How An Electrical Contractor in Toronto Plans For Large Renovations

If you are looking to undertake a major electrical overhaul of your premises, the first step is finding the right electrical contractor in Toronto for the job. It is all too often that homeowners and building managers fall into the trap of opting for a contractor that has little experience on larger projects.

Choosing the right electrical contractor in Toronto is imperative for a number of reasons, not least the experience they have working on projects and the ability to troubleshoot effectively.

Electrical overhauls and renovations rarely pan out completely the way they are intended to. Unexpected twists and turns, missing conduits, unexpected panel upgrades, planning permission or last minute changes to the plans requires an electrical contractor in Toronto with sufficient gravitas to handle the problem.

And nowhere is this truer than when working on a large condo project. Having worked on numerous such projects we look at a few things that help your electrical contractor in Toronto complete the job faster.

Logistics – Behind every successful electrical retrofit is great logistics. From something as simple as ‘where do they park’ to having designated loading areas, getting the basics right at the very off is essential. It’s the little things that affect day-to-day work and waste contractors’ time.

Working hours – Condos and residentially zoned areas often have time limits on how long work can go on. Whereas city bylaws place restrictions anyway, any further restrictions, for instance for that particular property, will mean your electrical contractor in Toronto will have to plan accordingly.

Planning permission – Condo renovation means stripping away not only the existing wiring but also stripping away the safety and regulatory setup that has been put in place by the city to keep occupants safe. City permission to undertake the work is essential, else the electrical contractor in Toronto will be restricted to only minor jobs.

Blueprints – Condos, though not all are 50 storey high rises, are by their nature complex structures. To plan adequately and operate safely, make sure to give your electrical contractor in Toronto full access to building plans and blueprints. This includes, very importantly, the electrical schematic of the building.