The revolution in electric vehicles (EVs) has been gathering speed as more EVs go on sale and more vehicle makers shift to all EV models. EVs also offer incentives including better safety ratings and a wide array of base model features. With so much to choose from, how do you make the right choice? Aside [...]
Alberta has a fossil fuel dominant electricity grid but overall, Alberta’s electricity comes from a variety of multiple sources including solar, natural gas, wind, and hydroelectric. Even with a grid largely powered largely by fossil fuels, electric vehicles (EVs) do produce less greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than gas-powered cars. There is no argument to be [...]
The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) predicted earlier this year that thousands of electric vehicles (EVs) could hit the streets and highways in Alberta during the course of next two decades as more people switch from gas to battery-powered vehicles and more car makers switch to all-electric vehicles lineups. AESO manages and operates the province's [...]
One of the overriding concerns for those considering purchasing an EV is range anxiety, or the fear they will run out of electricity halfway and be stuck. The majority of EVs can travel from 200-400 km on a single charge which is way more than it seems. Here are a number of reasons why you [...]
Aluminum Wiring in Calgary and its Dangers The technologies used to create safe and affordable wiring solutions have changed considerably over the years when it comes to wiring. Of course, this change has been seen across many different aspects of electrical work, but the dangers posed by old wiring systems can be notable. One such [...]
Aluminum wiring can be termed to be a type of electrical wiring for residential houses that uses aluminum electrical conductors. It provides better conductivity to weight ratio than copper. Aluminum is also used for wiring power grids, including overhead power transmission lines and native power distribution lines. At Panel Upgrade Expert, we have employed the [...]
Electric vehicles reduce environmental degradation and help you save money on gas. One of the questions that drive curiosity among non-tesla car owners is how and where to charge their electric cars. Tesla Inc. recommends that you reach out to trained electricians if you want to install a wall connector near your parking space for [...]
Can I Move My Electricity Meter? Yes, you can. Electrical meter moves are a hard task, not just any electrician can execute. You need to hire the services of a trained professional if you don’t want to disrupt the electrical system in your Calgary home. What Is An Electrical Meter? The device that reads the [...]
Solar panels make use of solar energy which is gotten from the sun’s radiation and it can be converted into electricity. It exists freely and due to advancement in technology, it can be harnessed in ways we never thought. Did you know solar power systems derive pure and clean energy from the sun? Installing solar [...]
The cost of upgrading an electrical panel can vary due to multiple factors. One of the main factors that determine the cost to upgrade an old panel is the age of the home and the condition of the electric system. Some older homes where ungrounded wires are present need additional protection in the form of [...]
