Author Archives: Joel Payne

Who doesn’t love walking around on a lovely warm floor at home? Underfloor heating in properties is an increasing trend, especially in new buildings, but also in existing homes. Underfloor heating appears to feel warmer and cosier than radiators. There are two types of underfloor heating systems; Electrical underfloor heating, and Warm water underfloor heating. […]

There are many potential ways to reduce your energy costs. If you are concerned about the environment or your expenses, you likely will have come across some basic tips for energy saving. Washing at a lower temperature Just setting your washing machine to a lower temperature can significantly reduce the electricity used by each wash. […]

Does anything sound better than watching your favourite movie on a big screen with your family and friends?   Home theatres are a great way to entertain guests, unwind after a long day and make your home more comfortable and fun. Converting a room into a theatre is also a big investment, so you want […]

The Job of an Electrician changes incredibly rapidly, as they’re always seeking to stay on top of the most advanced technology and practices. Electrician’s skills are always in demand whether it’s for rewiring a house, Data Cabling, testing and tagging electrical devices or more cutting-edge services like home cinema installations. If you’re considering a career […]

Nearly all electricity you encounter consists of one of two types of currents. Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) have their distinct advantages, and disadvantages. AC and DC have a fascinating and storied history. Both AC and DC had their proponents and were embroiled in a struggle for supremacy and widespread public use. What […]

    The Dangers of Faulty Electrical Wiring There are approximately 4,000 house fires in New Zealand annually. Faulty house wiring and electrical appliances cause many of these fires. It’s estimated that around 80% of these fires could be easily avoided (Cavius, 2017).   There is no doubt that if your home was built 30 […]

LED Efficiency Replacing traditional incandescent light bulbs with vastly more efficient LED bulbs could dramatically reduce your company’s electricity consumption. Standard issue light bulbs are incredibly inefficient when compared to LED’s because a much higher percentage of the electricity is converted into unnecessary heat. Whereas LED lights produce almost no heat meaning all of your electricity […]

Hiring a commercial electrician can be a daunting task, which is why we’ve compiled a list of essential points or factors to help make your decision making the process a bit easier and quicker. 1. Experience Trumps It is critical to hire a commercial electrician with experience in all aspects of commercial electrical requirements – from fault diagnosis, […]

Hiring a commercial electrician can be a daunting task, which is why we’ve compiled a list of essential points or factors to help make your decision making the process a bit easier and quicker. 1. Experience Trumps It is critical to hire a commercial electrician with experience in all aspects of commercial electrical requirements – from fault diagnosis, […]

One of the most common causes of residential fire in New Zealand is faulty electrical wiring. While our houses get older so too do our electrical systems which in many cases were not designed to handle the ever increasing electrical demands of the modern day. With up to 80% of house fires in New Zealand […]