Electric vehicle (specifically electric car) popularity in Australia continues to grow at a fast pace. Sales of new electric cars totalling 20655 units through 2021 up from 6900 during 2020, according to the AFR. In relation to the numbers gathered by The Guardian, just in the first six months of 2023, the sales of electric vehicles registered  46,624 new cars.  With Australia’s uptake of new technology, homeowners are starting to ask how they can upgrade their homes to support Electric vehicle charging and how much is costs to install and operate. We have put together a list of general questions to help homeowners understand the requirements and costs of installing a personal Electric Vehicle charging station.  There is an upfront cost in moving to an Electric Vehicle for buyers. However, with Installer Finance options and savings on fuel and maintenance, an Electric Vehicle can show substantial savings when compared to a conventional vehicle financially

When the temperature drops outdoors, we focus on keeping as comfortable and warm as possible indoors. Due to the increased use of heaters and other electrical appliances in winter, it is important to consider the steps you can take to ensure electrical safety within your home, to protect both your family and property. 1. WINTER ELECTRICAL SAFETY TIPS – HEATERS Cooler temperatures see many households pulling portable heaters out of storage, to keep warm through the winter months. Before plugging in any electric heater, it is important to inspect the cords and make sure they are solid, not frayed, and in good condition – if there is any sign of wear and tear do not risk plugging the heater in, it will either need to be repaired or replaced. If you are purchasing a new heater, check that there is an automatic cut-off switch feature included in case the heater tips, overheats,

There can be many common causes behind an electrical fire. Before looking at the different factors that could lead to these fires and how to avoid them, it’s important to understand exactly what an electrical fire is. ABOUT ELECTRICAL FIRES & HOW THEY OCCUR An electrical fire begins with overloaded, hot, sparking wires and old electrical fittings. Electrical wiring passes throughout your property, often alongside or bordering timber supports. Any circuit can become extremely hot and breakdown if it is damaged or overloaded. If the circuit protection device doesn’t sense this and doesn’t cut off the electricity immediately, a fire can occur. Since most electrical wiring is hidden behind walls and cabinetry, you may not even realise a fire has broken out. By the time you notice that smoke is coming through vents or outlets, a substantial amount of damage may have already been done and this can cause an even greater