Our Range of Services

Regular maintenance and servicing are required to ensure your home is safe and efficient. If you are experiencing a power outage, have a faulty outlet, or any other electrical issue, give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call today. A member of our top-notch team will assess the issue and present you with your options, prior to addressing.

If you are purchasing a new home or need an inspection for insurance purposes, Wadden Electric can ensure your home meets Canadian Electrical Code safety requirements.

Does your home have out-of-date wiring? We will confirm this for you in an inspection, but common signs include: hanging electrical sockets, fuses blowing frequently, discolored or scorched sockets or switches, and a persistent burning smell. If you notice any of these or you simply have an old home, please give us a call today. The Wadden Electric team will ensure your wiring meets current Canadian Electrical Code safety requirements.

Service Upgrades

If you are thinking about adding new equipment to your home (e.g. hot tub, heat pump, etc.), or considering a switch from oil to electric heat, there is a good chance you will need to add electrical load to your home. This may involve increasing ampacity of the electrical service. Depending on the age of your home, there may also be additional items that require repairing or upgrading as part of this work. For more information, see the Nova Scotia Power (NSP) bulletin below.

In addition to offering service upgrades, Wadden Electric has certified NSP service providers on our team, which adds flexibility and convenience for our customers. Please give our knowledgeable team a call today for more information.

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Aluminum Upgrades

Many homes built between the mid 1960s and mid 1970s, have aluminum wiring instead of copper wiring. During this time, aluminum wiring was commonly used to reduce costs as it was less expensive. Years later, unanticipated fire hazards arose from oxidation and deterioration occurring at the points where aluminum wiring connected to outlets, light fixtures and splices. This can result in overheating and arching that does not trip the circuit breakers, increasing fire risk.

If you have aluminum wiring in your home, the Wadden Electric team can complete an expert evaluation and present you with options to reduce your fire risk. A complete re-wire is an expensive solution that may not be necessary—retrofitting and repairing any dangerous connections may also be an option for your home. Give us a call today for more information.

Insurance Required Upgrades

Your insurance company may require you to upgrade your home’s electrical prior to renewing your home insurance. For example, insurance companies often require homeowners to have a minimum of 100 amperage (AMP) service, as well as to change fuse panels to breaker panels. In addition to offering service upgrades, Wadden Electric has certified Nova Scotia Power service providers on our team, making the process more efficient for our customers.

Whether you are looking to update or replace existing lighting fixtures, or add recessed lighting or pot lighting to your home, the Wadden Electric team is here to help.

The professionals at Wadden Electric are available to assist with a wide range of residential renovation projects. We have significant experience with kitchen and bathroom renovations, and can ensure your project is designed to meet both current and future electrical needs. No matter how big or small, we can bring power to your home renovation project.

Over the past several years, the Wadden Electric team has been privileged to work with industry leaders on many exceptional custom homes. We have the experience necessary to successfully manage a full electrical scope, including custom lighting design and home automation solutions, and have a strong history of effectively collaborating with multiple project partners to ensure all customer expectations are exceeded.

Looking for ways to enhance the functionality and safety of your property after the sun goes down? Wadden Electric can install an efficient landscape lighting system that will showcase your home, walkways and landscaping, making it easier for visitors to navigate your home at night, while deterring potential intruders.

In addition to offering custom landscape and outdoor lighting systems, the Wadden Electric team can help you to create the backyard oasis of your dreams by safely installing your hot tub, spa or sauna, as well as heating your pool.

Radiant floor heating systems use thermal radiation and electromagnetic waves to warm up a room by heating the floor directly, instead of warming the air. This silent system is more efficient and cleaner/healthier than forced air systems. Give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call for more information.

Electric thermal storage (ETS) is an electric home heating device containing ceramic bricks. This system stores heat when electricity costs less (according to Nova Scotia Power’s time-of-day (TOD) rates), and then releases the heat throughout the day, lowering your heating costs. ETS is also safe, reliable and doesn’t require routine maintenance. Give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call for more information.

Knob and tube wiring (K&T) was a standardized method of electrical wiring in buildings from roughly 1880 until the 1930s. Charged K&T wiring poses several shock and fire risks as it lacks a ground wire (making it incompatible with modern three-prong appliances), and may come into contact with flammable or conductive building materials (e.g. insulation), among other things. While K&T wiring is legal under the Canadian Electrical Code, many insurance companies and mortgage brokers require that any charged K&T wiring be replaced for safety and liability reasons.

If you suspect you have K&T wiring in your home, or are purchasing a home with this outdated and potentially dangerous wiring system, the professionals at Wadden Electric are available to complete a thorough assessment and review your options with you.

An arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) is a circuit breaker that will break the circuit when it detects a dangerous electrical arc, in order to prevent an electrical fire. The Canadian Electrical Code now requires that most home outlets have AFCI protection. Give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call for more information.

Power interruptions are common in Nova Scotia and can be a real pain. Especially when they occur overnight or while you are away, as spoiled food in the fridge and freezer, flooding due to inoperable sump pumps, and frozen pipes can be costly issues to address. The automated Generac Home Standby Generator, is a great solution to this common problem. This generator is wired directly into your electrical service panel, senses a power outage, and supplies power to your system within seconds. Once power is restored to your home, the system automatically shuts off. If you’d like to learn more, or have an existing Generac Home Standby Generator that requires maintenance, give the certified experts at Wadden Electric a call.

Portable generators (sometimes called backup generators) are a cost-effective option to keep essential appliances and equipment running, in the event of a power outage. Unlike the automated backup generator systems, these generators rely on manual connections.

Manual Transfer Switch

A manual transfer switch safely transitions your home from electrical energy to generator power. It is installed next to the main service panel, and requires you to change the power source.

GenerLink Transfer Switch

A GenerLink transfer switch is the most convenient way to safely connect a portable generator for home backup. It is installed behind your electric meter, and delivers power to your panel once the portable generator is plugged in. When main grid power is restored, the GenerLink will automatically disengage from the portable generator.

Give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call to learn more.

Book a consultation with the Wadden Electric team to find out how you can run your home more efficiently, and spend less on electricity. We are an Efficiency Nova Scotia preferred partner, SolarHomes approved installer, and well-versed on several energy efficiency improvement options and rebate opportunities.

Energy efficient lighting is better for the environment as well as your wallet. Wadden Electric is an Efficiency Nova Scotia preferred partner, certified in several Lutron automated lighting solutions, and have experience with many LED lighting options. We can provide you with a home lighting upgrade that increases the efficiency of your home while decreasing your electricity costs, and ensure you are up to date on rebate opportunities.

A solar photovoltaic system, also known as solar PV system or solar power system, converts sunlight directly into electricity/energy. There is an abundant supply of solar energy in Nova Scotia, and it’s never been cheaper or easier to install this safe and environmentally friendly system. In addition to reducing your environmental impact, generating your own electricity with a solar PV system will save you money in the long run.

If you are thinking about investing in a solar PV system, give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call. As an Efficiency Nova Scotia SolarHomes approved installer, we will provide you with a custom proposal aimed at gaining the most savings, and facilitate all aspects of the process including rebate opportunities. To learn more about the system and process, check out the Efficiency Nova Scotia video below.

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Electric vehicles (EV) are growing in popularity as they reduce greenhouse gas emissions and are cheaper to operate and maintain. If you are thinking about buying an EV, the team at Wadden Electric can both supply and safely install an EV home charging station, also known as an EV charger or electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). Give us a call for a quote today.

Regular maintenance and servicing are required to ensure your commercial building is running safely and efficiently. If you are experiencing a power outage, have a faulty outlet, or any other electrical issue, give the professionals at Wadden Electric a call today. A member of our top-notch team will assess the issue and present you with your options, prior to addressing.

If your commercial property needs a service update, the professionals at Wadden Electric are available to help. Give us a call for an expert evaluation and quote today.

Whether you need a service upgrade, total re-wire, or a few changes to your electrical outlets, the professionals at Wadden Electric are available to assist with your leasehold improvement. We will ensure your commercial space meets both current and future electrical needs, and assist you in getting your business up and running as soon as possible.

The Wadden Electric team can assist with any commercial fit-up—large or small. We will ensure your commercial space meets both current and future electrical needs, and assist you in getting your business up and running as soon as possible.

The Wadden Electric team can ensure that your commercial property is efficiently lit, providing the best possible environment for employees and customers, while keeping your energy bills as low as possible.

Wadden Electric is available to assist with a wide range of commercial renovation projects. We have experience with retail, restaurant, and office renovations, and can ensure your project is designed to meet both current and future electrical needs. No matter how big or small, we can bring power to your commercial renovation project.

The team at Wadden Electric has the experience necessary to successfully manage a full electrical scope on any commercial new construction project. We also offer custom lighting design, and have a strong history of effectively collaborating with multiple project partners to ensure all expectations are exceeded.

From moving electrical outlets and energy efficient lighting installation, to service upgrades and total re-wires, the professionals at Wadden Electric are available to assist with your next office or warehouse project. Give us a call for an expert evaluation and quote.

Whether you are running a retail store or an office block, the professionals at Wadden Electric can ensure your lighting is as energy efficient as possible. We are an Efficiency Nova Scotia preferred partner, have experience with many LED lighting options, and remain current on all rebate opportunities. Give us a call to learn more about the commercial lighting upgrade options that will reduce your environmental impact as well as your electricity costs.

Electric vehicles (EV) are growing in popularity as they reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions, and are cheaper to operate and maintain. Enabling EV charging at your commercial property may bring in new business, drive brand loyalty and support, as well as increase existing workforce and customer satisfaction, among other things.

The team at Wadden Electric can both supply and safely install commercial charging stations, also known as an EV chargers or electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). If you are considering this option, give us a call for an expert assessment and installation proposal.

Whether you are looking for wired or wireless, indoor or outdoor, single or multi room (or a little of everything!), the Wadden Electric team can help you build an audio distribution system that meets all of your residential or commercial needs.

Want to send video to any screen in your residential or commercial space, while keeping the décor free of messy wires? The team at Wadden Electric can design and install a video distribution system for your home or business, and store the necessary equipment in an organized and out-of-the-way closet.

If you are dreaming of creating a luxury home theater, the professionals at Wadden Electric are here to help. In addition to safely installing your new equipment, we can work with you to design the custom home theatre of your dreams, ensure your home’s existing electrical service can support the increase in demand, as well as supply a number of premium A/V and lighting products.

Wadden Electric can help you keep your home and business safe with a wired security system, designed to meet your unique needs and specifications.

Give us a call to learn more about your options and how we can help.

A network is the foundation of communications and control in your residential and commercial space. We work with our customers to create a robust networking solution that factors in all of your computers, smartphones, smart home devices, security systems, distributed audio / video, etc., with a focus on both functionality and protection. We are also certified in Access Networks, Araknis and Pakedge networking products.

WiFi

Typical WiFi enabled routers that you get from your internet provider, have limited features and performance capability. The professionals at Wadden Electric can set up the ideal Wi-Fi network for your needs, factoring in your usage requirements, as well as the layout of your home or business in order to recommend the best hardware and setup.

If you are experiencing performance issues with your existing networking system, or in the market for a new system, give us a call to learn more about your options and how we can help.