Keeping your children safe at home starts with a secure electrical system—especially your switchboard. As the heart of your home’s power supply, an outdated or exposed switchboard can pose serious risks to curious little hands. Here’s how you can make your switchboard child-safe: At Record Electrical, your family’s safety is our top priority. Our licensed […]
Lighting for a walk-in wardrobe is not merely looking at clothes; it is a matter of creating something that is functional and inviting. The best way to do that is by using custom-made, energy-saving lighting solutions that ensure that every outfit is easily identifiable and every accessory is highlighted. LED strip lighting is a trendy […]
Surge protection is a guard for your whole home. While plug-in strips only guard what you plug into them, whole-house surge protectors are installed at your switchboard, guarding all your outlets and appliances. That includes your TVs, refrigerators, computers, and even your heating and cooling system. They’re all shielded from violent voltage spikes. Top reasons to invest in surge protection this year: Guard your investments: New electronics are expensive to replace. Surge protection keeps them from being fried by surprise power surges. Prevent electrical fires: Surges produce excessive heat and sparks, which are prone to causing fires. A surge protector stops this from occurring and keeps your family and home protected. Extending the lifespan of appliances: Even […]
Canberra sunshine makes solar power an intelligent option for most homes. But to get the most out of your solar investment, a solar battery storage system is worth considering. With the price of electricity going up and feed-in tariffs coming down, storing your excess solar power means you can use your own energy 24/7—day and […]
Home addition planning is fun, but it’s so easy to forget one very important detail: your electrical plan. Whatever you’re adding onto – a new room, an expanded kitchen, or a home office – having the electrical installation completed in the beginning means your space is safe, efficient, and future-proof. A good electrical design involves […]
In the process of making residential or commercial property safe, safety switches are unavoidable tools. But in what way is a safety switch, and why is it indispensable to all Canberra property owners? A safety switch is a specific device charged with monitoring the passage of electric current through a wiring system. Its operation can […]
Is your home electrical wiring adequate for your current electrical demands? Older wiring is not only a hassle, but it is also unsafe. The following are five indicators that it is advisable that you contact Record Electrical for an assessment: Flickering or Dull LightsLight beams that constantly flicker or dim may indicate that your wiring cannot handle your current electrical load, especially if it happens when you have several appliances running. Colored or Warm Electrical OutletsHeat or color change at power points is an indication of defective or overloaded wiring, a potential fire cause that has to be corrected immediately. Overactive Circuit Breaker Trips Does your breaker keep tripping? This may indicate your circuits are overloaded or your wiring is faulty, both of which need to be fixed by a professional. […]
Considering doing some electrical work yourself in Canberra? DIY is great, but electrical work is not. In Australia, there are very restrictive laws that dictate who is actually allowed to do electrical work on your business or home. A lot of your electrical work—wiring, installing power points, switchboard upgrades—has to be done by a licensed […]
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 […]
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 […]