Why You Shouldn’t DIY Installing New Lights Or Receptacles
Many homeowners are tempted to handle most of their home repairs by themselves to save money. While there are several home repairs or renovation jobs you can DIY, electrical repairs or installations are not included in that list. If you go the DIY route, you run the risk of turning what would have been a small problem into a very costly one. In addition to risking costly damage control, you also risk your safety and the safety of your household by tampering with electrical work.
There is a lot that could go wrong when attempting to install new lights or receptacles yourself. From damage to the fixture and your wiring to short circuits and electrical fires, the list of challenges is long and frightening. To give you an idea of how doing your own electrical work could go sideways, Sudimel Electric Ltd has listed a few reasons why you shouldn’t DIY installing new lights or receptacles.
1. You could create safety hazards
One of the most important reasons to consider having a professional wire your new lights or receptacles is to ensure that everyone in your household stays safe during the installation and afterwards as well. Even if you understand the directions, there is always a chance of electrocution, as you may not know the safety procedures. If you accidentally wire your lights incorrectly, you could create a potential fire hazard. In fact, any electrical work that happens to deviate from the Canadian Electrical Code could present a serious fire hazard.
2. You could risk making a small job an expensive problem
If you DIY electrical installations, you run the chance of inadvertently damaging or tampering wirings within the building, resulting in loss of power to other circuits or devices. Fixing the problem you created could be difficult to troubleshoot, which may translate to expensive service calls. Completing any electrical work without the professional knowledge of a licensed journeyman electrician could result in costs higher than initially anticipated.
Do things right - Hire a professional
Every electrical job, big or small, needs an electrical permit from the utility or governing body. Journeyman electricians have an interprovincial red seal certification, expansive knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), training in the electrical field and knowledge of how the permitting process works. These professionals can provide a safe and reliable installation that will last for years. As licensed and bonded contractors, they will also provide you with insight, tips, and tricks that can be used to keep your lights and receptacles in optimal working condition throughout the years. They will even show you proper maintenance techniques and provide you with the necessary knowledge to understand how it works and how to inspect it for any damage or safety issues in the future.
As a leading electrical contracting company in Regina, SK, we offer the best electrical services for your needs. Our current rates for regular business hour small projects are $140 per hour and $78 per hour for regularly scheduled service calls. We offer free estimates for larger projects. When you pay to have your new lights or receptacles installed, you can expect the job to be done in a fraction of the time that you would take. You can also expect safety during and long after the installation is completed.
At Sudimel Electric Ltd, we currently employ master electricians, journeyman electricians, an electronic technician, a PLC technician, a generator technician, a thermal imaging technician, and electrical apprentices to service a broad range of requirements. That way, you know your job will be done quickly and safely. If you are looking for an electrical contractor in Regina, SK, reach out to us at Sudimel Electric Ltd. We are C.O.R certified (Certificate Of Recognition) through the Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association, ISNet world safety certified through ISNet, and we are a member of the Better Business Bureau of Saskatchewan.
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