fixture swap requires a permit, and we handle that paperwork on your behalf. This keeps your home insurance valid and avoids issues down the road, since unpermitted work can surface during a home inspection when you sell.

For most residential jobs, yes — though we'll need to temporarily shut off power to the areas being serviced. For larger jobs like a full panel upgrade, expect the power to be off most of the day, so it's worth planning around anything needing continuous power. We’ll ensure clear communication throughout the job so you know what to expect.

For non-emergency work, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks ahead, especially during busier spring and fall renovation seasons. If you're coordinating a larger renovation, looping us in early lets us flag electrical considerations before drywall goes up, saving costly rework later. Emergency calls are handled as soon as possible.

Aluminum branch wiring from older homes can loosen at outlets and switches over time, which is a recognized fire risk if left unaddressed. The common fix is installing copper pigtail connections at each affected outlet and switch, letting you keep the existing wiring while eliminating the risky connection points. 

It's a much smaller project than a full rewire, and we can usually assess your panel and a sample of outlets in one visit to tell you whether it's needed.

We start by mapping out which areas you want highlighted — pathways, entryways, or garden features — and confirm there's enough capacity on your existing panel to support the new circuits. 

Outdoor fixtures also need weatherproof-rated wiring and connections to hold up through BC's wet winters, which is something a DIY install often misses. Most residential landscape lighting projects can be completed in a single visit.