Categories Commercial Electrical

The Benefits of GFCI Protection: Safety, Savings, and Smart Living

In today’s tech-driven world, our homes are filled with electrical devices—hair dryers, toasters, charging stations, and power tools, to name just a few. While electricity powers our lives, it also poses a significant risk when not properly managed. This is where GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection comes into play.

Whether you’re a homeowner, property manager, or simply someone who values safety and energy efficiency, understanding GFCI protection is essential. It’s not just about following building codes—it’s about preventing potentially fatal accidents and ensuring a secure living environment.

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The Top Benefits of Installing Solar Panels in Your Home

Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Go Solar

As energy costs continue to rise and environmental concerns grow, more Ontario homeowners are turning to solar energy. Installing solar panels on your home is no longer just a trend—it’s a smart, sustainable investment. At Penfold Electric, we specialize in helping homeowners make the switch to clean, renewable energy with expert solar panel installation services across Ontario.

Categories Commercial Electrical

All About Fluorescent Ballasts – For Your Business

All About Fluorescent Ballasts

If you own a business and have an outdoor sign, there is a good chance that it contains a ballast. Though you may have never heard of one before, it is an essential part of outdoor signage. Though a ballast generally won’t cause you any issues, a faulty one can sometimes be the cause of common problems such as flicking signs, buzzing sounds, or low output for your fluorescent lights and signage. Knowing the basics of fluorescent signs and ballast can help you stay on top of property maintenance and know who to call when you need some help.

Categories Commercial Electrical

How Often Should I Test My Emergency Lighting?

how often to test emergency lighting

Whether you own a commercial building or have emergency lighting installed in a residential area, it is important to ensure that the lighting is functioning properly. Testing your emergency lighting regularly ensures that it works as intended when you need it most. In many cases, emergency lighting is not something that is always on and instead only comes on when the power is off. For this reason, testing your emergency lighting is something that you can easily forget to do.

Categories Commercial Electrical, Frequently Asked Questions

Electrical Ballast FAQ

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If you’ve ever been in a room or near a sign with fluorescent lighting that seems to be buzzing you’ve likely heard what a failing electrical ballast sounds like. But what is an electrical ballast and why are they important? In this article, we will break down some of the most frequently asked questions about electrical ballasts that you may have including how to know if a fluorescent ballast is bad.