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Replacing Outdated Fuse Panels

By Powertec Electric on November 20, 2020

Most of us take it for granted, but it’s nothing short of amazing that when we plug in appliances, they’re instantly fuelled by electricity. Yet we hardly give it a second thought. Take the fuse panel in your home, for example. Have you ever wondered what powers all your electronics, from your entertainment system to […]

Old House Wiring, Inspection, and Repair

By Powertec Electric on October 21, 2020

Character homes come with many advantages: they’re affordable, unique, and historic. But older houses have other problems, like outdated wiring. 100 years ago, power demands for the average household were very different; they didn’t have computers, TVs, and power bars like we do now. To live a technology-driven lifestyle in a historic home, adjustments need […]

Which Grade Of Electrical Outlets Do I Need?

By Powertec Electric on September 21, 2020

Think of all the appliances in your home that rely on electricity. There might be too many to count: the fridge, oven, work computer, television... the list goes on. But one thing remains the same, and it’s that you need a reliable source of power for all your electronics. When people upgrade their homes, they […]

Top 3 Commercial Lighting Trends for 2020

By Powertec Electric on August 17, 2020

In 2020, the world has seen a lot of change - and to a lesser degree, lighting choices in commercial buildings have also shifted in direction. The biggest trends for this year involve going green and having more control over illumination options. More commercial industries are making the switch from incandescent or fluorescent bulbs to […]

What To Do When You Don’t Have Enough Outlets?

By Powertec Electric on July 13, 2020

What’s more annoying than buying a shiny new device, only to realize that your home lacks an outlet to power it up? In our technology-driven world, it can be difficult to find enough sources to power all of your gadgets - especially if you live in an older home. Overloaded outlets pose safety concerns, so […]

How Many Amps Should An Apartment Have?

By Powertec Electric on June 16, 2020

Are you running out of power in your apartment? Have you ever done a load of laundry and blown the breaker? You might be exceeding the allotted amps in your suite. Short for ampere, amps are units that measure electric current. When too much power is drawn, the breaker shuts off to prevent the wires […]

Electrical Safety Advice For Kids And Their Parents

By Powertec Electric on May 21, 2020

Before their children ever come home from the hospital, most parents are already trying to take every precaution to shield them from harm. They go through their homes, searching high and low for potential problems. One area that definitely needs a lot of attention is electrical safety. What can you and your family do to […]

Powertec Electric’s New Location Is A Powerful Move Into The Future

By Powertec Electric on May 12, 2020

WINNIPEG, Canada – Powertec Electric Inc. is one of the largest and most successful firms in Canada that provides electrical services for residential, commercial and industrial projects. Today, Powertec Electric is proud to announce the opening of its new location at 1433 Erin Street, Winnipeg, MB R3E259. The big move is part of an […]

How Will The Coronavirus Affect Energy Usage?

By Powertec Electric on April 23, 2020

The novel coronavirus is affecting everything around us from the restaurant industry to the local public school system. People are out of work and confined to their homes for an indefinite period of time. This virus has impacted every aspect of our economy, but perhaps that is not all that is really going to be […]

What Is The Difference Between A Breaker And A Fuse?

By Powertec Electric on March 26, 2020

The electrician is coming to your home and you want to make sure you understand all of the lingo. How exactly is your home wired and what do you need to know about it? Most people have either a fuse box or a circuit breaker box in their home. It’s time that you learned how […]

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