Using shading over your air conditioning unit’s external condenser is a really good way to help it to work more efficiently. Most people use fast-growing trees to cover the area over the condenser, as this cools the air that it draws in, so it doesn’t have to strain to cool it down. This works quite…
DetailsThere are a few things you can do yourself in your home – you can paint, you can sand, you can even do a bit of plastering if you’re handy. What you shouldn’t do is fiddle with your electrics by yourself, as it’s dangerous. Unless you’re a sparkie yourself, you should leave them well alone…
DetailsLighting accounts for up to 20% of your electricity bill each year, mainly because incandescent bulbs and halogen lights aren’t as efficient as they could be (that’s an understatement). The price of LED lights has fallen dramatically in recent years, so there’s never been a better time to make the change. Here’s just five reasons…
DetailsIf you’re thinking about installing a solar array on your roof (or in your garden), you may be wondering if it’s really worth it. Well, it is! Here’s what you’ll gain by going solar. You’ll slash or even eliminate your electricity bills Your electricity bills comprise a large proportion of your household expenses every year,…
DetailsAgent principal, Stuart Border, has been carefully monitoring the system performance and his power bills since the installation and says he couldn’t be happier with the results of the analysis. “It was a big decision for us to go solar. We had a lot of discussions with Mark at Accord Electrical. He analysed our bills…
DetailsHalogen bulbs may be found in numerous places in any given household, and have become quite popular over the years. They are most often used in spot lighting, such as landscaping lighting that is meant to highlight specific areas, but halogen bulbs have also been used for many other purposes around the house. These bulbs…
DetailsHurry Up Before the Sun Sets on Solar Tariffs! Although solar power has made its way into many homes and businesses in Australia, there are still some households and enterprises that haven’t seen the light just yet. The time is ripe for any homeowners who haven’t installed solar panels yet, to get them on as…
DetailsQueensland becomes national leader in smoke alarm legislation in all rental properties In the majority of Australian States, including Queensland, new legislation for smoke alarms that comply with Australian Standards are compulsory in all rental properties. This legislation has arisen, following the devastating Slacks Creek fatal house fire in 2011. Smoke Alarms save lives! They…
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