Don’t Risk It: The Dangers of Amateur Electrical Fixes

Replacing a light switch or outlet might seem simple — until it sparks, shocks, or stops working altogether. Electrical work is one area of home maintenance where even a small mistake can lead to major consequences, including fire hazards and injury.

At Vancouver Handy Pros, we take electrical repairs seriously. Here’s why DIY electrical fixes should be left to experienced professionals — and how we keep your home safe and up to code.

What Can Go Wrong With DIY Electrical Repairs?

We’ve been called to fix countless electrical mistakes across the Lower Mainland, including:

• Incorrectly wired outlets or switches

• Loose connections leading to short circuits

• Reversed polarity (a common DIY error)

• Overloaded breakers or improperly grounded fixtures

• Non-compliant installations that violate BC electrical code

  
  

Even minor issues can lead to flickering lights, appliance damage, or worse — a home fire.

Why You Need a Professional Handyman for Electrical Work

Vancouver Handy Pros provides licensed, insured experts for light electrical work, including:

• Replacing outlets, switches, and dimmers

• Installing light fixtures and ceiling fans

• Upgrading thermostats and bathroom fans

• Smoke/CO detector installation

• Basic troubleshooting for non-functioning outlets or lights

  
  

We use proper tools, follow code, and double-check our work — ensuring it’s done safely and efficiently.

Your Safety Comes First — Always

Electricity isn’t something to guess with. One wrong move can damage your home or put your family at risk. Let Vancouver Handy Pros take the uncertainty out of your repairs with professional, code-compliant service.

Book a certified handyman today

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