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Most electrical problems can’t wait longer - the more you delay, the greater the chances of putting life and property at risk. Electrical emergencies can come in various forms. You may think that a slight burnt smell, a dimming light, or a sudden spark are nothing more than an annoyance, and continue to ignore them. But, you’d be wrong! The moment you detect an electrical emergency at your home or business, the first thing you should do is get in contact with an emergency electrician instead of sleeping on it. And there are plenty of reasons why... When should you [...]

When it comes to electrical problems, a good electrician is essential. This is especially true for commercial properties, which often have much more elaborate - and therefore, dangerous - electrical set-ups. When issues arise with these types of systems, it’s crucial that you get them looked at by a specialist who deals with commercial electrical set-ups, and understands the intricacies of these often complex systems. As fully licensed electrical contractors, our experienced commercial electricians in Bayside can ensure that your electrical setup is safe, effective, and fit-for-purpose. What questions should I ask an electrician? Finding a reliable electrician is important [...]

Despite how important they are, a lot of people completely overlook their electrical outlets and sockets. For most people, it’s a case of “out of sight, out of mind” - if it’s working, they barely rate a mention. Unfortunately, this means that when something does go wrong, many businesses and homeowners simply don’t know what to do. As with any other electrical problem, it’s key that you keep tabs on your outlets, and get them looked at whenever something goes wrong. Just one question: what do you need to look for? First thing’s first: what happens when an electrical [...]

As always, our commercial electrical contractors want to emphasise the importance of hiring licenced, qualified, professionals for all of your electrical wiring needs.  It can be very tempting to do your own electrical wiring, but one wrong step can have some very serious consequences.  Not to mention, when you do hire a professional electrician it may end up costing you more if they have to correct poor workmanship you have already done. (And don’t forget - it can also void your warranty or impact any insurance claims.)  However, we do understand that if you’re looking to have electrical work [...]

There's nothing more frustrating than finding out that your favourite electrical outlet is not working. No more charging your phone while you lay in bed. Or maybe you need to find an awkward spot in the kitchen to now boil the kettle.  After trying all of the other electrical outlets in your home, it seems like they’re all working properly. The good news: you can use your device or appliance. The bad news? You’ve got a dud electrical outlet. But why is it that this specific electrical outlet won't work? Why are the others just fine? Today, we’re playing [...]

Most people know that a circuit breaker is an essential safety feature of your home or business.  Beyond that, though, people don’t quite understand the intricacies behind it. And in most cases, that’s perfectly fine - you’ve got no real need - until it fails or starts causing problems, of course! As such, we think it’s important to have a basic understanding of not only what circuit breakers are, but also what they do and how they protect you. And that’s exactly what our commercial electrician company are here to explain to you. Step by step: how does a [...]

Most electrical appliances come with an electrical label either on the cable directly or in the user manual, outlining all sorts of crucial information. Reading this information and understanding what it means are crucial parts of electrical safety. In addition to appliances, electrical cabling and wiring has its own labelling system that can tell you a lot about the wire type, its voltage and amperage and most importantly, what that wire or cable is appropriate for. The problem is that very few people understand what these mean! While they’re dense and hard to decipher, understanding what this information says [...]

Every property - be it commercial or residential - has an electrical meter somewhere on-site.  For most people, that’s where their knowledge of how electrical meters work comes to an end. What you might not be aware of is that it’s the electrical meter that electricity companies use to calculate your quarterly power bill - if you’ve ever received your power bill and wondered where they get those numbers from, now you know! Make no mistake, your power meter plays a crucial role - that’s why it’s so important that you know what it does, and how it works, [...]