Electrical News

Home Security Australians are increasingly worried by the threat of home or business intrusion/burglary and the subsequent emotional and financial impact of a break-in. Business Security Queensland Police cite on their website: "To make your business more secure and less attractive to criminal activity, consider the following: Security Lighting External night lighting will enable police, security […]

Keeping energy costs down over the hot Summer months doesn't mean sweltering in the heat. We are all concerned about rising energy costs and the impact this is having on our household budget. We can make a positive difference to our electricity bill by implementing a few small changes to our choices and routines around […]

What exactly is the difference between a surge protector and an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) unit? You could be forgiven for not knowing what a UPS is, but a UPS could potentially save you thousands of dollars. Surge Protectors Surge protectors provide electrical protection by dissipating any excess power (surges) and preventing it from reaching […]

Are you aware that new smoke alarm legislation commenced in Queensland on 1 January 2017? Did you also know that when you sleep your sense of smell shuts down? As it turns out, the phrase 'wake up and smell the coffee' is true. You can only smell the coffee after you have woken up. Not […]

There is a very simple answer to the question - "When do I need an electrician?" The answer is always - you should never have any electrical work done on your home unless that work is performed by a Licensed Electrician or a Registered Electrical Contractor. Without proper qualifications you cannot really do more than […]

The importance of having your home rewired if faulty wiring is suspect should never be underestimated. If your home is more than 60 years old you should definitely consider having your wiring inspected. Old, outdated wiring or wiring which has deteriorated can be extremely dangerous.