Ballast Replacements, Vaughan
As a commercial property owner, it's important to stay on top of regular maintenance and repairs in order to protect your investment and ensure the safety of your tenants. One task that is often overlooked is the replacement of ballasts in fluorescent lighting fixtures.
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Ballast Replacements, Vaughan
To protect their investment and ensure the safety of their building’s tenants, commercial property owners must keep up with routine maintenance and repairs. It’s common practise to omit replacing the ballast when working with fluorescent lighting fixtures.
A ballast is an electrical component used to regulate current in fluorescent lighting fixtures. Over time, they could degrade and lose part of their efficacy, leading to flickering lights and lower energy savings. In emergency situations, they could pose a fire risk.
Ballasts may be promptly and affordably upgraded, improving your building’s energy effectiveness and safety efficacy. Your power costs may drastically decrease if you utilise new ballasts since they are designed to last longer and use less energy. They also eliminate the chance of a fire being started by an outdated, defective ballast.
Ballast replacement provides your property with both practical and visual benefits. Residents and visitors could get a negative impression due to inadequate lighting and flickering lights. With new lighting, your property might seem more modern and well-kept.
Don’t wait to replace your ballasts today, reach out to us today here at MADE ELECTRIC! Our electricians are skilled and knowledgeable, and we are proud to provide quality service in both residential and commercial areas in Vaughan and across the GTA.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I know if my ballasts need to be replaced?
Signs that your ballasts may need to be replaced include flickering lights, dim lighting, and increased energy costs. A licensed electrician can inspect your lighting fixtures and determine if replacement is necessary.
How often do ballasts need to be replaced?
The lifespan of a ballast can vary, but on average they last between 5 and 10 years. It’s recommended to have your ballasts inspected regularly by a licensed electrical contractor to determine if they need to be replaced.
Can I replace the ballasts myself?
While it is technically possible to replace ballasts yourself, it’s best to hire a licensed electrical contractor to handle the task. Electricians are trained and experienced in working with electrical systems, and will be able to safely and efficiently replace the ballasts.