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Do you have the required documents ready to apply for EV ready plan and get rebates for EV Charger?
To complete your application, you'll need to have the right documents. Check out which rebate offer you're hoping to get, because each one has different requirements. When you have everything, you need, submit your application. Learn more about EV Ready Plan and...
Powering up Sustainability: Explore EV Charger Rebates for Apartment and Condo Buildings
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, it's important to ensure that there are sufficient charging stations available to support them. This is particularly challenging for apartment and condo buildings, where residents often don't have access to private...
Power Up Your Safety: Electrical Maintenance in your home with your local certified Electrical Contractor
What is electrical maintenance and what does it include? Electrical maintenance refers to the regular inspection, testing, repair, and replacement of electrical components and systems in your home. It is essential to ensure the safety and functionality of your...
EV Charger Installation: Understand your electrical vehicle charger levels and features
Deciding on the right EV charger for your needs can be tricky with all of the manufacturers and models to choose from. But there are a few key things to keep in mind that will help you make the best decision for your situation. First, only select a charger that is...
MJR Electrics talks about EV Ready Plan Requirements
B.C.'s EV charger rebate program includes a rebate for apartment/condo buildings to create an EV Ready plan. This plan helps to ensure that buildings are prepared to install EV chargers in the future, making it easier and more convenient for residents to charge their...
EV Charger Installation: How to install EV Charger for single-family home
8 steps to a successful EV charger installation at a single-family home As a single-family homeowner with an electric vehicle (EV), it's definitely worth your while to install a Level 2 charger in your garage, carport, or near your driveway. Doing so makes charging...
Make workplaces EV friendly – BC Hydro EV Charger rebate program for workplaces
What is an EV Charger Rebate program for workplaces? Rebates are available to help residences and workplaces throughout British Columbia become prepared for electric vehicles (EVs). The program is funded by the Government of B.C.'s Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Low...
How to find out if your electric panel is faulty and needs to be upgrade or replaced?
What is an electric panel? The electric panel is what connects the wires from outside of your home to the wires inside of your home. You can usually find electric panels in places like your garage, utility room, or even on the exterior of your house - though they can...
How to tell if you need to upgrade your electrical panel: 100 AMP Vs. 200 AMP Panel
What is the difference between 100 and 200 AMP Electrical Panel? If you're wondering what the difference is between a 100-amp electrical panel and a 200-amp electrical panel, it's pretty simple. The different ratings refer to the amount of power each panel can handle....
Take Advantage of EV charger rebate program for single-family homes and get your EV charger installed today
What is the EV charger rebate program? The Government of B.C. has a rebate program to help homes and workplaces across the province get ready for electric vehicles (EVs). BC Hydro and Fortis Electric administer the program. If you're a Fortis Electric customer, please...
Industrial CDP installation for EV charging in Vancouver with MJR Electrics
What is an Industrial CDP? A CDP, or Central Distribution Panel, is an electronic device that regulates the current drawn from the utility grid when charging electric vehicles and when the batteries are being discharged. The CDP is installed in the electrical panel of...
Steps to getting an MJR Electric EV Ready Plan
What is an MJR electric EV ready plan? If you are considering an electric vehicle, but aren't sure if your home can handle it, consider an MJR electric EV ready plan. This plan can help you install a home charging station, wiring, and more in a way that is safe and...
Installing EV charger with 200 amp electrical panel
We've been getting a lot of requests lately from people who want to install EV chargers in their homes. If you have a 200 amp service, you can easily run a 60 or 50 amp circuit to the NEMA 14-50 plug or EV wall connector. Even if your EV only requires a 32 amp outlet,...
Upgrading your home’s electrical service in Vancouver from 100 amps to 200 amps
How do you know if you need to upgrade? The reason for this is that the appliances and electronics in the home are getting more and more efficient each year. If your home was built in the past 20 years and you have a 200 amp service panel, you are likely to have...
Best Electrician Services in Vancouver – Finding a good electrician can sometimes be a challenge.
Searching for the best electrician services in Vancouver? Finding a good electrician can sometimes be a challenge. Even if you’re doing the search online, it could take you a while to find an electrician that is trusted and has been in business for a long time. If...
What You Need to Know Before Installing a Home EV Charger
What do you really need to know before installing a Home EV Charger? Many people are now looking into installing EV chargers in their homes. It is no surprise that the EV market is exploding and more people are looking to purchase electric vehicles. These vehicles...
EV Ready Plan FAQ: Frequently Asked Question About BC Hydro’s EV Ready Plan
Who pays for the EV Ready Plan? The BC Hydro and FortisBC EV Charge Network Rebate Program works together with the Clean Energy Vehicle Program (CEVP), a British Columbia Government-funded program to ensure that vehicles of the future are clean, efficient and...
What should be included in the EV Ready Plan Application?
Vancouver residents who happen to live in multi-unit residences , such as apartments or condos, frequently have a hard time accessing electrical vehicle charging within the home. This is due to all of the added administrative layers involved with maintaining...
Vancouver Electrician for EV Ready Plan: Strata Owners Interview Checklist
EV's (Electrical Vehicles) as a part of Canada's climate change solution. EVs are an excellent choice for Canadians when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. Even though our country already has several environmental laws in place, electrifying the vehicles could turn...
What is an EV ready plan
CleanBC Go Electric rebates for homes and workplaces In a collaborative effort between BC Hydro, the provincial government of B.C., and FortisBC, customers are able to take advantage of provincial rebates for the purchase and installation of electric car chargers. ...