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Answering all your electrical questions

Real AnswersFrom Real Electricians! We are answering all of our most asked electrical questions. If you have any electrical questions, message us on our social platforms: Why hire a professional electrician?  Doing any electrical work yourself or by an unqualified person is dangerous and illegal. This may result in voided insurance, property damage, injury and potentially death. For this reason, it is essential to hire a professional electrician for residential work to ensure the quality and safety of work. The only electrical job that can be safely performed at home is changing a light bulb. Unless you are a qualified electrician, you should never attempt to: Hiring a professional electrician will always be safer than using a friend with electrical experience. Due to the potential hazards that may be present for your family and the voiding of insurance and warranty. Read our article for an in-depth look into “Why should

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Electrical Tips

A Comprehensive Guide for Electrical Inspection

Your electricity runs behind the scenes inside the walls of your home that allows you to enjoy the comfort of watching television, charging different appliances and more. With so many benefits of electricity, there are certain precautionary measures stated by the government but many homeowners ignore to follow the safety measures and that leads to a hazardous situation. In fact, at times after performing an electrical inspection, you may encounter an electrical mishap; this situation is due to lack of care and certain risky electrical factors that are generally ignored by homeowners. Therefore, to understand the loopholes that cause an electrical problem in your home, we’ve discussed below a detailed overview of electrical inspection. What is an Electrical Inspection & Who is an Electrical Inspector? An electrical inspection is the safest way to ensure that your home’s electrical wiring and connections are in an up-to-date working condition and do not pose a

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Plumbing

Can you put oil down the drain?

It has happened to all of us. You have just finished cooking, you look down and see a pan full of hot oil cooking that needs to be discarded. And you ask yourself, “Can I put oil down the drain?” “How bad can it be?” “Where am I supposed to put it?” “Will it melt in the bin?”. By knowing if oil is something you should never let down the drain, you’ll avoid major plumbing problems that would otherwise potentially need a plumber’s action. Here’s everything you need to know about oils and drains. Can you pour oil down the drain? The first thing to know is the difference between hot and cold oil. These states should be handled differently. When discarding oil, it should always be cooled to prevent injury and damage. Pouring hot oil down the drain is very dangerous as it may mix with water and cause bursts of

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Electrical Tips

Electric vs Gas heating, Know what’s best for you

Electric vs Gas heating  Service Today has been the industry leader in the Australian heating and cooling sector for near a decade. We are well versed in this topic, and as such, this is not our first article regarding electric vs gas heating. Our previous articles include: Pros And Cons Of Gas Vs Electric Heaters (Published 2016) Everything You Need To Know About Gas and Electric Heating! (Published 2017) Electricity vs Gas Heating: What’s Better for Your Wallet? (Published 2018) Since our last article, the electric heating market has seen a boom. It is important to stay up to date with the latest changes in pricing and safety within the industry. These changes can be attributed to:  Our experts at Service Today have decided to revisit this topic to compare gas heaters to electric heaters. There are many factors that may affect which form of heating is best for you and your

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Heating & Cooling

Choose The Best Air Conditioner For Your Home

With a hot Summer looming, there is no doubt that the air conditioner will be running on high in homes across Australia. From ducted air conditioning systems, to split system, wall units and evaporative coolers! There are many ways to keep your home cool- each with its pros and cons. For the everyday homeowner, making a decision can be difficult. It is always best to discuss with a licensed heating and cooling specialist if you are looking into a cooling system. A professional technician will help you find the best fitting air conditioner for the size of your home and your lifestyle. With over 50% of Australian homes using some form of air conditioning, the chances are that you already have a cooling system. Many systems on the market have extended warranties, and unless something goes wrong, most homeowners tend to set and forget their system for years. In the time between purchasing

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