How to protect your home against power surges

Perhaps this has already happened to you or someone you know – there’s a bad storm with lightning strikes, the power cuts out, then quickly returns. But when you try to turn on your computer, it’s stopped working. Lightning has hit a power line causing an abrupt rise…

Essentials: What to do during a power outage

The power supply in Australia is generally considered to be very reliable, and power outages are usually over almost as soon as they begin. However, if a natural disaster such as severe flooding or a bushfire has occurred, a power failure can last a lot longer, from a few days …

Portable generator – Does your home need one?

Typically, a portable generator isn’t an appliance you seriously consider purchasing until you really need one. Unfortunately, a home generator sitting in a shop is no help at all when you’re experiencing an extended power outage! You can imagine the scenario…

Electrical safety in the home: Proper use of extension

Extension cords are common items found in many homes, so common in fact that they can easily be taken for granted and not be included in the usual homeowner’s electrical safety checklist. In fact, with continuous use under the wrong conditions, an extension cord can cause a potentially…

How to set up a home theatre system

Home theatre systems used to be something you’d see in magazine profiles of celebrity homes but they are becoming a lot more common as audio-visual technology becomes more affordable. If you have just bought a new TV with all the latest features, you’ll want to make the most of it …

Boost electrical safety at home – Tips by Electricians Today

Easy ways to boost electrical safety in your home We all know important electricity is. It plays a major role in everyday life. It warms and cools your home, it allows you to heat food and water, and gives you light. But it can also be dangerous, especially…

The cost effective way to boost workplace health: Fans

Whether you’re considering installing exhaust fans to remove harmful fumes, or using ceiling fans to moderate the temperature in your workplace, an efficient ventilation system installed by a licensed Melbourne electrician can make your workplace safer…

Home Automation Systems: What You Need to Know

Home automation systems have been talked about for years now, but they haven’t really become popular until recently. Now the rough edges have been smoothed away and a home automation system is an affordable option for controlling things like lights and appliances…

Emergency Lights: Not Just for Aircraft!

When you think of exit lighting or emergency lighting, you likely think of the row of lights that marches along the floor of an aircraft to show passengers the way to the door in an emergency. Emergency lights operate on a system that doesn’t require electricity, so if…

How to spot faulty wiring

If you live in an older house, you’ll be aware that they sometimes need extra special attention. This is particularly relevant when it comes to the house’s electrical wiring. Unfortunately, faulty wiring isn’t always obvious, but there are a few signs that can be a good indication there…

Tips on Electrical Safety During Renovations

If you’ve been living in the same house for quite some time or have recently purchased an older home that needs a bit of work, renovations are probably on your mind. While renovating your home is often an exciting journey, it can also be dangerous…

Are you protected by an RCD safety switch?

An RCD safety switch, otherwise known as a residual current device, is an electrical wiring safety measure that detects an imbalance in an electric current and rapidly disconnects the circuit to help stop an electrocution causing severe injury or death. For example, if a person…

Why your home needs working smoke detectors

There are more than 50 fatalities as a result of preventable house fires in Australia each year. That’s a shocking statistic. Especially when they could have been prevented with a working smoke detector. A working smoke detector can help ensure a quick response to the fire emergency, and…

Get ready for spring with outdoor lighting Melbourne

Spring means warmer weather and the chance to get back outside after hibernating indoors over Winter. It’s not quite Spring yet but before the weather warms up, it’s a good idea to take care of any maintenance issues in your outdoor areas – particularly your outdoor lighting. Melbourne…

A systematic approach to electrical fault finding

Electrical faults can cause extensive damage to your appliances, and can even start a fire in your home. If you are not in the habit of regularly checking over your home for signs of an electrical fault, it is worth making the time. That way, you can catch…

Keep everyone safe with electrical maintenance Melbourne

If you want to keep your appliances working for longer, and avoid any safety issues, it is a good idea to schedule regular electrical maintenance. Melbourne electricians can check over your appliances, and the electrical wiring in your home, to inspect for signs of wear and tear, or…

Keep warm in the bathroom with an IXL heater

Jumping out of a hot shower only to find yourself in a cold bathroom can be quite a shock! With the weather set to get colder soon, it is a good idea to start thinking now about installing any new bathroom heating options. Infrared heaters are a popular…

Electrical Services TIP: How to choose a ceiling fan

Staying cool in the warmer weather can be a challenge at the best of times. If you are feeling the heat but don’t want to have the expense of running your air conditioning every day ceiling fans can be a good solution. There are number of different types…

Getting the most from your Melbourne electrician

If you have called a Melbourne electrician chances are you have an electrical problem that needs fixing. You could be building or renovating and probably co-ordinating multiple tradespeople and tight deadlines. Unnecessary delays or miscommunications can…

How to choose between electrical companies

We tend to take for granted the electrical wiring and equipment in our homes and workplaces – well, until a failure or outage reminds us how much we depend on electricity! It’s important to find an electrical contractor whom you can trust to provide the level of service…

Why you should never attempt DIY electrical repairs

There are few things more satisfying than standing back to admire a DIY job well done. Learning DIY skills and applying them to jobs around the house is personally rewarding, and can also save you money. Some DIY skills can be learnt by trial and error, and you…

The secret to cutting your energy bills? An eco-electrician!

Energy that has been generated by burning fossil fuels contributes significantly to global warming, and it is one of the most urgent issues that we face today. The goal of environmentally aware people is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by changing their pattern of energy…

Don’t get zapped because of a faulty safety switch

Master Electricians Australia say 15 people are killed and 300 hundred people are hospitalized each year due to electrical shocks that could have easily been prevented by safety switches. A safety switch is designed to cut off electrical current within a few milliseconds of a surge…

Not all electricians are the same

There’s a real difference between a typical sparky and a Master Electrician. Master Electricians are accredited to the highest level. They are also required to adhere to a strict code of ethics and offer their customers a 12-month guarantee on their work. Sounds good so far…