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If you want some ways to minimize your electricity bill here are some handy dandy tips and tricks to get you started: No. 1 Look for bad habits Now we don’t mean procrastinating to avoid doing the dishes. The easiest way to start becoming more energy efficient in the home…,

Overloading can occur in an electrical system when you put more pressure on your system than it can handle. It happens when you draw more power than your system can handle by plugging multiple appliances with equally different needs of power. Some equipment is power-hungry, others are not. Therefore, if…,

Home theater systems typically consist of multiple speakers with each distributing different audio channels. So you might have a few speakers near the TV to for film action and dialogue, and back speakers for background noise.  All of this culminates into a more immersive viewing experience. Whether you’re watching your…,

Electricity is all around us. We use it to power all of our electronics and appliances. Living without electricity would be incredibly difficult as so much of what we do depends on it. But wherever there is electricity comes a number of safety hazards which could put you and your…,

Electricity is part of our everyday life from the moment we wake up to when we finally retire at night. Think about the last time you watched your favourite show on television or when you used the coffee maker in the morning. These activities along with many others that you…,

Electricity can be a dangerous thing. Yes, every home needs power, but when a sudden surge should occur perhaps due to earth leakage, if left unprotected it can have serious consequences. Not only are you in danger of literally frying your computer, but a fire could result and that would…,

If you’re like most people, you have charger leads, electronic cords and plugs littering your desk, kitchen benchtop, or bedside table and scrambling through the tangled mess to find the one to charge the tablet or laptop drives you mad. Hey, here’s the answer at last – the Docking Drawer,…,

Naturally curious, kids touch and poke anything within their reach, even if it’s an electrical outlet, cord, or appliance. They’re too innocent to know the danger they’re putting themselves in. But as the parent, you know better. They could get shocked, burned, or even killed. So, don’t you think its…,

Smart Lights-changing the face of innovations Do you still live in a house with old filament bulbs? Well, if you do, you must try out the new smart lights enabled with security, durability, cost-cutting and much more to look forward to. This device was essentially designed to provide to its…,

It is common for older homes to be riddled with electrical hazards because electrical systems are not built to last forever. The electrical system in an older home is usually far from efficient because it has been used for a long time, this is why it is advisable to always…,

Electrical plugs and outlets are prone to heat when they are frequently used. This is mostly because there is a high tendency for a portion of electrical power to be converted to waste heat. This waste heat is evident when the plugs feel warm to the touch. While it is…,

Frayed electrical cords are cords that are worn-out at a point, thereby exposing the live wires in the cable. Almost every appliance comes with an attached cord to plug into a power source or an external cord to power it when needed. Most wires are durable, but even so, they…,

The electrical wiring of every home requires maintenance to remain safe and in working order. It is always recommended that you get a professional to diagnose the health of your home’s wiring, for your safety. Some owners are tempted to think that if every appliance, ceiling fan, outlet or sockets…,

When you need to purchase a new home, there are a lot of considerations to be made. Several factors come together to determine if a home is right for you. Electrical health is one of those factors that should decide where you invest your money. Electric problems can be frustrating…,

When it’s the holidays, flickering lights are beautiful and contribute to the magical feeling of the season. However, when it is not the holidays, and your home lights flicker it is unmagical and worrying.  Flickering lights are different from dimming lights in effects and causes. When your lights flicker they…,

It is common for elderly people to rely on their children and other caregivers for help as they age. Economic and medical problems are common worries and can sometimes be out of ones control. However, fire prevention and other hazards frequently associated with electrical objects around the house are frequently…,

Frayed electrical cords are cords that are worn-out at a point, thereby exposing the live wires in the cable. Almost every appliance comes with an attached cord to plug it into a power source or an external cord to power it when needed. Most wires are durable, but even so,…,

You might be tempted to panic when the light suddenly goes off in your home. Some more informed owners will head for the switch board and reset the circuit breaker (also known as the safety switch) to bring the light back on. This is not only dangerous but can become…,

Electricity is a truly incredible resource that we depend on to run our homes, businesses, workplaces and lives. However, electricity has the potential to be very dangerous when not used correctly and safely. Electrical appliances, parts and materials can often become damaged and worn over time and when electrical issues…,

Sometimes it’s difficult to find a tradie who is the perfect match for your needs and wants. If you are looking for an electrician, here are 6 tips to keep in mind to help you ensure that you are hiring the most skilled and reliable electrician to complete anything from…,

Do you still live in a house with old filament bulbs? If you do, you must consider trying new smart lighting through the use of smart lights. Smart lights were essentially designed to provide their users with lighting that is of optimal energy efficiency and are a great lighting option,…,

Parents and the elderly become increasingly reliant upon their kids, loved ones and carers for help as they age. Economic and medical problems are common worries for the elderly. However, fire prevention and other hazards frequently associated with electricity and electrical objects or appliances around the house can be neglected….,

If you are not aware of the reasons why you have to carry out regular electrical maintenance, it is understandable that you won’t make this a priority. The truth is that failing to properly maintain your home appliances or work equipment could lead to serious consequences. Regular electrical maintenance can…,

Do your light bulbs keep blowing and you don’t know why? There are many different reasons why light bulbs can blow. This article will explore some of the most common. The elements in cheap light bulbs are of poorer quality and any surge of strength could result in damage. Maybe…,

The history of electricity goes back to a number of different discoveries and inventions from various scientists throughout the years. Electricity is the set of physical phenomena related to the presence of electric charge. Although it was initially considered a phenomenon separate from magnetism, since the development of Maxwell’s equations,…,

A surge protector is a device which is designed to prevent voltage spikes from entering the equipment that is plugged into power points within your home or office. It attempts to limit the voltage supplied to an electric device by either shorting or blocking the unwanted voltages to ground. The…,

Electrical fires causes damage to a lot of properties every year in Australia, and as well claim dozens of lives. However, you can take measures to avoid fire outbreak in your home and make certain the safety of your family and loved ones. Some electrical fires take place due to…,

These days, we are living in a super-modern time where things we never imagined earlier have become fundamental in our life. Thanks to Thomas Alva Edison who by inventing the light bulb illuminated the world for us. As electricity has become the basic need of our life – electricians have…,

While a lot of us will experience spending time outdoor throughout the day when there’s masses of sunlight to head around, the outside can often turn out to be ‘off limits’ when darkness falls and you’re not able to see what you’re doing. Add a little bit of outdoor lighting…,

Nowadays, electrical equipment is part of our daily life and routine and we might struggle to imagine how life would be with less technology or even without. But it also means, that we might forget to overlook how risky they may be – especially to children. To minimize the risk…,

As summer is almost here, we all know that Air conditioning takes the biggest utility expense during the summer months for most of us, we have been thinking of different ways we can keep cool over the summer 1. Keep your blinds closed As simple as this tip may sound,…,

Have you been thinking of getting an air conditioning system and you are not yet sure which system is best for you? With the extreme of heat and cold that we get in Adelaide, we think that putting consideration into all of your needs is vital. We’ll be taking a…,

Australia is famous for its blazing warm months and with it comes it’s power outages. We need to be well prepared in order not to get stranded when it gets dark. We have put together some handy hints and steps to follow during a power outage, to ensure that you…,

The battery era is almost here is South Australia! Tesla’s giant battery is already at the halfway point of construction. A few weeks ago, Tesla boss Elon Musk held a party, overlooking the battery array in Hornsdale, to mark the halfway point of construction. The battery built by Tesla and…,

Sometimes people have troubles when they move into their ‘new’ home, only to find out that the electrics are defective and feature the capability to be dangerous. before moving in make sure to have the electricas checked by a licenced electrician. Pre-purchase you can always make an enquiry about electrical…,

Homes that were built before the 1960s may experience an outdated wiring system and show problems such as a tripping circuit breaker or a blowing fuse. In houses that experience such problems (regardless of whether the house was constructed before or after the 1960s) it is essential to ensure that…,

Motion sensor lights are lights that are mostly bought for security and convenience. You can place front entrance lights, garden lights, floodlights, and other outdoor and indoor lighting on motion sensors. For security, as motion sensor lights can easily deter someone from using the cover of nightfall to break into…,

Most houses are equipped with circuit breakers in the main switchboard to protect the wiring from overloads. It’s a device that controls and protects the electrical power system in your property. Circuit breakers provide short-circuit and over-current protection such as when a power point is overloaded, but it does not protect…,

Smoke Alarms The majority of house fires are preventable Most fires in Australia are caused by electrical faults, heaters, open fires, lamps and smoking material and mostly occurred between the sleeping times of 8pm-8am. In most of the homes where deaths occurred smoke alarms were not fitted or were not…,

All new homes built, are required to have safety switches in the switchboard. Older homes, with older switchboards that still have fuses and circuit breakers, should be upgraded to include safety switches. Fuses and circuit breakers are designed to detect electrical current surges within the home. The main purpose of…,

We recently had a call from an elderly lady in Modbury Heights who wanted to be able to watch the TV in her bed during winter time because it would be warmer. Great idea we thought! She called us out for a free quote first because she was worried it…,

We recently discovered a possum living in a roof after we were called out to investigate why a house in Unley kept having electrical faults. About once a fortnight the electricity would go off. Our clients had tried everything to work out what was going on but would not solve…,

I think that I can hear your first question! Is this the same as reverse cycle air conditioning? Yes it is! Reverse cycle units keep you cool in summer and warm in winter. They can be installed as a ducted system (with the unit outside of the home or office)…,

Did you know that changing from normal lighting to LED lighting can save you loads of money? LED lights last for over 50 000 hours.  They also use far less electricity so you should see a measured decrease in your electrical bill each time in arrives. We regularly convert customers…,

Angela from Burnside called us to install an additional power point in her office. She had two power points on one side of the room but nothing on the other side. She has been putting off calling an electrician for months because she was worried it was going to be…,