Don’t risk winter power problems
Don’t risk winter power problems. [Messenger Newspapers article – appearing 26/4/17] The dark days of winter put a big strain on household electrical systems, so it is time to get ready now. If your house has ongoing power fluctuations, call in a licensed electrician. The same applies if the house is more than 25 years…
Multiple Safety Switches are the go !
There is no question that safety switches are considered a vital part of modern domestic and commercial electrical supply. “Safety switches are the most significant change you can make to protect you and your family from electric shock,” the SA Government advises. “While it is not mandatory to have safety switches in older homes, it…
Safety switch tripping ?
A safety switch should be tested at least once or twice a year to ensure they are in good working order. Some models have a written instruction to test monthly, underlining the importance of ensuring they are operating properly. If they are not put through a regular test operation the internals can become slow to…
Safety switches should be tested
While it is important to call a licensed electrician if you are experiencing regular tripping of your safety switch, there are some simple things a householder can do in a one-off situation. If just one of the circuit breakers has tripped, that indicates an appliance on that circuit is faulty. For example, a toaster or…
Warning! Christmas wiring overload
Christmas lights Many households will be putting up decorations and lighting at Christmas time. While it looks beautiful and exudes holiday charm, this could lead to an overload of electrical systems which can cause fires. A few thousand fires are reported every christmas caused by overloads and about half of these fires occur during the holiday season.…
