Sep 29, 2021
When a light bulb dies do you ever ask yourself “Where do I dispose of this?” Looking at a lightbulb you can see it is composed of many recyclable materials: glass, metal etc, so do you put it in the recycling bin? Almost, but not quite! The best place to put an...
Jun 30, 2021
You need different outlets for different situations, read on to ensure that you have the correct outlets installed in your home. Why is it Important to Know About These Different Outlets? There are many reasons why you should educate yourself on the different outlets...
May 28, 2021
At CBS Electrical we take safety very seriously. Here are a couple quick electrical safety tips you can talk to your children about. 1. Do not put your fingers or anything else inside of an outlet (aside from a plug) The holes in an outlet carry a very powerful...
May 13, 2021
Imagine waking up as your blinds slowly open just at the perfect time to start your day. You get up and your house is already set to the right temperature. You walk into the kitchen and your coffee is brewed and ready to drink. Who did all of this? You did! When you...
Feb 26, 2021
Spring is just around the corner – and let’s face it, spring runs a little early here on Vancouver Island, so why not get a head start on some spring cleaning?You’re probably already making a checklist of all the cleaning tasks that need to be done:DustingWindow...
Jan 27, 2021
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odorless, tasteless gas produced by combustible appliances (appliances that use natural gas, oil, coal, charcoal, propane or wood). CO is found in the fumes produced by these appliances. Carbon Monoxide poisoning (CO poisoning)... 