Could Your DIY Electrical Fixes Cause a Fire? Mike Holmes Talks Safety and Best Practices

With over 40 years of experience as a contractor, I've seen the devastating consequences of bad electrical work, from fatal shocks to devastating electric fires. You may be tempted to do electrical work yourself especially if you’re a seasoned handyperson, but one wrong connection can lead to fatal results. Electrical safety is a non-negotiable when it comes to your home and it’s important you always hire a Licensed Electrical Contractor to do the work safely and correctly. In this podcast episode, I speak with Will Barrett, General Manager for Operations, Planning, and Support at the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) as we break down everything you need to know to do Electrical Right! From who you should hire, to electrical upgrades, EV Chargers, tamper-resistant receptacles and avoiding electrical fires. This episode is a must-listen. For more behind-the-scenes content head to MakeItRight.ca/podcast-s3-ep1-guide-to-doing-electrical-work-safely/ Listen to more episodes of the Holmes On Homes Podcast on all major streaming platforms including Spotify ⁠⁠ https://spoti.fi/442nUjX ⁠⁠ and Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠ https://apple.co/44kMi0E ⁠⁠