In a time where the farthest we can go outside of our homes is our own backyards, gardens, or decks, it’s nice to spruce it up with some outdoor lighting so you can enjoy a relaxing time. You most probably already have some sort of lighting installed for your outdoor area for safety purposes, but it’s time to consider adding ambient lighting as well as functional lighting. Ambient lighting transforms your deck or garden to a space you can have…
Energy Efficiency
4 Reasons to Install Powerpoints with USB Ports
- July 30, 2020
- Digital, Electrician Tips, Energy Efficiency, Tech
So many of our gadgets today are charged through USB cables and connectors. Between smartphones, tablets, earpods, cameras and smartwatches, one household alone can have up to twenty of these devices. Did you know that charging them using adapters can result in your electrical circuits overloading, which causes power shortages and sometimes fires? Do away with your charging adapters and upgrade your powerpoints at home to ones with built-in USB ports. Installing them has a number of benefits that may…
The Importance of Electrical Safety during Winter
- July 14, 2020
- Electrician Tips, Energy Efficiency, Safety Checks
In the colder months, appliances such as heaters, electric blankets, slow cookers, and kettles start getting used more. These devices require a lot of energy and put a lot of strain on the electrical circuits around your home. It’s important to have the proper safety devices installed to prevent overloading your circuit which can cause fires. Safety switches are an indispensable addition to any home. Don’t wait for winter to arrive before having yours checked and properly maintained. Safety Switches…
5 Electrician Tips to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
- May 7, 2020
- Electrician Tips, Energy Efficiency
An energy efficient home doesn’t just save you money, it’s good for the environment too. That’s something we can all get behind. Here are our electrician’s tips on making your home more energy efficient. LED lights consume between 25% to 80% less energy than regular incandescent bulbs. 1. Use LED Lights LED lights consume between 25% to 80% less energy than regular incandescent bulbs. They’re also brighter and last longer. And even if they use less energy, turning them off…