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How can I prepare my home for electric vehicle charging?

September 24, 2024

When it comes to purchasing your first electric vehicle, you have to determine the best way to charge it. Yes you can use a standard 3-pin plug socket, but there are numerous benefits ...

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What should I do if my light fixtures are flickering?

September 23, 2024

At some point, most home and business owners will experience lights flickering. In fact, it's fairly common. Most of the time you think nothing about it and the problem goes without ...

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How can I add more electrical outlets to a room?

September 20, 2024

There are times when you want to spice things up in your home, maybe turning your furniture around to make your living space more functional, the only problem is when you move your ...

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What are the risks of DIY electrical work?

September 19, 2024

DIY projects offer an opportunity to improve your home's value, while saving money. But there is one time when DIY is not the right way forward, that is when it comes to electric ...

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How can I upgrade my home for better electrical performance?

September 18, 2024

When you upgrade your home's electrical system, you are ensuring safety, while enhancing functionality and convenience. Whether you are planning a minor renovation or a large-scale ...

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What are the advantages of three-phase power systems?

September 17, 2024

Three-phase alternating current (AC) power is used to deliver electricity to data centres, commercial, and industrial buildings that house machinery that requires a lot of power ...

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How do I know if my home has enough electrical capacity for modern appliances?

September 16, 2024

UK homes used to receive 240v electricity supply until a few years ago, when it was reduced to 230v. The reduction enables you to use appliances that require 220v. Other than a ...

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How can I prevent electrical shocks in my home?

September 13, 2024

We all know how important it is to protect our homes from electrical hazards, yet very few home owners take proactive measures to prevent electric shock injuries. It's important, as ...

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What are the steps to take if there's a power outage?

September 12, 2024

Power outages are frustrating, especially in busy households that rely heavily on power for comfort and safety. The British weather can cause havoc during winter, including causing ...

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What are the latest trends in home electrical automation?

September 11, 2024

We live in a world where technology has introduced new innovation, making our homes smarter. Smart homes are those equipped with electrical systems, appliances, and devices that are ...

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How can I reduce my electricity bills with better wiring?

September 10, 2024

Have you noticed your electricity bill is climbing? Cutting down on your energy consumption may help, but you may find that unplugging certain appliances and turning off the lights ...

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What are the best practices for using extension cords safely?

September 9, 2024

Extension cords can be lifesavers when working in a room without many plug sockets, or when you need extra sockets for a short period of time. Even though extension cords can be ...

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How do I properly maintain my electrical appliances?

September 6, 2024

A clean and functional home includes ensuring your household appliances are in good condition. From your fridge responsible for storing all your groceries to your washing machine ...

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What is the difference between a fuse and a circuit breaker?

September 5, 2024

Protecting your electrical devices, along with your own protection, is essential when it comes to the electrics within your home. There are differences when it comes to fuse and ...

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How can I ensure my home is electrically safe for children?

September 4, 2024

Children are naturally inquisitive and interested in everything. As they start crawling and walking, they will explore every crevice in your home. While this is fun and adorable ...

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What are the benefits of installing solar panels?

September 3, 2024

Solar energy has been a hot topic for some time now with the amount of solar connected to the electrical grid growing exponentially in the past few years. Over 1.4 million homes ...

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How do I choose the right generator for my home or business?

September 2, 2024

There are so many different generator options that you can use in your home or business, it can be very confusing when making your selection. Before we dig deeper into how ...

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What should I do if my electrical outlets are sparking?

August 30, 2024

Chances are you have already experienced your electrical outlets sparking at some point. A blue spark is seen when you plug in an appliance. In most cases, this is completely ...

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How can I identify if my circuit breaker needs replacement?

August 29, 2024

The circuit breaker in your home can last for decades when it is properly maintained and installed. If you see any signs that your circuit breaker is not working properly ...

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What are the most common causes of electrical outages?

August 28, 2024

Electricity has become indispensable to our lives. We rely on electricity to work, for leisure, and at home. Our lives depend on a constant supply of electricity, so even a ...

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How can I safely use electrical appliances in my home?

August 27, 2024

Our household appliances have become essential to our daily lives. We rely on our appliances for washing our clothing, cooking, heating our homes, entertainment, and more. Modern ...

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What are the benefits of regular electrical maintenance?

August 26, 2024

Your electrical systems supports you, your family, and your home throughout the day and night. It helps you enjoy light in the night, while keeping your meats frozen, and your ...

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How often should I replace my smoke detectors?

August 23, 2024

It is generally recommended that you replace your smoke alarms every five to ten years. If you are unsure of the age of your smoke alarm, have a look at the manufacturing date code ...

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What are the signs of a faulty electrical panel?

August 22, 2024

Thirty eight percent of UK homes can be dated back to before 1946, which means that your circuit breaker may not support the modern appliances and devices you use today. This can ...

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How can I troubleshoot common electrical problems?

August 21, 2024

Electrical issues in the home is a worrying experience. They can damage appliances, and they can cause risks to your home and your family,. Have you noticed your electricity bill ...

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What should I do if I experience frequent electrical surges?

August 20, 2024

Power surges are the most common electrical problem, they can also be seriously damaging. Power surges occur when the electricity in a building is interrupted, then starts again ...

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How can I protect my home from electrical fires?

August 19, 2024

One of the most common causes of property damage in homes and business across the United Kingdom is electrical fires. In fact, close to 19,500 accidental fires were reported in 2020 ...

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What are the benefits of smart home electrical systems?

August 16, 2024

Technology is constantly evolving and the concept of a smart home electric system has become something that any home can incorporate with ease and confidence. Smart home technology ...

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What factors affect the cost of a home rewiring project?

August 15, 2024

Home rewiring projects are major undertakings that involves the replacement of outdated and faulty electrical wiring, ensuring the safety and functionality of the electrical ...

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How do I choose the right EV charge point for my home?

August 14, 2024

Environmentally conscious consumers are now switching to electric vehicles (EV), in order to save on costs and improving their carbon footprint. When you make the change to an ...

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What are the advantages of upgrading to LED lighting?

August 13, 2024

The average house with one or two people can spend in excess of £86 per month on electricity. Those that are not using energy-efficient lighting, may find they are paying more ...

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How can I prepare my home for an electrical inspection?

August 12, 2024

Homeowners want to ensure their homes are safe. Preventing disaster is important, which is why you want to have a professional electrical inspection on a regular basis. In the ...

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What is the process for obtaining an electrical certification?

August 9, 2024

Electrical Safety Certificates are generated after an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) has been carried out on your property. Valid certificates must be kept up to ...

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What safety measures should be taken during electrical installations?

August 8, 2024

Your home is powered by energy, but are you practising electrical and appliance safety? Electricity is a main cause of accidental fires in United Kingdom homes, accounting to more ...

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How can I improve the energy efficiency of my electrical system?

August 7, 2024

These days, energy conservation has become more important than ever before. Having the opportunity to enhance the energy efficiency of your electrical system is very beneficial ...

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What Are the Most Common Electrical Issues in Older Homes?

August 6, 2024

One of the most common electrical issues in older homes across the UK is circuit overloads. These happen when you have too many electrical devices plugged into a single circuit ...

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How Can I Ensure My Electrical Installation Complies with Current Regulations?

August 5, 2024

Electrical regulations have evolved in the United Kingdom. They ensure any electrical installations are efficient and safe. The first IET Wiring Regulations, also known as BS 7671 ...

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What Are the Benefits of Hiring a NICEIC Approved Electrician?

August 2, 2024

NICEIC approved electricians have the skills and expertise to complete your project to the finest quality and on time. There are numerous things to consider when it comes to your ...

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What Should I Look For When Choosing an Electrician for a Commercial Project?

August 1, 2024

It is important to choose the right electrician when it comes to a commercial project, whether you want to remodel your entire building or just a certain area within the building ...

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How Much Electric Underfloor Heating Do I Need?

July 31, 2024

There are some rules you can follow when it comes to measuring for electric underfloor heating. It is also important to note, that there are some important rules you need to know that ...

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How is Electric Underfloor Heating Connected?

July 30, 2024

This is a very common question asked by home-owners or property builders, and our answers is always the same. We recommend that any electrical work with electric underfloor heating be ...

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How is Electric Underfloor Heating Installed?

July 29, 2024

Electric underfloor heating systems have increased in popularity, both in new builds and renovations, thanks to the announcement that gas radiators are to be banned from all new builds in ...

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How to Lay Electric Underfloor Heating

July 26, 2024

As technology evolves, so do we. With advancements in technology, just managing your home has become easier than ever before, giving you control of your home with a touch of your smart phone ...

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Can Hive Control Electric Underfloor Heating?

July 25, 2024

As technology evolves, so do we. With advancements in technology, just managing your home has become easier than ever before, giving you control of your home with a touch of your smart phone ...

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How Electric Underfloor Heating Works?

July 24, 2024

Underfloor heating was originally seen as a luxury item. Over the past few years, more home owners are seeing how underfloor heating can efficiently keep your home warm. Unlike gas radiators ...

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Can You Put Electric Underfloor Heating in a Wet Room?

July 23, 2024

There is nothing worse than getting out of a nice warm shower on a cold night, only to be hit by a wave of cold air. Bathrooms and wet rooms become the coldest rooms in any home. Often they have ...

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Can You Lay Electric Underfloor Heating on Plywood?

July 22, 2024

If you are in the process of planning a new home build in the near future, it's important to note that of 2025 gas radiators will be banned on all new builds. What does this mean for you? It means ...

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Can You Cut Electric Underfloor Heating?

July 19, 2024

Electric underfloor heating comes in two options; you can have heating mats or heating cables. For irregularly shaped rooms with fixed objects to work around, you will benefit from a ...

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Can You Lay Electric Underfloor Heating on Concrete?

July 18, 2024

Up until recently, electric underfloor heating was considered a luxury feature in homes. Today it is more affordable than before, and with gas radiators being banned from new UK based homes from ...

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Can You Repair Electric Underfloor Heating?

July 17, 2024

One of the first things many homeowners ask before installing electric underfloor heating is whether it can be repaired. What happens if something goes wrong? It's understandable, as electric ...

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Can You Put Electric Underfloor Heating Under Vinyl Flooring?

July 16, 2024

Electric underfloor heating provides an effective way to warm your home on cold days. This type of heating creates a heating bank across the entire floor, helping to warm the room to a comfortable ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating Go Under Carpets?

July 15, 2024

When most people think of electric underfloor heating, the first thing that comes into your mind is a wonderfully heated tiled bathroom floor. Did you now that electric underfloor heating can ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating be Plugged In?

July 12, 2024

Due to the high demand for electric underfloor heating, they have become more affordable. In addition to this, it is very easy to install. With Defra announcing that gas radiators will not be allowed ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating be Repaired?

July 11, 2024

The demand for electric underfloor heating is on the rise in the UK, after Defra announced that gas radiators will be banned in new builds from 2025. The biggest question we are asked by our ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating Go Under Laminate Flooring?

July 10, 2024

Laminate flooring has become a popular choice for anyone that wants to replicate wood or stone flooring without the maintenance required for wood or stone. Laminate flooring offers excellent ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating Go Under Vinyl Flooring?

July 9, 2024

When you want to add electric underfloor heating to your home, you need to choose the right floor covering. Vinyl flooring works very well with this type of heating system. While vinyl is not ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating be Laid on Floorboards?

July 8, 2024

Underfloor heating is growing in popularity as an excellent way to heat your home, saving money on energy bills. As of 2025, new homes will have to look at alternative heating methods to the ...

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Can Underfloor Heating Heat a Room?

July 5, 2024

It is essential to have a good heating system in your home, especially during the cold winter months. Have you been thinking of adding underfloor heating to your home? Maybe you are renovating ...

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Can Electric Underfloor Heating Replace Radiators?

July 4, 2024

In the United Kingdom, radiators have been the automatic choice when it comes to heating your home. These systems carry hot water from your boiler to each radiator you have turned on in your ...

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Is Electric Underfloor Heating Reliable?

July 3, 2024

In the past, underfloor heating was considered a luxury, only affordable by high income homes. Today, underfloor is part of most of our lives, an affordable luxury that can be used to keep your home ...

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Are Underfloor Heating Mats Expensive to Run?

July 2, 2024

In order to curb CO2 emission targets, the UK government's plan is to ban gas bottles in new builds by 2025. This, combined with electricity being reduced in the SAP 10 guidelines to align with gas ...

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What Are the First Things to Remember When Installing CCTV?

July 1, 2024

CCTV has become an essential part of homes and businesses, as crime rates continue to increase. There are more than seven hundred and seventy million CCTV cameras used for surveillance ...

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What are the Requirements for CCTV Installation?

June 28, 2024

The population is increasing by the year, as a result, so is the crime rate, especially when it comes to theft. This makes people feel insecure when travelling, whether it's meeting friends ...

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What are the Things to Consider When Installing CCTV Cameras?

June 27, 2024

The demand for CCTV systems is on the rise throughout the United Kingdom. When planning a CCTV camera installation, it is essential that you use a reputable and experienced company with ...

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How Often Does Electrical Wiring Need to be Replaced?

June 26, 2024

Over eight thousand house fires occur in the United Kingdom every day due to old or faulty wiring. Home owners put a high demand on their electrical systems than we did when the house was first ...

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How do I Know if My House Needs to be Rewired?

June 25, 2024

If you think your home may need rewiring, you probably have a few questions. Homes need rewiring every twenty five years. If you live in an older property or you are worried about the wiring in ...

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When Does Your House Need Rewiring?

June 24, 2024

Faulty electrics can be a serious fire hazard in your home, leading to damage of property, injury, and in some serious situations, it can be fatal. Modern electrical rewiring has to meet strict ...

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How Often Should I Test My Electrical Installation?

June 21, 2024

Most people assume that their electrical installations are permanent. Once they are set up they don't have to worry about maintenance. Unfortunately this is far from the truth. You may have hired ...

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How Often Should Commercial Electrical Connections Be Tested?

June 20, 2024

Commercial properties need to comply to safety and compliance regulations when it comes to their electrical connections. This means securing an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) ...

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