by Sherri Morrison | Aug 3, 2018 | LED Technology
We love LED strip lighting for the many creative applications it can be used in in both residential and commercial settings. Thanks to an ultra slim profile, LED strip lighting can be mounted out of sight under cabinetry, floating vanities, railings and stair...
by Sherri Morrison | Jun 8, 2018 | Safety
Here at Comox Valley Electric, our belief is that investing in safety means investing in people. While we’re proud of our company’s clean safety record we’re not satisfied unless we’re aiming for the highest possible safety...
by Sherri Morrison | May 2, 2018 | Electrical Fire Prevention, Service Work
To illustrate the potential dangers of using extension cords, we wanted to share a recent service call experience. In April, we were called to investigate a burned out receptacle for a young family in Courtenay. The homeowners had been charging an electric...
by Sherri Morrison | Apr 7, 2018 | Credentials, New Construction Electrical, Renovation Electrical, Service Work
We are very pleased to announce we are now a Better Business Bureau Accredited Electrical Contractor! According to the Better Business Bureau, “BBB Accreditation signifies trust and integrity, and an unwavering commitment to consumers”. As business...
by Sherri Morrison | Mar 9, 2018 | Commercial and Business, Energy Efficiency, Energy Rebates and Incentives, LED Technology, lighting
If you’re not sure how much you could save by upgrading to LED technology, take a look at one of our commercial client’s power usage graphs. Just one month after they upgraded their exterior metal halide light fixtures, they are already seeing huge...
by Sherri Morrison | Feb 3, 2018 | Circuit Breakers, Commercial and Business, Electrical Fire Prevention, Electrical panel, Service Work, Testing, Uncategorized
Each week we receive several calls from homeowners experiencing problems with a circuit breaker tripping. It’s wise to have a licensed electrician check your panel to rule out a serious problem because this can be an indicator of an overloaded circuit or...
by Sherri Morrison | Feb 2, 2018 | Commercial and Business, Energy Efficiency, Energy Rebates and Incentives, LED Technology, lighting, Lutron, Retail, smart lighting
Is your business struggling with the high cost of electricity? Do you want to lower your company’s energy bills but are confused about which upgrades will bring optimal results? You’re not alone! Follow our step by step guide to lowering your power...
by Sherri Morrison | Jan 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
We’re in the middle of completing the electrical work on a beautiful show home for the highly sought-after team at Candor Developments up in Courtenay’s newest subdivision, The Ridge. A valuable addition to the team of builders in The Ridge,...
by Sherri Morrison | Dec 27, 2017 | receptacles, Renovation Electrical, Uncategorized
A common request electricians receive from homeowners is to install appliance power feeds. While some appliances plug directly into a standard wall receptacle, most appliances require dedicated power feeds and specialty outlets. Whether you are simply updating your...
by Sherri Morrison | Dec 16, 2017 | New Construction Electrical
Do you have electrical repairs to complete or are you building or renovating a house this year? Hiring reliable, experienced trades is an important task and none is more important than hiring a qualified, licensed, residential electrician. Faulty wiring is one of...
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