--- title: Technical Safety BC Blog | Homeowner (5) description: Homeowner | Safety tips and stories from Technical Safety BC. (5) --- [Skip to content](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/tag/homeowner/page/5#main-content) [![Technical Safety BC colour logo with gear](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/TSBC_Stacked_RGB%20300%20dpi%20-%20transparent%20background-1.png?width=600&height=179&name=TSBC_Stacked_RGB%20300%20dpi%20-%20transparent%20background-1.png "Technical Safety BC colour logo with gear")](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/) [Visit main site](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/) [Contact us](https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/contact/contact-us) ![Forest, rivers and mountains. Beautiful British Columbia.](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/technical-safety-bc-provincial-regulator-transfer-to-bc-medium.jpg) # Homeowner (5) Filter by topic Homeowner Gas Contractor Electrical Asset Owner Ask A Safety Officer Homeowner Safety Passenger Ropeways Boiler, PV and Refrigeration Carbon Monoxide Public Safety Amusement Devices Elevating Devices Railways Alternative Safety Approaches CO Alarm Client Support Smarter Safety FSR Camping Chairlift Corporate news RV safety Skiing Travel Vacation extreme heat snowboarding ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/beam-cabin-clouds-531450.jpg) ## Four safety tips for cabin renovations July 13, 2020 3 Minute read Before getting together for cabin renovations, or asking friends to do electrical work over beers, check out these renovation tips for cabin safety. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/four-safety-tips-cabin-renovations?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/iStock-958981314%20-%20electrical%20panel%20-%201024x683_0.jpg) ## Choosing a contractor for home renovations? Your contractor questions answered. May 19, 2020 3 Minute read ​​​​​​​Finding the right contractor on top of planning a kitchen remodel or a basement upgrade can be exciting, but it can also be a lot of work. Here, we answer questions about finding the right contractor for your home renovation. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/choosing-contractor-home-renovations-your-contractor-questions-answered?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/iStock-931103114.jpg) ## 6 common causes of electrical shock in the home January 30, 2020 2 Minute read Electrical shock at home can be caused by overloaded electrical outlets, exposed wires, damaged cords and much more. Take these precautions to stay safe. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/6-common-causes-electrical-shock-home?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-134651.jpg) ## What to do in a power outage January 16, 2020 2 Minute read Has your power been disconnected due to windstorms or other extreme weather conditions? If so, here is what you need to know about Technical Safety BC's role in power outages and who to contact to get reconnected. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/what-do-power-outage?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/istock-1146472797%20(1).jpg) ## Stuck in an Elevator? 3 Things You Must Know August 28, 2019 3 Minute read Getting stuck in an elevator can be scary. But it's important to stay calm and know what to do - and not to do. Here are our recommendations. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/stuck-elevator-3-things-you-must-know?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/istock-598158376%20(002).jpg) ## Ask a safety officer: Does installing a hot tub require a permit? August 21, 2019 2 Minute read If a licensed electrician is doing the install, is a permit still required? [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-safety-officer-does-installing-hot-tub-require-permit?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/iStock-172895199-large%201.jpg) ## Ask a safety officer: Barbecue safety June 10, 2019 2 Minute read As the months get warmer and British Columbians fire up their barbecues, we've rounded up the most common gas barbecue questions our safety officers get asked. [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/ask-safety-officer-barbecue-safety?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/amusement%20ride_blog.jpg) ## Licence to thrill: Staying safe on amusement rides June 4, 2019 4 Minute read The sun is shining, school is almost out, and the lure of outdoor amusement parks may be calling. But whether your kids enjoy a gentle spin on a traditional carousel, or a scream-inducing drop on a roller coaster, what you may not realize is that amusement parks can be a source of injuries, if you don't follow the necessary precautions.  [Read More](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/licence-thrill-staying-safe-amusement-rides?hsLang=en) ![](https://blog.technicalsafetybc.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Twitter_Excavation.jpg) ## The 1 thing you must do before you excavate April 5, 2019 2 Minute read Digging without checking if there are buried utilities can have serious consequences. Get the facts and call before you dig. 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