If you have already switched plans are now looking to step up your energy efficiency game, there are a few practical energy-saving tips we can share.
When you have decided to take the plunge and upgrade your home there are a number of areas that will improve your ROI and even increase your home’s value. With everything from new appliances, new walls, paint and fixtures there are many smaller projects that can be completed quickly that will have dramatic effects. If you are not sure where to start…
Do you need an electrician in Sherwood Park, AB. for an upcoming project? Are you wanting to do a renovation or upgrade your home or business? Wireworks Electrical Services Ltd. is a leading local electrical company in Sherwood Park looks forward to working with you …
Electrical requirements for any new garage development, renovations and additions, including detached structures , must comply with the current Canadian Electrical Code ( See Alberta Electrical Code ) which one must understand that the Code varies across the provinces. One must also take into consideration that…
Your electrical system is often overlooking during upgrades and renovations, despite the fact that this is the heart of your home. Without a healthy electrical system, you run the risk of overloading your circuits, causing an outage, or worse, a potential fire hazard that puts your family at risk
Wireworks Electrical Services Ltd. is locally owned and operated and provides Smart Thermostat Installation in Sherwood Park AB. Over the last few years, there have been many releases of smart thermostats that include innovative heat and AC devices that have emerged are all slight variations on the same energy-efficient, customization-focused theme. Each one does something a bit different in terms of features with apps ….
If you are gearing up for reno's this season and require electrical work, how does one start the process? With so many changes and updates to the electrical code you may wonder what to ask your electrician? What should you do prior to hiring your electrician to do your electrical work? Are they licensed for your community? Most municipalities and cities require the electrician to have a license to do work so they …..
Often Overlooked Upgrades During a Remodel or Renovation That’s it! You have decided that it’s now or never! We are going to complete a renovation project! While our intent is coming from the right place, more often or not we can get overwhelmed by the details. To prepare you for when this happens, keep in mind that there are common, and often overlooked upgrades during a remodel or renovation that one should consider to save …
There will be a few varying factors when considering building a home in an urban location versus a rural location. The 1st and most important thing to watch out for if you are on an acreage or rural location is water. Water for home use and the water drainage issue. If there is no water, for home use, then the cost of a well will be a factor. YOU NEED WATER. The second part of this to consider is the drainage. You can have the most beautiful well-constructed home and have problem after problem with water in the basement or flooding during wet years or heavy rainfall, including snow melt.
The second item to consider when building your home is that you will need to have good reputable contractors with a long history of work completed. Don’t be afraid to do inquiries on them. Check out their work first hand if possible, in fact, visit some of their finished work in person. Ask for references if necessary. Check them out the BBB. If there have been complaints filed, it will be there.
Anther factor to assess is the financial cost and affordability. With the interest rates and economic uncertainty one must do what one can afford. Job security and longevity is essential. It is a big commitment and it will determine your lifestyle. Building a home is planting your roots in a future and you are paying yourself in the end. You have equity and a future of more growth.
Location, location, Location! Your location is relative to where you work. The cost of property or lot to build upon needs to be evaluated. When comparing city living/suburban areas to an acreage or rural/farm, it may simply boil down to the best “bang for the buck”. If commuting is not a real issue for you to get to work, then the price may be based on that location.
Warranties on materials and labor are also important. The contractors need to prove that they will stand by their work and that everything meets code. Should there be issues, the timelines need to be clear on how long they will continue to provide follow up. Make sure they are credible. References do help here from past projects and sometimes you can tell by how they present themselves and how concerned they are with any issues that do arise - and there will always be hiccups or unforeseen issues that popup throughout the build process.
How your contractors deal with these 'things', no matter how small determines their integrity. If they listen and hear you, they are worth doing business with.
Contact us today at 780-289-1660 to discuss your options when building your new home. Our electrical experts are just a click away!
