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Here&#8217;s what the law says \u2014 and why it matters for your insurance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-row\"><a class=\"btn btn-p\" href=\"#soumission\">Have my work assessed \u2192<\/a><a class=\"btn btn-g\" href=\"tel:5145031353\">514-503-1353<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/header>\n<section class=\"section\"><div class=\"wrap narrow center\"><span class=\"kicker\">What the law says<\/span><h2 style=\"margin:14px 0 18px\">Electrical work requires a licence<\/h2>\n<p>The law covers any work involving electrical current above 48 V, including installing the related equipment. Three types of installation ALWAYS require a licence: electrical, gas and petroleum-equipment installations.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"wrap narrow\"><h3 style=\"margin:22px 0 4px;font-size:19px\">This notably includes:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"clean\"><li>Replacing an outlet<\/li><li>Replacing a light fixture<\/li><li>Making an electrical connection<\/li><li>Installing a recessed light<\/li><li>Running electrical wiring<\/li><li>Installing or replacing a thermostat<\/li><li>Replacing a heating appliance<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"section band\"><div class=\"wrap narrow center\"><span class=\"kicker\" style=\"color:var(--heat)\">The real risk<\/span><h2 style=\"margin:14px 0 14px\">The problem is your insurance<\/h2>\n<p>If you decide to do the work yourself, that&#8217;s your call. But if you&#8217;re acting illegally or do something non-compliant, a claim could be denied (Loi sur les ma\u00eetres \u00e9lectriciens). Should a problem arise from your work, you could be in real trouble.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"section\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"grid-2\"><div class=\"card\"><h3>\u26a0\ufe0f Beware with new appliances<\/h3><p>Spa, sauna, wall air conditioner or another costly appliance: your warranty can become void if it isn&#8217;t connected by a licensed master electrician. Check your warranty details \u2014 this is often the case.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\"><h3>Liability insurance<\/h3><p>An electrical contractor must carry civil liability insurance of at least $2,000,000. It protects everyone. In a condo, DIY work that damages the building or neighbours may not be covered for you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"section band-green\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"narrow center\"><span class=\"kicker\">Why trust pros<\/span><h2 style=\"margin:14px 0 14px\">What it really gives you<\/h2><\/div>\n<div class=\"narrow\"><ul class=\"clean\" style=\"--sage:#9Fc48c\"><li style=\"border-color:#2f5540\">Protecting your family and the safety of installations<\/li><li style=\"border-color:#2f5540\">Access to insurance in case of damage<\/li><li style=\"border-color:#2f5540\">Proper operation of your electrical appliances<\/li><li style=\"border-color:#2f5540\">Sound advice and compliance with current standards<\/li><li style=\"border-color:#2f5540\">Longer-lasting installations<\/li><li style=\"border-color:#2f5540\">Peace of mind when selling your property<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"section band-green\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"narrow center\"><span class=\"kicker\">Why Groupe Quenneville<\/span><h2 style=\"margin:14px 0 14px\">Compliant, insured, warrantied work<\/h2>\n<p>CMEQ-certified company holding an RBQ licence, with liability insurance. Our team of qualified electricians does the job by the book, serving Greater Montr\u00e9al, <a href=\"https:\/\/groupequenneville.com\/en\/electrician-laval\/\">Laval<\/a> and the North Shore.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"stats\"><div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/div><div class=\"cap\">4.9 \/ 5 \u2014 249+ Google reviews<\/div><\/div><div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"big\">CMEQ<span style=\"font-size:19px\"> \u00b7 RBQ<\/span><\/div><div class=\"cap\">Certified company<\/div><\/div><div class=\"stat\"><div class=\"big\">48V+<\/div><div class=\"cap\">the threshold requiring a licence<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"final\" id=\"soumission\"><div class=\"wrap\"><span class=\"kicker\" style=\"color:#9Fc48c\">Take action<\/span><h2 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px\">Unsure about some work?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">We assess what needs doing, fully compliant and with no bad surprises. Free quote.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-row\" style=\"margin-top:30px\"><a class=\"btn btn-p\" style=\"background:#fff;color:#1F3D2B\" href=\"tel:5145031353\">\ud83d\udcde Talk to an electrician<\/a><a class=\"btn btn-g\" style=\"background:transparent;color:#fff;border-color:#fff\" href=\"#form\">Request a quote<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"contact\"><a href=\"tel:5145031353\">\u260e 514-503-1353<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/groupequenneville.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\ud83c\udf10 groupequenneville.com<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"form\"><div class=\"ghl\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/api.leadconnectorhq.com\/widget\/form\/eis7Ed6eoyBgcKjuLdtw\" style=\"width:100%;border:none;min-height:780px\" id=\"inline-eis7Ed6eoyBgcKjuLdtw\" data-layout=\"{'id':'INLINE'}\" data-trigger-type=\"alwaysShow\" data-form-name=\"Form EN\" data-height=\"780\" data-layout-iframe-id=\"inline-eis7Ed6eoyBgcKjuLdtw\" data-form-id=\"eis7Ed6eoyBgcKjuLdtw\" title=\"Form EN\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"section\"><div class=\"wrap narrow\"><div class=\"center\"><span class=\"kicker\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><h2 style=\"margin:14px 0 26px\">DIY electrical work: what to know<\/h2><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\"><details open><summary>Am I allowed to do my own electrical work in Quebec?<span>+<\/span><\/summary><p>A homeowner may do certain minor tasks in their own single-family home, but installing, modifying or repairing wiring must comply with the Electrical Code and, in most cases, be done by a contractor holding an RBQ licence. The electrical service and panel are for professionals only.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>What are the risks of DIY electrical work?<span>+<\/span><\/summary><p>Fire, electric shock, equipment damage and code non-compliance. Non-compliant work can also void your insurance coverage and complicate selling your home.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Does my insurance cover electrical work I did myself?<span>+<\/span><\/summary><p>Often not. Most insurers require electrical work to be done by a certified company. A claim tied to DIY work can be denied.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>When must I absolutely call an electrician?<span>+<\/span><\/summary><p>For anything touching the panel, the electrical service, adding circuits, aluminium wiring, a burning smell or breakers that keep tripping. When in doubt, have it assessed.<\/p><\/details><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<footer class=\"foot\"><div class=\"wrap\"><p>Groupe Quenneville \u2014 Residential \u00b7 Commercial \u00b7 Industrial \u00b7 Montr\u00e9al, Laval &amp; North Shore<br>514-503-1353 \u00b7 groupequenneville.com<\/p>\n<p class=\"src\">Sources: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cmeq.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">CMEQ<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbq.gouv.qc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">RBQ<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/footer>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Am I allowed to do my own electrical work in Quebec?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A homeowner may do certain minor tasks in their own single-family home, but installing, modifying or repairing wiring must comply with the Electrical Code and, in most cases, be done by a contractor holding an RBQ licence.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the risks of DIY electrical work?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Fire, electric shock, equipment damage and code non-compliance. 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