We see CCTV cameras daily in our lives. From traffic cams, to in-store cameras at major retailers, to cameras at construction sites. There are a number of great reasons to install CCTV cameras at your place of employment. Here’s just a few: Monitor Workers and Visitors – Many of us have a business, but can’t be there all the time. Whether we’re off drumming up new work at a networking event or making sales calls, we need to leave the…
Fire alarms have saved countless lives both at home and work over the years. A fire alarm is the kind of thing you don’t want to ever have to use, but are grateful for it when you need it! Unfortunately, many people take these devices for granted and we see many outdated or unpowered alarms. Not caring for these devices can be a fatal mistake… This fall (and every spring and fall) you should do a checkup on these wonderful…
The nights are cooling down, which means Fall is on it’s way here in the Maritimes. Time to stock up on wood and oil if you burn fuel for heat, and to try and reduce your electrical consumption if you have electric heat. Below are some great tips to conserve energy this winter, no matter your heating equipment: Seal those leaks Upwards of 20% of your heat can escape via leaks around windows, doors and electrical outlets. When you seal…
With the summer heat upon us here in beautiful Nova Scotia, people are constantly looking for the best ways to cool down. Air Conditioning units are flying off the shelves, and many are looking into heat pumps for their dual-purpose advantages. But which is best for you? Check out the inforgraphic below and be sure to make an informed decision.
The Nova Scotia government is launching a new program this summer aimed to support SOLAR POWER! If you’ve been considering a solar system for your home – now is the time to start planning. Nova Scotia gets a lot of sun – especially in the summer months. South-facing solar panels can collect plenty of energy and either store it for later use, feed it back to the grid, or heat your air or water. Here are a few common solar…
One of the most popular home renovations nowadays is an energy efficient heat pump installation. These units can be much more efficient than oil, gas or electrical heating systems, and work wonderfully in our Maritime climate. People are flocking to install them – but buyer beware – when used improperly, or when the wrong unit is installed for the space required, they can be problematic. Always ensure a professional installs your unit, who has taken in to account all factors…
Now that the days are getting warmer, soom our kids will be outside tearing around the yard, woods, lakes, pools and beyond. Parents should share a few basic electrical safety tips with their children, to ensure a happy and safe summer. Here’s a basic checklist of things to cover with your kids. Summer Electrical Safetys Tip for Children Be aware of the power lines around you, and always assume the wires are live. Never, ever touch a power line. Not…
The evolution of lighting has taken another giant leap forward with the introduction of LED bulbs. This old technology has been made new and effective recently with advances in technology. You may notice even the city has been upgrading and replacing streetlights with new, modern LED lights – something they never did with CFLs. If you’re home is still running CFLs or even incandescent bulbs – you’re living in the past! An expensive, inefficient past at that. Now is the…
Spring is in the air, and with it comes spring cleaning and spring projects! Many of which require electricity. Perhaps you want to setup a woodshop in your shed, or put a power post in your yard to plug in that whipper snipper. Today we’ll discuss properly running electrical power to your shed, or to a power post in your yard using rigid conduit lines. So throw away that extension cord (that you’ve mowed over several times) – and let’s…
Well, it seems spring has finally sprung here in beautiful Nova Scotia! The snow is shifting to rain – and I even saw a handful of motorcycles out and about over the weekend. Now that the wet season is upon us, here’s a few tips to stay safe as you start digging out the weed wacker and other electrical gizmos. Keep electrical equipment and cords away from water – Avoid shock or electrocution by always keeping electricity and water as…
