Electrical Switchboard Upgrade in Tamworth

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Your electrical switchboard is the electrical hub of your home. Switchboards often need maintenance and occasionally upgrading inorder to fulfil their role, Tamworth Electrician can maintain and upgrade both residential and commercial switchboards. What is a Switchboard? They distribute electricity around your home so when you switch a light on or turn on the TV, they ensure that the right supply of electricity is in the right place at the right time. Modern switchboards also contain safety switches that interrupt the power supply if and when a problem arises. They lower the risk of any electrical fire, while also protecting those within the home who might otherwise be at risk from electrocution should a fault occur. In other words they act as a safety net. The Problem With Old Switchboards The problem with older switchboards is that they were built in a time when fewer electrical appliances were used. As a result the devices and equipment that are commonly used in the modern day home may place demands on older boards that can in turn pose both a fire risk and dangerous electrical problems. In addition when there is an electrical overload, older switchboards simply don’t have the safety mechanisms … Read More


Tamworth Electrician’s Guide to Autumn

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Autumn in Tamworth ius a time that we look to reduce our reliance on airconditioning systems and switch to natural ventelation, whislt also gearing up for the chilly winter ahead. There are lots of ways you can prepare your home for the fat approaching winter months to reduce your energy bills and make your living space more comfortable. Here are a few suggestions to consider implementing this autumn in preparation for winter.  Have a look around your home and find ways to retain heat. Suggestions include: Draught proofing your home. HINT: use adhesive foam strips to fill the gap between doors, windows and frames.  Invest in insulation. Curtains Blockout curtains keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer.  Lighting In the darker months, consider switching to energy efficient LED lighting.  Set your cooling to 25 to 27°C. These changes pay off: every degree you increase your heating and cooling increases energy use by around 5 to 10 Wear warmer clothes before turning on the heat.  Utilise and setup energy efficient appliances.  Clothes dryers are big energy users, so use clothes racks on verandahs, indoors in your already heated rooms, or outdoors while the good weather lasts. Turn off … Read More