Author Archives: Brian Penfold

Have you been noticing flickering lights or tripped breakers more frequently? If so, you’ve possibly wondered, should I upgrade my electrical panel? It can be hard to know when it is time to replace or upgrade your breaker panel, however, there are a few common indicators that may signal that it’s time for an upgrade.

At Penfold Electric, we have helped countless clients with upgrading their existing electrical equipment such as fuse boxes or old electrical panels in favour of new, upgraded ones. We understand that it may not seem obvious that your electrical panel needs replacing. That’s why we are here to help you make sense of your home’s electrical systems. Below we outline some of the most common reasons why you should consider upgrading your panel as well as offer answers to the most frequently asked questions about panel upgrades.

Older homes are beautiful and often full of timeless architecture and character that simply cannot be replicated in modern homes. Though structurally, you’ll likely want to hold on to the past when it comes to your old home, you’re going to want to bring its electrical components into the future. One of the most important things you can do for your home’s safety is to upgrade your fuse box and replace it with a breaker panel.

With TVs, cable boxes, gaming systems and soundbars becoming staples in many homes you wouldn’t be alone if you feel as if you have cables and cords coming from every direction. Though we need them, electrical wires can be a bit ugly to look at particularly if your TV is a focal point in your living room. Thankfully, you don’t have to settle for wires here, there and everywhere when it comes to your home entertainment.

Have you been considering purchasing a generator for your home? When the power goes out, having a generator can allow you to have the comforts you want, but most importantly offer you the protection you need for the people and resources in your home. Extended power outages don’t happen often, but when they do can be quite costly and uncomfortable.