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If you’re looking to save money on utility bills, the place to start is looking for areas in your home where you can save energy. There are a number of things you can do, from reducing the amount of heating you use to keep your home warm, to improving the insulation of your property, and even using energy saving appliances. It’s just a matter of being clever with what you use in your home and how you use it.
Read MoreAs you can imagine, the elderly are extremely vulnerable and electrical accidents naturally pose a greater risk to them in many cases. Often, the homes of the elderly are in a state of disrepair and lack modern facilities. If they don’t meet certain safety standards, then the whole house can be a danger zone.
Read MoreIf you live in rented property you’re at the mercy of the landlords and if they’re not up to the job of making sure you’re safe in terms of gas and electric, then you’re in trouble. You could be at risk of being involved in an accident at any time, so you need to make sure your landlords are doing everything they can to ensure your safety. In this post, we’re going to be looking at electrical safety advice, so it’s useful to a tenant and if you’re a landlord.
Read MoreBy making sure you have a reliable burglar alarm, you could save yourself money and distress of having your home broken into. Nobody wants to go through the stress of having to deal with a burglary, so by making sure your home is secure, this type of break in can be avoided.
Read MoreCCTV cameras act as a deterrent as well as helping you to capture footage of would-be criminals who venture on to your property. They can range from simple security systems to more sophisticated technology, and if you run a business, it's crucial you invest in some good quality CCTV equipment. Today in this post, we're going to be taking a look at the benefits of having CCTV cameras on your property and why its important.
Read MoreEICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report and its a periodic electrical inspection of your property to make sure everything is working as it should. It examines all electrical installations, reporting any faults that need to be rectified. This report is governed by the British Standard 7671 and this must be adhered to while the inspection is being carried out.
Read MoreOnce you've finished with an electrical appliance do you find yourself wondering how to dispose of it? It is a bit of a minefield, because you know it's probably not a good idea to put it in your bin as it will end up on a landfill site. That's not good. An electrical appliance decomposes on a landfill site over time, it can contaminate the soil and water.
Read MoreIf you're looking to hire an electrician in Edinburgh then you're probably looking for skills, qualifications and training. Naturally, experience, knowledge and expertise are all important factors. What we're suggesting today in this post, is that you choose a Select registered electrician to install your electrical installations and to repair your electrical faults. Select is one of the most influential and most trustworthy organisations in Scotland, so read on to find out more about them, and why it's in your interests to hire Select registered electricians.
Read MoreOne of the most important responsibilities as a landlord is to ensure your tenants safety throughout the duration of their tenancy. There are many different ways you can do this, but today's focus will be on smoke alarms. It is now required that a landlord is to make sure each apartment or house has a smoke alarm, and that is what we will be talking about today. As well as smoke alarms, from 1st December of last year (2015), landlords were required to have carbon monoxide alarms fitted where there was a fixed combustion appliance. This is an add on to the requirement to have smoke alarms.
Read MoreChoosing an electrician can be a minefield. It's important that you choose the right one, because if you end up with someone who doesn't really know what he's doing, you could put your family's lives at risk. That's one risk not worth taking, so why don't you read our guide on choosing an electrician in Edinburgh, and find one that helps you to solve your electrical problems safely.
Read MoreSince may of 2015, new legislation means that homeowners and landlords have to prove that all new electrical work and changes to existing wiring meet with the new rules, and your local authority now have the right to remove or force you to change any electrical work you have carried out if it doesn’t. It’s important therefore that you contract an electrician in Edinburgh that is registered with a government approved scheme, otherwise known as a ‘registered installer’, for all electrical work carried out in your home.
Read MoreWe are surrounded by electrical appliances in our homes and so it’s important to understand the risks involved, especially to children. However, that said, there aren’t as many injuries per year involving electricity like electric shocks as you might think. In fact, there is on average less than 60 children (under 15 years old) admitted to hospital after an electric shock per annum, compared to almost 50,000 being admitted due to falls.
Read MoreElectricity is a vital part of modern life, but it can cause fire, injury, and even death. Ensuring that your electrics are in good working condition doesn’t take much effort, and it can save you from serious consequences. Here’s a quick look at what you need to consider in order to make your home safe. If you find a fault, or aren’t sure about something, get in touch with a qualified Edinburgh electrician.
Read MoreChristmas should be a magical time of year. But one small oversight, or a tiny electrical fault could spoil everything. From electric lights and decorations to fresh Christmas trees, Christmas brings with it a whole host of additional fire hazards. There’s no need for safety fears to take the joy out of Christmas. All you need is to exercise a little extra caution, and you can enjoy the festive period while avoiding any accidents. Here are some tips from an electrician in Edinburgh about staying safe this Christmas.
Read MoreSmall problems with the electrics on your business premises could hint at bigger issues with your wiring. In the case of faulty wiring, damaged cabling and fixtures will need to be removed so that new, safe wiring can be installed. There are no guidelines set in stone regarding when a property has to be rewired. However there are some simple things to look out for, and an electrician in Edinburgh can always provide a professional opinion after a thorough inspection of your premises.
Read MoreElectricity can be very dangerous when it goes wrong. Electrical work on your premises is not the kind of thing you want or can afford to have done badly. Poor workmanship, cheap components, or unfinished jobs can be inconvenient and even cause serious risks. How would your business cope if someone received a serious electric shock or the premises caught fire due to a faulty electrical installation? There could be serious financial and criminal penalties.
Read MoreLED - which stands for light emitting diode - lighting is a vast improvement upon previous technologies. More and more businesses are using commercial LED lighting. It creates a more comfortable, practical environment, while being environmentally friendly and helping to cut costs.
Read MoreElectric central heating offers a whole host of benefits to homeowners. It can be a real asset to your home and your finances, providing you with an affordable and convenient way of staying warm and comfortable all year round
Read MoreOnce this report has been carried out, you should be given a copy of the report. This will include the date the inspection was carried out. The address of your house, the name and address of the landlord, if this is applicable, and the name and address of the electrician who’s carried out the inspection. Importantly, this should include evidence of the electrician’s competence to carry out the inspection.
Read MoreYou probably only ever pay attention to your fusebox when a switch is tripped. Also called fuse boards or consumer units, the fusebox sits away in a corner somewhere, quietly keeping you safe from the potential dangers of electricity. Should something go wrong, it is your fusebox that will protect you from the risk of electrocution or fire.
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