It’s fair to say that the law is relatively black and white when it comes to Do It Yourself electrical work. In essence, if the job entails much beyond changing a light bulb, then it needs to be carried out by a licensed electrician. According to a recent report commissioned by the Australian government it was found that 15 people are killed and over 300 hospitalised each year due to electrical accidents within the home. Home electrical faults are also the number one cause of house fires too.
Just to give you a further idea, here are 5 occasions when you really do need to be hiring an electrical contractor.
Home wiring for a new construction
If you’re fortunate enough to be building your own home then an experienced electrical contractor can work with your builder to create a plan that works for you and one that provides sufficient and adequate electricity throughout your new home. This could include telephone wiring, data cabling, and security system cabling too.
Revamping old wiring
If you’re looking to modernise your home and need to put in extra plug points or upgrade your existing electrical supply then this is the perfect time to contact an experienced electrical tradesperson who can come and do the work. You may even want to increase the electrical capacity of your home to make it fit with modern-day living and the right electrical contractor will be able to help with all of this.
Storm damage
Falling trees, broken fence panels, or major gusts of wind can cause damage to the exterior of your home resulting in a loss of power. If the problem isn’t that the trip switch has done its job and… well… tripped, then it’s definitely a job for a licensed electrical engineer. The problem mightn’t be as simple as you think so call in the experts and leave it to them.
Upgrading your lighting
Whether you’re installing the latest recessed, track, or outdoor lighting then an experienced electrical engineer should be able to carry out the work quickly, safely, and cost-effectively. They can also provide suggestions and solutions which you may not have even thought about.
Fit an RCD
If your property doesn’t have a Residual Current Device (RCD) it’s highly recommended that you get one or possibly two installed. An RCD is basically a safety device that prevents electrocution. They’re generally fitted at the meter box and will immediately cut the flow of electricity should there be a power surge. Just like a smoke alarm, they also have a button that can be tested periodically.
Problematic signs
Finally, if you notice problematic signs that might mean that you have faulty wiring such as lighting that constantly dims, plugs that get hot, charring around plug points or frayed wiring, then it’s well worth calling an electrical engineer to investigate the problem. They will know just where to look and therefore can get to the root cause of the problem quickly without it costing you the earth.
Static Electrics are fully licensed and highly reputable electricians who have been operating on the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane since 1986. All work is guaranteed and we offer 100% customer satisfaction or your money back.
If you reside or run a business on the Sunshine Coast or Brisbane and would like to enquire about any of our services, or get a free, no-obligation consultation, contact us directly on07 3497 5076 today.