Licensed Electrician Burnaby BC — Kato Electrical
Why Should You Trust Us?
Kato Electrical is a licensed and insured electrical contractor serving homeowners and businesses across Burnaby, BC. We've upgraded panels in post-war bungalows in Edmonds that were still running 60-amp service, rewired heritage homes in North Burnaby where knob-and-tube was still live behind the walls, and installed EV chargers in the newer condo and townhouse developments around Brentwood and Lougheed. Burnaby's housing stock spans six decades of construction — and the electrical work reflects that range.
Every job we complete in Burnaby is permitted through the City of Burnaby's building department and inspected through Technical Safety BC before we consider it finished. We hold a current electrical contractor licence, carry $5M liability insurance, and maintain an A+ BBB rating. If you're looking for a Burnaby electrician who knows the area, pulls the permits, and does the work properly — that's what we do.
Commercial Electricians Burnaby
From retail tenant improvements at Metrotown to office fit-outs in the Brentwood Town Centre, Kato Electrical has completed commercial projects for some of the Lower Mainland's most recognized brands. Our commercial electricians handle everything from base-build electrical to specialized fit-outs.
Our commercial experience includes restaurants, retail stores, schools, recreation centers, office spaces, and light industrial facilities. We work closely with general contractors, architects, and property managers to deliver projects on schedule.
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EV Charger Installation Burnaby
With BC's growing adoption of electric vehicles, many Burnaby homeowners and strata councils are investing in Level 2 EV charging. Kato Electrical is experienced in both single-home EV charger installations and multi-unit EV Ready Plans for condos and townhome complexes.
We help strata councils navigate BC Hydro's EV Ready incentive programs and handle all electrical work from panel assessment through to final inspection.
Why Burnaby Homeowners Choose Kato Electrical
Licensed & Insured — Every electrician on our team holds the required certifications through Technical Safety BC. We carry full liability insurance, giving you peace of mind on every project.
Transparent Pricing — We provide detailed quotes before work begins. No hidden fees, no surprise charges. For smaller jobs, we offer straightforward flat-rate pricing.
Qualified Team — Our electricians are trained professionals, not subcontractors. We invest in ongoing training so our team stays current with the latest BC Electrical Code requirements, energy-efficient technologies, and smart home systems.
Proven Track Record — Hundreds of Burnaby homeowners and businesses trust Kato Electrical. Check our reviews and testimonials from real customers.
How to Hire a Kato Electrician in Burnaby
Call us or fill out our contact form — Describe your electrical need and we'll respond promptly.
Receive a quote — For larger projects, we'll send an electrician to assess the job in person and provide a detailed written estimate.
We complete the work — Our licensed electrician performs the job on time, to code, and to your satisfaction.
Inspection & payment — Review the completed work. We handle any required permit inspections.
Electrical Services in Burnaby, BC
We work across all of Burnaby — from older homes in Edmonds and South Burnaby to newer developments in Brentwood and Lougheed. Here are the services we provide most often in this area.
Electrical Panel Upgrades Burnaby
Burnaby has a large number of homes built between 1950 and 1980 that are still running on 60-amp or 100-amp panels — panels that were adequate for the era but are not sized for modern loads like induction cooking, EV charging, and heat pumps. We upgrade panels regularly across Edmonds, South Burnaby, and the older neighbourhoods around Burnaby Lake, managing the full permit process through the City of Burnaby's building department and Technical Safety BC. If your breakers are tripping under normal loads or your panel is completely full, it is worth getting it assessed before you add anything else.
EV Charger Installation Burnaby
Burnaby's Brentwood and Lougheed corridors have seen significant condo and townhouse development over the past decade, and EV charger installation in strata buildings is one of the most common requests we handle in this area. We install Level 2 EV chargers for individual units and work with strata councils on shared parking solutions — including load management systems that allow multiple chargers without requiring a full electrical service upgrade. Every installation is permitted and inspected through Technical Safety BC, and we handle the BC Hydro interconnection process on your behalf.
Knob-and-Tube and Aluminum Rewiring Burnaby
North Burnaby and the older residential neighbourhoods around Capitol Hill have a significant concentration of pre-1960 homes that still contain knob-and-tube wiring — and many of those same homes were also rewired with aluminum branch circuit wiring during the 1965–1976 period. Both wiring types present insurance and safety issues that most Lower Mainland insurers will flag on renewal or at point of sale. We assess and replace both types regularly in Burnaby homes and can provide the documentation your insurer requires confirming the work is complete and code-compliant.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Installation Burnaby
BC Fire Code requires working smoke detectors on every floor of a residential property, outside every sleeping area, and CO detectors in any Burnaby home with a gas appliance or attached garage. We install hardwired, interconnected smoke and CO detector systems across Burnaby — meaning when one detector sounds, every detector in the home sounds simultaneously. This is the standard for new construction in BC and the most reliable protection available, particularly in Burnaby's older homes where battery-only detectors may not have been updated in years.
Electrical Inspections Burnaby
Whether you are purchasing a home in Burnaby, renewing your home insurance, or dealing with an insurer who has flagged your electrical system, a licensed electrical inspection gives you a clear picture of exactly what you have and what it needs. We inspect residential and commercial properties across Burnaby regularly — assessing panel condition, wiring type and age, grounding, outlet function, and whether the system meets current BC Electrical Code requirements. The inspection report we provide is accepted by insurers and can be used as documentation for strata and property management purposes.
Commercial Electrical Services Burnaby
Burnaby has one of the more active commercial and light industrial property markets in the Lower Mainland, particularly in the Brentwood and Lougheed transit corridors and the industrial areas of East Burnaby. We work with property managers, strata councils, retail tenants, and developers on new circuit installation, panel upgrades for commercial tenancies, lighting upgrades, and full electrical fit-outs for new commercial spaces. Every commercial project in Burnaby is managed through the City of Burnaby's permit process and inspected to BC Electrical Code standards before sign-off.
Looking for a reliable electrician in Burnaby BC?
From electrical panel upgrades to EV charger installation, our certified electricians deliver safe, code-compliant work you can trust.
Burnaby is the third largest city in British Columbia, this former resort town that remains in the shadow of Vancouver has grown vigorously in recent years, becoming one of Canada's most ethnically diverse cities.
We also serve neighboring communities including Vancouver, North Vancouver, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Richmond, Surrey, Delta, Maple Ridge, West Vancouver, Squamish, and Whistler.Our Electricians Burnaby provide services all over Burnaby, BC. Some of the neighborhoods and communities we serve are:
- Brentwood - Deer Lake
- Edmonds -The Heights
-Lougheed -Metrotown
-Burnaby Mountain -North Burnaby
-South Burnaby
Burnaby Main Office:
Address:
9603 Manchester Dr #403, Burnaby, BC V3N 4R4, Canada info@katoelectrical.com Phone: 604-239-5752
Hours of operation:
Monday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
For more information about our services or to obtain a FREE ESTIMATE, use our form or call (604) 330-9097 today!