Even if you have an openable window in your bathroom, that window is no substitute for a robust exhaust fan. Every bathroom or toilet area should have an exhaust fan. Not only will it ventilate smelly air (allowing fresh air to enter the bathroom) it also exhausts the humid air that builds up after showers or baths, allowing dryer air to enter the bathroom.

Without the smooth flow of proper ventilation provided by an efficient exhaust fan, problems will arise over time. These problems are unsightly, smelly, unhealthy and potentially costly. They include:

• Condensation or staining on walls or ceilings
• Visible mould damage and staining on walls, floor and ceiling
• Mould between ceramic tiles
• Damage and loosening of floor and ceramic wall tiles
• Damaged drywall
• Peeling paint or wallpaper
• Rotting window sills
• Musty smells

AJ’s Electrical will professionally install a new exhaust fan in your bathroom to eliminate the above problems– quietly and efficiently. Contact us today.

Is it time to upgrade your home’s electrical system?

Do you find that your circuit breakers trip frequently, your lights dim when you turn on an appliance, or that you need to use extension cords or outlet adapters? Are outlets hot to the touch? You may be in need of an upgrade. Make your life easier by increasing your home’s capacity to run all your home’s appliances and devices. More importantly, make your home safer by preventing electrical shocks and fires.

Your home may need additional circuits to distribute the power to your rooms and appliances. It may also need new electrical outlets and the replacement of old receptacles. However, if your current electrical usage is taxing the entire system, your home’s electrical systems may need a new “heart,” a breaker box or panel, to circulate more electricity more efficiently and safely throughout your home.

The number one reason for upgrades is safety. The Canadian Electrical Code itself is regularly upgraded for everyone’s safety. Each Canadian home is legally required to be compliant with it, in order to ensure maximum protection for every home dweller, whether an owner or renter.

At AJ’s Electrical, we know the rules and the reason they’re there. We inspect, install and repair to ensure they are met. For your safety as well as peace of mind, let the professionals AJ’s Electrical handle your home’s upgrades. Call us, email us or fill out our online contact form.

An electrical system that functions properly is an essential feature of a safe and healthy home. Our Electrician can identify common flaws and can protect against fire and electrical shocks by checking electrical wiring & outlets.

There are a number of problems the faulty wiring can cause, including outlet issues, such as outlets that are completely dead or only one half of the outlet works.

Are you having issues with lights? This might mean you have wiring issues, indicated by:

• light bulbs are burning out at a high rate. It may be bulbs are simply poor quality. But it may mean something potentially dangerous– like may be loose, arcing connections in the socket or in the wiring of the circuit.
• flickering or blinking lights
• lights that get extra bright while others run dim. Bulbs may pop and electronic appliances give up the ghost too soon

Tripping-Breaker Issues

If a circuit breaker or outlet has tripped off and won’t reset, it’s not necessarily the fault of breaker. It is probably responding to an issue on the circuit it is protecting.
The above issues do more than just create ongoing expense. They are potentially dangerous. They can also pose repair hazards for the do-it-yourselfer.

Electrical circuit issues are much more complicated and risky than replacing a light switch or installing a ceiling fan. Think “safety first” and trust the experts at AJ’s.

A detailed home electrical Inspection should be done before you buy a home– not just for your safety but also for potential ongoing cost savings the peace of mind that comes with it.

An inspection done by the professional electricians at AJ’s Electrical will ensure that all legal and safety standards are being met. We’ll not only do a thorough inspection, but also provide a detailed report that highlights any areas in need of immediate attention.

Issues we look for include:

• Electrical components that may have deteriorated over time
• Outdated aluminum wiring
• Mistakes made by previous contractors and DIY homeowners
• Smoke detector malfunction

We’ll also inspect for improper installation, renovation, or deterioration of electrical components that can create dangerous arcing* which generates extremely high heat. This is sometimes present in electrical switches, electrical circuit breakers, and other electrical contact points. Some studies estimate that arcing problems are the cause of 50 to 75 percent of house fires.

In addition to detecting and prioritizing any safety issues that could cause shock or electrocution or lead to fires, we’ll make recommendations that can also help cut your hydro costs. Your electrical inspection may also result in help lower insurance premiums

As well as safety, peace of mind, and potential monthly savings on hydro, booking an electrical inspection may also help lower your insurance premiums.

You can email us or fill out our online contact form to learn more.

*Arcing is an electric current that is brief, strong and highly luminous.