Video Doorbell Installation in Ajax

Not for a swap on an existing doorbell circuit — ESA does not require permit for like-for-like low-voltage doorbell work. If the transformer is being added new to a panel breaker, an electrician is required per OESC 2024 Section 16.

Yes. We use a Ring brick mount or a Eufy wedge plate with Tapcons into the mortar joint (never into face brick). Drilling is masonry SDS only.

Mechanical chimes need a Pro Power Kit (Ring) or Nest connector wire to handle the live-view current draw. Digital chimes usually need to be bypassed entirely.

Most cameras spec down to -20°C; below that the lithium batteries (in battery models) brick out. Hardwired models keep running because the transformer warms the unit.

Yes, including cap-and-tape on retired bell wire and patch of the old chime alcove if it was set into drywall.

Yes — newer homes often lack outlets in convenient locations, especially in kitchens, home offices, and garages. We add outlets by running new wiring through walls and ceilings, ensuring every addition meets ESA (Electrical Safety Authority) requirements. USB-integrated outlets are a popular upgrade.

A Level 2 EV charger (240V) installation in a newer suburban home typically costs $800–$2,000 including the dedicated circuit, wiring, and outlet or hardwired connection. Homes with the electrical panel in the garage are at the lower end, while longer wire runs increase cost.

LED pot lights use 75% less energy than halogen, last 25,000+ hours, and provide superior light quality. A full-home LED pot light upgrade (15–25 lights) typically costs $2,000–$4,000 installed and is one of the most impactful lighting improvements you can make.