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What is a Master Plumber?

Published: September 05, 2017

Put simply, a master plumber is a plumber who is registered to an association that ensures all its members are qualified and meet a number of practice and trade standards. The point of this is that it ensures that customers that the plumber has the requisite skills and knowledge and that their wo......

Which air conditioner size should I choose?

Published: September 05, 2017

Getting the right air conditioner is important. Too small and you will not be able to cool your home sufficiently. Too big and you will find you have an astronomical power bill. Generally, the way to work out what size air conditioner you need is to work out the size of the room or rooms you want......

Is It Illegal For Me To Do My Own Electrical Work?

Published: September 05, 2017

Even if you have been playing around with Dick Smith kits your whole life or can build a ham radio out of spare parts, it is illegal for you to do your own home electrical work anywhere in Australia if you are not a registered electrical contractor. The Electricity Act and Regulations Bill requir......

What Can I Do To Save Energy In My Home?

Published: September 05, 2017

Everybody has become more conscious of their carbon footprint and one of the best ways for us to individually reduce our effect on the environment is to try and save energy in our homes. As an added benefit, saving energy at home saves us money, as well as saving the planet. Replace all of your o......

The Dangers Of Worn Electrical Cables

Published: September 05, 2017

Electricity is such a common part of our lives that it is easy to forget what a powerful and dangerous force it is, which is why we should take stock every now and then and have our electrical wiring and cables checked. The dangers of worn electrical cables are twofold. Firstly there is the dange......

Where Is The Best Place To Install An Air Conditioner?

Published: September 05, 2017

Become the local weather god by installing an air conditioner. No longer are you helpless against the elements, be the temperature you want to be, all the time. But, before you do, think about where you are going to install your air conditioner as positioning is all-important. Where to place the ......

Why Water And Electricity Don't Mix

Published: September 05, 2017

Most people know that water and electricity do not mix, but many do not know why. The simple answer is that water conducts electricity. The deadly combination Interestingly, the complex answer may initially seem to contradict the simple answer. Water itself doesn’t conduct electricity, it i......

How To Stop A Washing Machine From Moving When Operating

Published: September 05, 2017

It is not much fun going into the laundry to find that your washing machine is halfway across the room and has unplugged itself from the water supply. Especially if your laundry is now a lake. Luckily there are a few things you can do to prevent your washing machine from going wobbling across the......

How Does A Ceiling Fan Cool?

Published: September 05, 2017

Have you laid back, stared up at your ceiling fan and wondered how it cools the room? Well, if you have, then here is your answer. The simple ceiling fan does not actually cool the air itself. That should be pretty obvious from its design, the fan is essentially an electric motor and four blades.......