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June 26, 2024
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The History of Aluminum Wiring in Ontario

Aluminum wiring was introduced as a cost-effective alternative to copper wiring during the mid-20th century.…

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January 21, 2021
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The Basics of GFCI Outlets [video]

https://youtu.be/VyZY-UpSMuU Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) outlets are inexpensive and can be life saving. Learn…

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The True Story Behind Aluminum Wiring – Part One

Aluminum wiring in homes has an interesting and controversial history. We’ve had lots of clients…

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The True Story Behind Aluminum Wiring – Part Two

In Part One, we took a look at the difference between copper and aluminum wiring, the…

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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI)

The outlets with the colored “Test” and “Reset” buttons are specially designed to better protect…

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60 Amp Services and Limited Distribution Systems

The Insurance Industry Has Missed The Mark A few months ago, we wrote an article…

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Knob and Tube Wiring & Home Owner’s Insurance

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