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Smoke Alarm- Landlord or Tenant?

Published: September 05, 2017

You need to make sure that a smoke alarm is installed and properly maintained. Below is some useful information on the responsibilities of landlords and tenants: Smoke alarm responsibilities for tenants If they are not installed contact the agent or owner. Ensure you test and keep the smoke alar......

Tips for saving energy in your business

Published: September 05, 2017

Saving energy means saving money, which means more profit every month. Think about how much most businesses focus on saving on expenses they can see every day such as labour and fuel, but most small businesses don't realise how much they can save on electricity and other energy costs. Some energy......

Safety swiches Save Lives!

Published: September 05, 2017

A safety switch can prevent a tragedy in your home. Every year serious injuries and deaths occur in Queensland homes as a result of electric shock. Something as basic as a faulty appliance or damage to an electrical cable may be all it takes. They are designed to cut the supply of electricity i......

Wear and tear on extension leads can be dangerous

Published: September 05, 2017

Did you know that carrying out a visual check of your electrical leads is vital to ensuring that they are safe and in good working order? Damage to extension leads can include the insulation cracking, frayed or coming away from plugs. These are telling signs that your extension leads need replaci......

Electrical Safety Fact Sheets

Published: September 05, 2017

Keep you and your family safe around the home with these handy Energex Fact Sheets. These cover what you should do when working near Powerlines or around your own home, as well as what to be aware of when out enjoying parks etc. Did you know that Fallon Services are trained and qualifi......

Electrical safety around the home

Published: September 05, 2017

Did you know that if the electrical wiring, appliances and switches are not well maintained they have the potential to be life-threatening? It is vital when it comes to electricity that you think responsibly and ensure that your family is kept safe. Hundreds of Brisbane people are hurt by unsafe ......

What is water hammering & how can I stop it?

Published: September 05, 2017

So you turn on and off your tap and clunk, clunk, clunk, clatter, clatter, clatter go the pipes. This is a common problem called water hammering. Water hammering occurs when generally there is high water pressure on the main water pipes. Fallon Services Master plumbers can resolve this problem by......

Solar Power and Clean Energy

Published: September 05, 2017

The installation of solar hot water and solar panels has had a massive growth. Approximately more than 17,800 Queenslanders have received the Bligh Government solar hot water rebates since the processing of payments began last July 2010. "Installed solar power in Queensland has climbed by 84% in ......

Heater safety for winter

Published: September 05, 2017

Make sure you check your heater before your use it! Did you know that a faulty or unserviced gas or electric heater can pose a huge safety risk? Gas heaters that have not been serviced can result in the presence of carbon monoxide. This can pose a risk and cause house fires and poisoning. Carbon ......