We inspect before we quote
No phone-estimate guessing – we look at the actual panel and wiring first.
The most common outlet and switch calls
Dead outlets
A single dead outlet, or a whole run of outlets that stopped working together
Adding outlets
Adding outlets to a room that never had enough
Grounding & GFCI upgrades
Replacing old two-prong outlets with grounded ones, and installing GFCI outlets in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor locations
Why a whole run of outlets dies at once
One dead outlet is often a bad outlet. Several dead outlets that share a room or a run usually means one bad connection upstream – frequently at the first outlet in the chain – or a tripped GFCI outlet feeding downstream receptacles. We trace the actual cause rather than replacing outlets one at a time until something works.
GFCI where it's required
Kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor receptacles, garages, and anywhere near water need GFCI protection. Older Ottawa homes often have standard outlets in these spots simply because they were built before the code required otherwise. Upgrading them is usually a straightforward swap and a meaningful safety improvement for the cost.
Switches and dimmers
Not every dimmer works with every light fixture – LED and older incandescent fixtures often need different dimmer types, and using the wrong one causes flickering or buzzing. We match the switch to the fixture rather than installing whatever's on hand.
Why choose us for outlet and switch installation
Inspection first, then a written quote
We look at the actual panel and wiring before quoting, not a phone-estimate guess – and every price is written down before work starts, no surprise line items.
ESA-notified work
We handle Electrical Safety Authority notification as part of the job when it's required.
Residential & commercial
Homes, offices, retail, and light-industrial space across Ottawa.
What to expect
Written quote, no surprises
The price is confirmed before work starts.
ESA-notified work
Handled as part of the job when it's required.
Cleaned up when we're done
We leave the site the way we found it.
Outlet & Switch Installation FAQs
Why did several outlets stop working at once?
Usually a shared bad connection upstream or a tripped GFCI feeding that run. We trace it rather than guessing outlet by outlet.
Can you install USB outlets?
Yes, combined USB/standard outlets are a common upgrade, especially in kitchens and bedrooms.
My dimmer buzzes or flickers – is that normal?
Often it means the dimmer isn't rated for your fixture type, especially with LED bulbs. We can match the right dimmer to your fixtures.
Do I need a permit for a simple outlet swap?
A like-for-like outlet or switch replacement typically doesn't trigger ESA notification the way a new circuit does – we'll tell you if your specific job is different.