Electrical safety laws for private rental properties in Scotland From 1st December 2015, private landlords are responsible for ensuring that an electrical safety inspection of their property is carried out by a registered electrician at least every five years. The new legislation explained As of 1st December 2015, under sections 13(4A) and 19B(4) of the…
DetailsElectrical Safety – the Key Points There are around 30 deaths and 4,000 accidents annually in the UK involving electrics, so don’t think it can’t happen in your properties. If you let property in England & Wales you must ensure that electrical equipment and the electrical system are safe. There is currently no statutory requirement…
DetailsWhen something goes wrong with the electricity supply to our home, most people call on the services of an electrician to come by and sort the problem out. There is no denying that this is an excellent practice and habit, as only a qualified electrician should ever carry out electrical services. However, having an electrician…
DetailsIf you need electrical services work done and it’s time to call the electrician, take a few moments to consider exactly what you expect and arm yourself with a few questions that might save you some money. It is a fairly widespread belief that hiring tradesmen can be an expensive business and electricians are certainly…
DetailsCommercial buildings in the UK are one of the main energy consumers in the country. Lighting, heating and office equipment use significant amounts of energy but there are a range of steps businesses can take to make their buildings more energy efficient: Buildings need an energy management plan that regulates the use of heating, cooling…
DetailsIt may be the case that you have noticed one or a few electrical problems around your home or office and realise that it is time to call in the services of an electrician. Making a call to an individual electrician or electrical service can seem simple enough, but it is important to know that…
DetailsWhen jobs need to be done around the home or business, we really do want the assurance of knowing the most professional, skilled and experienced people are engaged to do the work. This certainly applies to commissioning the services of an electrician – it is incredibly important to know that those who provide electrical services…
DetailsConsumers are now more interested than ever in energy efficient appliances, but it can be hard to know what to look for. There are some simple steps that can help in choosing the right product. Energy star rating The item’s energy star rating can help in making a quick judgement about its energy efficiency. The…
DetailsAny time you are using more than one computer in the same area, whether it is at home or at work, it is a good idea to have a network created for them. The following is a brief look at some of the main electrical considerations. Think ahead Whether you are planning out your computer…
DetailsIn the highly hazardous field of electrical work, there is no room for error. Electricians who have become Master Electricians have been training through classroom work and hands-on experience for many years. After completing an apprenticeship and becoming a licensed electrician, they need to work in the field for 3 years before they can apply…
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