As drivers look to reduce their carbon footprint and dump the gas pump, Canadian roadways have seen increasing numbers of electric vehicles over the past several years. Even so, many drivers have found that relying on networks of charging stations to charge their electric vehicle isn’t always convenient. Here at TCA Electric, we’re often asked […]
Ask the Expert: Installing a Home FLO Charger
As electric vehicles continue to appear on roadways in Canada, home charging solutions are becoming much more popular. Meanwhile, the selection of available electric cars has greatly diversified, with manufacturers such as Nissan, Chevrolet, and Hyundai offering popular EV models that are incompatible with Tesla charging stations. Here at TCA Electric, EV charging options have […]
Project Spotlight: Tesla Gen3 EV Charger Installation
At TCA Electric, we take pride in the electrical work we’re able to do for our clients. That’s why we started our Project Spotlights blog series—to share some of our favourite electrical projects with our readers. But this is also a good space for us to share some of our latest service offerings. When it […]
Comparing Electricians: 5 Tips for Selecting the Right Pro for Your Job
If you have an electrical project you’re planning, or if you’ve suddenly found yourself in need of electrical repairs, finding the right electrician for the job can be tricky. Getting online and searching for an “electrician near me” is always a start, but with so many options out there, you’ll likely wind up with more […]
An Expert Guide to EV Charging Stations
With many Canadians well aware of the ongoing climate crisis, going green has become an increasingly important decision for property owners. Whether it’s building and furnishing with recycled materials or setting up a smart thermostat to audit energy use, there are more ways than ever for property owners to save energy and make sustainable choices. […]
Holiday Decorating Safety Tips
For most, the holidays are a favourite time of year, and that’s especially true of our team here at TCA Electric. But as professional electricians, we also know this can be a dangerous time ripe for injuries, as millions of ambitious decorators become amateur electricians for a few days. Hanging Christmas lights and other holiday […]
5 Safety Tips from Your Favourite North Shore Electrician
With so many devices, appliances, and other pieces of our daily life needing to be plugged in, it’s easy to take electricity for granted. But complacency mixes with electricity about as well as water does, so it’s important to stay aware and always follow safe electrical usage practices. As any North Shore electrician will tell […]
LED Lighting: The Simple Green Upgrade with a Big Impact
For green-minded Vancouver residents, LED lighting is one of the first and most impactful upgrades to make when it comes to reducing your carbon footprint. As any professional Vancouver electrician will tell you, LED lighting is versatile, durable, and efficient – and while they were once prohibitively expensive, LED fixtures are now more affordable than […]
Reduce Energy Waste with the BC Hydro Home Energy Monitor
As with the rest of the world, Vancouver faces an acute climate emergency, with drastic shifts in the region’s climate predicted within the coming decades. Still, while the situation may look bleak, many businesses are striving to help customers go green. In particular, TCA Electric and other Vancouver electricians offer numerous ways for residents to […]
Electrical Upgrades to Improve Your Property Value
As real estate markets heat up with more millennials looking to buy, now might seem like a good time to sell your home. But not every market is experiencing the same increase in list prices. For cooler markets like Vancouver, making the right improvements can do a lot to make your home appeal to potential […]