TCA Honoured at HAVAN Awards for Project with Sitka Construction We work hard to be the best electrician in Vancouver here at TCA Electric. Throughout every project, we strive for precision, quality, and unmatched customer service. So when we’re awarded for a project we were involved in, it makes all that hard work feel that […]

FLO vs. ChargePoint: Which Is the Right EV Charger for You?
If you’re a Tesla owner, your charging decision is pretty easy: Tesla has its own line of home chargers and an exclusive charging network for their owners to use. For all other electric vehicle owners, however, there are many options available for home charging. FLO and ChargePoint, the two biggest players in terms of North […]

Why Upgrade an Electric Meter and Panel to 200-Amp Service?
If you’re like most homeowners, chances are you don’t think about your electrical service too often. After all, when your home is running well below your service capacity, your breaker won’t be tripping often, if ever. But as more and more appliances and devices draw on power in your house, you might begin wondering if […]

In Need of a Tesla Home Charger?
Electric vehicles are growing in popularity with each passing year. According to the Toronto Star, Canadians purchased more electric vehicles in 2019 and 2020 than in the preceding eight years combined. Meanwhile, while many automakers saw declines in sales, Tesla reached nearly 1 million units sold in 2021—and the Model 3 was the fifth-best-selling vehicle […]

Project Spotlight: Home Renovation with Sitka Construction
See how TCA helped Sitka Construction with a home renovation! As the leading electrician serving Vancouver’s North Shore, TCA has worked on many major renovation projects, lending the electrical expertise necessary to revitalize many spaces. We felt one of our recent renovation efforts would be perfect for our Project Spotlights blog series—so that’s exactly what […]

Why Matter Will Matter in 2022
Get ready for Matter, a new device that will change the smart tech landscape in 2022 Smart home technologies are made for convenience. Homeowners love being able to turn lights on and off with a voice command, lock their doors from a smartphone app, or reap passive savings from smart thermostats. Electricians design smart home […]

Key Considerations When Planning for a Vancouver Home Renovation
Now is a great time to renovate! As the holidays approach and 2021 winds to a close, many Vancouver homeowners are considering a home renovation to revitalize their living space. And now is certainly a great time to complete a renovation project! A renovation can bring your home into the future and help make your […]

When to Consider an Electrical Panel Replacement
There are several warning signs and situations where an electrical panel replacement makes sense. When it comes to home improvements, an electrical panel replacement may be the last thing you think about. But the truth is that your electrical panel is an ideal place to start when upgrading your home! Your electrical panel provides a […]

Team Spotlight: Warren, Residential Project Manager
In today’s Team Spotlight, meet Warren, Residential Project Manager at TCA Electric! Our dedicated team of professionals has made TCA Electric the leading commercial and residential electrician in Vancouver. As a thanks for their invaluable contributions to the success of our company, we’ve started the Team Spotlights blog series to highlight the people that make […]

Project Spotlight: Nelson Street
When you spend enough time working as an electrician, you learn that no two projects are exactly alike. No matter how simple a job may seem on the surface, there will always be extra wrinkles making things unique—and that’s part of why we love our work so much here at TCA Electric! In today’s project […]