Blog Category: Residential Electrician

22 February 2024

As the sun begins to rise later and set earlier, now is the perfect time to shed some light on your outdoor spaces. Outdoor lighting not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of our homes but also plays a crucial role in safety and security. Investing in outdoor lighting can transform your property, whether looking to illuminate pathways, highlight your landscape, or improve security measures.

20 December 2023

Electric vehicles are on the rise as New Zealanders become more environmentally conscious and the availability of EV cars increases. The country has 340 public…

20 December 2023

The holiday shutdown is around the corner. It’s getting hotter, and the air con is fast becoming your new best friend. While the team are away, there are quite a few...

10 October 2023

Electrical upgrades in your home and office transform it, and not just aesthetically, but with technology, comfort and energy efficiency are at your fingertips. Introducing smart technologies and automation into your home and office can make daily tasks effortless, from remotely controlling lighting and appliances to setting a schedule that suits your lifestyle. Here are a few examples of where you can create energy efficiencies, increase your home’s value, and reduce maintenance.

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.

14 December 2022

Yay, winter is coming to an end! You’ve been smashing your heat pump over winter, but if you haven’t serviced your heat pump lately, chances are you could be breathing in somewhat questionable air. Now that we’re going from heating to cooling, it’s the perfect time to get your heat pump serviced.

29 June 2021

All of us have tried a little home DIY. Sometimes it even works. Tightening a leaky pipe, trying to fix that funny noise your car keeps making, or maybe even something as simple as fixing a squeaky door.

15 March 2021

The best way to deal with a problem is to prevent it from happening. This is precisely the purpose of preventative maintenance.