There is no doubt that safety switches save lives, however approximately 15 Australians are still killed each year due to electrical accidents in the home and over 300 people are hospitalised. 25 years ago it became mandatory to have Safety Switches installed in Queensland in all new builds and also where electric circuits are altered …
We all know that smoke alarms save lives: early detection of smoke or flames is the key to getting all of the occupants out of the building safely. Despite this, there have still been over 150 tragic deaths from house fires in Queensland over the last decade—which is why the government has now introduced legislation …
Photoelectric smoke alarms: what you should know, and why they’re now mandatory Read More
Choosing the correct home lighting can be tricky – downlights, pendants, up lights, lamps…..too many choices right?! The right lighting can modernise a home, highlight artwork or architectural features and make your house feel warm and inviting.Bad lighting will change the colours of the furniture and walls and even worse can cause headaches and make …
Home lighting – 6 top tips to create maximum impact Read More
The Australian summer is long and hot, which has many of us cranking up the AC to get a bit of relief. Especially here in Queensland air conditioners really are a must-have. However, it’s not necessary to use the AC all the time or on full power. It’s far from cost-effective and nobody likes getting …
12 Tips to Cool your Home and Reduce Your Electricity Bill Read More
Whether you just need a lightbulb changed or you’re doing a full re-wire, having to find a tradie who is reliable is critical.We have all been there, waiting at home for hours for a tradesman only to have them not turn up at all. It makes your blood boil. Or they do turn up and …
Find a Tradie: 5 steps to finding a reliable tradesman Read More
A third year electrical apprentice died last month while carrying out weekend electrical work unsupervised in the roof of a friends house. This is a sad and poignant reminder to us all about the dangers of unqualified people attempting electrical work. Here are my top tips on keeping your family safe in the home.1. Install …