No Shock Blog

10 October 2023

At No Shock, we’ve been on a journey of better. It’s a continuous process of improvement and growth, striving to become a better version of ourselves and our business. We’ve been working with a trades coach, and one of the outcomes is ‘the four pillars of No Shock’.

9 October 2023

Maintaining electrical systems is integral to maintaining the function of a business. Electricity is something we can take for granted, particularly in commercial properties where so much of the day-to-day functioning is dependent on the continuous and reliable availability of electricity.

18 July 2023

While all lightbulbs can make that distracting sound, especially when dimmed, it’s more common when using LED lightbulbs. That humming or buzzing sound generally indicates that the lights are using a voltage level that can cause the components in the bulb to vibrate or oscillate. Sometimes it can be caused by using other electrical devices, like your microwave.

18 July 2023

It’s the perfect setup for a cold winter’s night. The dryer is sorting out the clothes, the TV is entertaining the kids, the heater is warming up the house, and you have time for a cup of tea before starting dinner.

10 July 2023

Reducing energy consumption is vital to the efficient running of your commercial business from a financial standpoint. It’s also a great way to be a responsible member of your community.

30 May 2023

The healthy homes standards aim to close the quality gap between rental properties and owner-occupied homes, so the nearly 600,000 households that rent in New Zealand have warmer, dryer places to call home.

3 April 2023

Transport plays a major role as part of New Zealand’s goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The aim is that by 2030, 50% of monthly vehicle sales in New Zealand need to be electric. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) made a submission that 50% of light vehicle imports will be electric by 2027, with 40% of the fleet electric by 2035.

15 February 2023

Dealing with electrical issues after a flood or storm can be a complex and dangerous task that requires the help of a professional electrician. However, there are several steps you can take to minimise the risk of electrical hazards and ensure the safety of your home and family. Some of these things might be considered common sense, but not all of us have the same knowledge and experience, so please feel free to share.

7 February 2023

There’s a certain time of year, for every property manager when a thorough inspection helps keep them in the good books with the property owner. We want to put our hands up to offer a service of an annual audit of rental properties to stop electrical fires before they happen. Why? Because we’ve seen what happens when you don’t. And at an average cost of $300 plus GST (which does depend on the house), we think it’s well worth doing. But don’t take our word for it – here’s the evidence.