Notes from the field
The questions we answer on every site visit.
Written the way we'd explain it standing at your panel. No scare tactics, no upsells, just how this stuff works in BC.
July 6, 2026
Service change vs. service upgrade — what's the difference?
The two terms get used interchangeably, but they mean different things to your electrician and to BC Hydro. Here's what actually separates a service change from a service upgrade.
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June 27, 2026
What a 200-amp panel upgrade actually costs in BC
The real price drivers behind a 100A-to-200A service upgrade in Metro Vancouver, a real price range, what a proper quote includes, and when you don't need the upgrade at all.
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June 18, 2026
EV charger rebates in BC: what the fine print means for your install
How BC Hydro and CleanBC home charger rebates actually work, why the permit matters for your claim, what your electrician needs to check first, and how to time your application.
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June 9, 2026
Knob-and-tube wiring: what it means for your insurance, your reno, and your house
How to recognize knob-and-tube, why insurers care about it, whether it's actually dangerous, how it ties into your panel, and how replacement really works in older BC homes.
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