Diagnosing Common Electrical Problems

Posted on 16 September 2015

The electrical wiring within your home is something that you rely on each day. From keeping your appliances functioning to allowing your water tank to heat water, the electricity in your home is essential. No matter how old the electrical wiring in your home may be, it is possible for issues to arise from time to time. You do not have to be a professional electrician in order to analyse and diagnose the issue. [Read More]

What You Need To Know About Fibre Optic Cables

Posted on 16 September 2015

If you are thinking about upgrading your residential cabling system by installing fibre optic cables, there are several things you need to know before you can decide if the upgrade is worth it. So to help you firm up your knowledge, here are some important facts about fibre optic cables. Glass Construction -- Fibre optic cables are made from extruded glass fibres that are heat-treated in very high temperatures to harden the glass and make it much stronger than standard glass. [Read More]

Five Safety Steps You Need to Take If Your Leaky Roof Is Affecting Your Light Fixtures

Posted on 10 September 2015

A leaking roof can cause a lot of damage and depending on the route of the leak, it can even affect your electrics. If you find water pooling in a light fixture or dripping through it, you need to move forward carefully. Here's what you need to do: 1. Remember water is a conductor Keep in mind that water is a conductor. If you see water pooling in a light fixture, do not reach for the switch to turn that fixture off. [Read More]

Home Safety Tips from Professional Electricians

Posted on 9 September 2015

Electricians hear a huge amount of preventable, yet tragic stories about electrical accidents, accidents that could easily have been circumvented with the most basic knowledge about the electrical systems in your home. While it is true that accidents can happen no matter how attentive you are, you can ultimately minimise their occurrence risks. Here is how. Cord Safety Whenever you have to install new power cords for electrical equipment, you should never ever nail or staple them in place. [Read More]

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Simple Wiring Projects for Home Repairs: Electrical Tips and Ideas

Welcome to my blog. My name is Connie, and a few years ago, I had water leaking through my roof. It got all muddled with the electrics, and one of my fixtures stopped working. After I got the roof repaired and let the electrics dry out, I managed to rewire the fixture myself. It felt like quite the triumph as I have never wired anything before. I decided to create a blog to help others who may be interested in doing basic electrical projects, so in between driving the kids to soccer, walking the dog and weeding my garden, I plan to post here. I hope you enjoy it.

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