Don’t Mix Water and Power – Pool Area Safety Tips

Key Safety Tips: Never keep extension cords or electrical appliances close to the pool. Keep all electrical appliances at least 10 feet away from water. Install Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) on each power point that is within 20 feet of the pool. These interrupters automatically cut off power if a fault is detected, preventing […]

How Many Power Points Is Too Many?

Where power points in your home or office are involved, how many is too many? The answer depends on lifestyle, electrical load, and safety factors. Being able to afford sufficient power points is handy and avoids overloading individual outlets, a fire risk. Having too many unnecessary power points, on the other hand, can make your […]

Baby-Proofing Your Power Points the Right Way

Maintaining your home safe for little adventurers means baby-proofing your power sockets. At Record Electrical, Canberra’s reliable electrician, we know the importance of making sure your child is safely protected from electrical danger without limiting the usability of your home. DIY covers are an option, but the ideal solution is to have a licensed installer […]

The Hidden Costs of Faulty Appliances

Faulty appliances may seem like light annoyances; however, they can lead to huge unseen costs that affect the safety of your home and your pockets. Faulty electrical appliances have the tendency to draw excess power, thus causing energy bills to increase without your knowledge. Even worse, they may lead to constant circuit tripping or switchboard […]

Why Every Home Should Have a Surge-Protected Switchboard

Every home should have the security and assurance of a surge-protected switchboard. Power surges, which are typically caused by lightning or sudden load changes, can damage your precious appliances and even pose fire risks. A surge-protected switchboard acts as a buffer, which absorbs these voltage spikes and maintains the safety and integrity of the electrical […]

How to Prep for a Home EV Charger Installation

Installation preparation for home EV chargers is a breeze with proper information and a reliable electrician. Here’s how you can prepare for seamless installation with Record Electrical, Canberra’s most trusted electrical professionals. Test your electrical infrastructureStart by making sure that your household electrical panel can handle the power needs of the charger. You might need […]

Electric vs. Gas Cooking – What’s Safer and Smarter?

Efficiency and safety are involved in the decision between electric and gas cooking. Electric stoves are safer as they do away with gas leaks and indoor air pollution hazards, which undermine respiratory health. Electric cooktops, particularly induction ones, provide more control of heat and a smooth, shiny surface that is simple to clean. They also […]

Why You Need Smoke Alarms in More Than One Room

Installation of multi-room smoke alarms is important to ensure home safety. Fires start in any room of a home and, based on a single smoke alarm, restrict early detection, thus risking lives and property. Utilizing multi-alarms enables early detection irrespective of the location of fire, thus giving extra time to react and exit safely. As […]

Three Signs Your House Isn’t Electrically Compliant

Is your house really electrically compliant? Here are three indications that it may not be-and why you must take action now. Experiencing heat from your outlet or switches is a serious sign of overloading or loose wire, which leads to fires. At Record Electrical, one of the most reliable electricians, we have expertise in complete […]

The Right Way to Use Extension Cords

Being careful about using extension cords safely is paramount to maintaining your home and family’s safety from electrical safety hazards. As the best electricians, we recommend these tips on how to use extension cords safely: Select the proper cord: Utilize extension cords suitable for your appliances’ power requirements and indoor or outdoor ratings. Don’t overload: […]