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admin / 22 Jul , 2025

How to Choose the Right Lighting for Your Home

Lighting does more than just brighten up a room; it sets the mood, adds comfort, and changes how your home feels. The right lighting can make a small space look bigger, create a cosy atmosphere in your living room, or add elegance to your dining area. It also plays a practical role by making tasks …

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admin / 02 Jun , 2025

7 Essential Electrical Tips for Home Solar Power Installation

Switching to solar power is one of the best investments a homeowner can make today. Not only does it dramatically reduce electricity bills but it also encourages environmental sustainability. With rising energy bills and a greater emphasis on lowering carbon footprints, solar panels are becoming more popular among Australian families. However, installing a solar system …

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admin / 06 May , 2025

How Often Should You Check And Replace Fire Alarms?

When was the last time you checked your fire alarm? If you had to think about it, it’s probably been too long. Fire alarms are our first line of defence against house fires as they help alert people before a certain fire hazard becomes a life threatening situation. But they can only do their job …

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admin / 03 Mar , 2025

Installing an EV Charger at Home: What You Need to Know

Electric vehicles (EVs) have arrived and are revolutionising driving; they are no longer a thing of the future. However, purchasing an EV involves more than simply avoiding gas stations; you also need to make sure that your home has a good charging system. Imagine putting your car in overnight after a long day, waking up …

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admin / 15 Jan , 2025

Understanding Circuit Breakers: What Homeowners Need To Know

Preventing potential electrical hazards is one of the major concerns in Australian households. According to the latest statistics, electrical faults are the leading causes of house fires across the nation. In NSW, electrical appliances and faults cause around 40% of home fires—that sounds perilous. However, with awareness and the right measures, you can keep your …

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admin / 27 Dec , 2024

Childproof Your Home: 7 Key Electrical Safety Tips

Any parent or guardian’s top priority is their kid’s safety. A home is considered one of the safest places for the family, especially kids. However, it is important to childproof your home to prevent potential injuries and serious accidents. While hiding sharp objects and securing cabinets and staircases is common, most parents often forget about …

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admin / 22 Mar , 2023

Top Reasons To Avoid DIY Electrical Work

No one likes to call professionals for trivial electrical work, as most people think DIY is the best option. It is time and money-saving, but only in some cases. According to the AIHW 2022 data, 69% causes of hospitalisation happened due to electricity when the reasons for injury were air pressure and electricity. Therefore, doing …

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admin / 24 Jan , 2023

Important Things To Do During A Power Outage

According to reports, each household in Australia suffers at least 200 minutes of outages per year, whether planned or unplanned. Power outages can occur due to a surge in demand and supply, severe weather conditions, bushfires, technical faults or tree branches that hit your powerlines. Thus, it is important to be prepared for a blackout …

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admin / 26 Dec , 2022

How GFCIs And Electrical Circuit Breakers Work?

Living your life without electricity and electronics is unimaginable. The amenity and devices make modern-day life comfortable. However, accidents can happen anytime, resulting in mild or severe electrical shock. Electricity/air pressure is among the 15 main causes of injury in Australia. In 2020-21, 70% of hospitalisation in this category was due to exposure to electric current. …

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