It’s an unfortunate fact that there are many cowboys operating in the electrical industry. I’ve heard many horror stories and gone to fix many botched jobs in my time.
Many that not only posed a serious threat to the family living in the home but also invalidated their home insurance in case of a fire! That’s why we always put safety and quality first.
Hi, my name’s Brad, I’m the owner of Teaslec Electrical, and over the past decade, my team and I have built a reputation across Melbourne for being friendly, punctual and providing outstanding workmanship.
So whatever electrical work you need done around your property, give us a call and we’ll be there on time and ready to get the work done in a safe, affordable and professional way.
If there is a problem with the electrics in your home, you may be unsure if you should leave it to the pros or fix it yourself. Perhaps you have done some research on Google and Youtube and finally you think you are ready to repair your home electrical systems on your own, right?
As a matter of fact, it is sadly all too common that residents who attempt to fix electrical faults on their own end up in being injured (or even killed). Because of our limited knowledge of electrical wiring in the home and how they work, we may not recognise the importance of looking for the service from an electrician who is capable of handling electrical works and ensuring the safety of your Melbourne home.
If your home was built long ago, there are probabilities its electrical system needs an upgrading or repair. When Melbourners see one of these signs, do not overlook or ignore. It is time to call an electrician before it is getting too late.
Do you find your electrical circuit breakers trip or your fuses blow on a regular basis? These signs apparently indicate that your electrical circuit breakers are overloaded and will draw more electrical current than they are able to safely provide. Problems like these should be best left to the professional electrician who will perform a thorough check up to.
If you have a great number of plug-strips and multi-receptacle addons on your outlet, your electrical system is working beyond its capacity at which it is designed. The strangling may result in a dangerous electrical fault. In this case, you need an electrician to create additional circuits and receptacles to make sure of your home safety.
If your light switches, power points or other electrical system surfaces are warm to the touch or gives off the electrical shock, it is a sign indicating that the circuit cannot handle the excessive demands or even something worse. Other signs to look out for are blackening or discolouration on switch plates and wire ends. In this case, calling an electrician is never a bad idea.
If you say “Yes” to any of those answers above, you need to look for an electrical service of a professional electrician. There are many appliances that draw an excessive amount of electrical draw and need their own designated circuits. An electrician will inspect your home’s circuits and make improvements to prevent the same problems from happening again in the future.
Many Melbourne homes recently have installed extension cords under their carpets. It results in aesthetic appearance to your house but may pose potentially dangerous risks at the same time. You are trying to disguise electrical wires under the carpet and items of furniture but who knows if you may step on that. In this case, an electrician will install additional outlets to where you need.
Old houses with old-fashioned wiring and plug sockets are unsafe and not suitable with today’s standards anymore. If it has been a long time since you last upgraded your electrical system in your home, it is time to look for an electrician to do now. A professional will address any outdated electrical flaws or age-related issues, making it up to today standard and bringing safety and security back to your home.
Since electrical systems are so dangerous and they can be everywhere in our living and working spaces, you should never underestimate the role of the electrician. Only a qualified and skilled electrician can safely provide electrical services to guarantee the safety and protection of your Melbourne home. And Teaslec, with a team of experienced electricians, are at your disposal whenever you need someone reliable to fix electrical flaws in your home. We service 24/7 in not only Ivanhoe but also its surrounding suburbs. We will assign a qualified electrician to conduct a thorough inspection to your circuit breakers and electrical wirings in your house. Anything urgent, call us on 1300 044 121 and we will get to you as soon as possible.
Electrical work cannot be done without the right tools. Over the years we have seen the development of more specialised tools and accordingly the list for tool choices of the electrician have become more specialised and effective.
The next time when an electrician comes to your Melbourne home to conduct electrical work, you may want to see what tools he is using. A qualified electrician is capable of using a wide range of tools but you may wonder what his “must have” toolkit shortlist is. In this article, Teaslec reveals to you some of basic tools of an electrician. After getting this idea, you may think of getting some for minor electrical repairs in your house.
Tape measure: also known as a flexible ruler. This common tool is useful when electricians want to measure heights and lengths for switches and outlets correctly. They can also use them to get lighting fixtures in the right position.
Voltmeter: or voltage meter. If electricians want to measure the difference in volt between two points of the electrical circuit, they will need to use voltmeter. With the voltmeter, they can see if your wiring is in good condition anything in your power points has flaws to fix them right away.
Hammer: for such jobs as installing electrical boxes or securing electrical wiring to wood framed members, hammer comes in handy for electricians.
Channel Lock Pliers: this instrument has a wide of household purposes, for example: electrical repairs and repairing outdoor furniture.
Wire Strippers: one of the most fundamental electrical tools used to cut, loop or strip electrical wirings. It can be another item you get to like when you want to easily strip the plastic coating without cutting the wire inside.
Flash Light: this is the must-have instrument that electricians cannot do without regardless of any types of electrical works they do. It comes as no surprise that an electrician may have to work in dark small places, like in a ceiling or the hollows of walls. If there is no light, their job must take forever to finish.
Non-Contact Voltage Detector: this is a useful tool for any kind of electrical work that every electrician carries. There is no quicker way other than using non-contact voltage detector to safely check for electrical current in your switches, lamps or wires. Placing the instrument near the wire, you may know if it is energised.
Rubber Soled Shoes: rubber soled shoes save the lives of electricians who work on live wiring as they prevent insulation from electrical wires.
Crimpling Pliers: this tool is specially designed to work with electrical connectors.
Side Cutting Diagonal Pliers: this instrument is specially designed with a cutting edge that goes down to the edge of the pliers. Some pliers have wire detection capabilities.
Linesman Pliers: also known as side cutting pliers. This is a type of pliers used by electricians to grip, twist, bend and cut electrical wires or cables. Linesman Pliers are the do-it-all pliers that are needed in any types of electrical works.
Torpedo Level: a type of spirit level consisting of three spirit tubes of measuring horizontal, vertical and diagonal planes. This instrument is useful for different purposes such as electrical works, plumbing, and other types of construction jobs.
Now that you have got the ideas of toolkit that a typical electrician has. It is dangerous to do any electrical on your own and it is even more dangerous when you do it without any proper electrician tools. So call Teaslec on 1300 044 121 if you need any help on fixing electrical faults at your Melbourne homes or businesses. We have a team of qualified electricians equipped with necessary toolkit to perform a comprehensive inspection to your electrical wires. We service 24/7 in not only Ivanhoe but also its surrounding suburbs.
Gas appliances if not properly maintained by a licensed gas fitter can result in result in death, serious injury or considerable property damage. In this article, Teaslec have provided tips on how to use gas appliances safely in your Melbourne homes.
• In the winter, snow and ice can affect operation of your meter. Keep your gas meter, vents and any outdoor piping free of snow and ice. Remember to use a broom or brush to remove snow and ice off your meter, not a hard object to wipe them.
• Never tie pets to gas meters or use them to hang any garden tools or a light bulb.
• Never wrap your meters with blankets since gas meters need open air around them.
• Make sure that your gas meters are serviced on a regular basis in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Notice the flame on your gas burners. If it is a yellow flame, not a normal clear blue colour, your burner is not operating efficiently.
• Notice the strange odour. If you smell a different or unusual odour which may indicate a presence of poisonous gas, shut off the gas burner instantly.
• Make sure that your gas burners are serviced on a regular basis in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never use outdoor gas burners inside your home or building.
• Before turning on a gas burner, light the match or press the ignition button. If the burner does not light, turn off the gas and wait for the gas smell to clear before another attempt.
• Do not operate natural gas burners on other type of gas.
• Turn off the gas heater when you leave your room/house.
• Never place any items nearby that may block the airflow.
• Beware of gas poisoning from gas heaters: If your gas heater is not working properly, leaving the uncomfortable air in the home, you will get sick immediately. In this case, call the gas professional.
• Keep your gas heater and its flue clean and maintained. Remember to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for care and operation.
• Regularly check the flue, heat exchanger, motors and vents
• For floor and wall furnaces, vacuum/clean the furnaces in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Do not place any items near furnaces that may stop the airflow.
• Keep children away from furnaces since they get very hot.
• Lubricate the blower motor.
Teaslec is your trusted Australian electrician. With our commitment to customer satisfaction, we have been proud to bring high quality workmanship to residents and businesses across Ivanhoe and its surrounding suburbs.
We understand that failing to make sure that gas appliances are safe to use may pose a threat to you and your family health. Melbourne homes should have all gas appliances inspected every two years according to Consumer Affair Victoria. With our wealth of experience in gas safety check, we believe in performing a thorough check on your gas appliances, making sure they operate efficiently and smoothly.
We service 24/7 across Ivanhoe and its surrounding suburbs. Contact us on 1300 044 121 and we will be there as soon as possible.
Melbourne homes and offices often need electrical maintenances or upgrades because existing systems are outdated, damaged or unsafe. It is a matter of fact that working with electricity can be dangerous. If not done properly, it may result in fire, injury and even death. So what we want is the assurance of knowing the right professional that will do the work safely and effectively. Choosing a qualified electrician to take care of electrical work for your home or business is vitally important. Given the situation that there are multiple electricians in the market place, how can Melbourne residents know who will give them high quality of electrical services? In this article, Teaslec will give you 5 tips to seek out a qualified electrician.
References: when you are in search for a qualified electrician, it is wise to ask for references from people who have already hired a quality person to take the job. As a matter of fact, lots of the local electricians that homeowners hire are ones that friends or relatives refer to us, so asking friends/family/relatives is a good start. There are two benefits of making use of references. You know the job quality and have a feeling of their pricing before making contact. If the electrician charged a premium for their service, you can ask your friend if it is worth the price.
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Professional associations: In some cities, you can find associations of technicians in a particular area. If you want to look for a professional to provide you with electrical services, this kind of association is worth a try. You will access to the list of electricians with detailed names, skills, experience and expertise. Therefore, you may feel more confident in expecting the required work to be done effectively and safely.
Trade associations: Similarly, trade associations will present you with useful information about the working experience and credibility of all the electricians registered with them. From relevant records and projects and performance found on trade associations, you can shortlist and select the ones you believe.Trade associations: Similarly, trade associations will present you with useful information about the working experience and credibility of all the electricians registered with them. From relevant records and projects and performance found on trade associations, you can shortlist and select the ones you believe.
Yellow pages: The online directory proves itself to be worth using sometimes. Yellow pages is simply a telephone/address/email list of businesses dealing with a common product or service. If you are looking for an electrician, find them in the category and you can choose from a long list.
Providers of electrical services: asking your electricity provider for a qualified electrician is also a wise approach. If an electrical service company recommends you an electrician, you will be assured that that professional has obtained credits of training and experience, allowing him to finish the job in accordance with the contract.
Checklist for choosing an electrician to take care of electrical services in your home and office:
Teaslec is a team of licensed A-grade electricians who are passionate about providing you with the best possible electrical solutions. We service not only in Ivanhoe but also its eastern suburban areas. Our information can easily be found in Yellowpages and other online business websites. Our commitment to you to is providing you with fair price and high quality work. Bearing that in mind, the Teaslec team is striking to achieving high levels of customers satisfaction. We are proud to have recommendations from homeowners and businesses around Ivanhoe. Choosing Teaslec, you receive nothing but a high level of workmanship.
We are available 24/7 so do not hesitate to contact us via our or telephone: 1300 044 121.
To ensure your Melbourne home is safe and secure, Teaslec has provided some useful tips that can be cleverly incorporated into your home design. Our simple guide will help you reduce the likelihood of accidents around the home and improve protection against home invasion. We encourage you to take them into consideration when planning your next home build or renovation.
• Keep cables, leads and conduit out of trafficable areas to avoid possible damage and remove damaged ones.
• Install pendant lamps for lighting but be sure to get them on flexible cords so people can raise or lower them when needed.
• Place power points out of children’s sight and near electrical appliances to avoid overuse of extension leads.
• Use a switched fuse connection unit mounted above the worktop to get to sockets of appliances fitted under the worktop.
• Do not place appliances near sources of water/doors and under windows.
• Make sure to have a competent person install larger power sockets if you have to you additional appliances.
• Have safety switch on power supply.
• Do not try to repair an appliance when it is still plugged in.
• Keep liquids away from electrical appliances.
• Do not switch any electrical equipment while your hands are wet.
• Clean up your refrigerator and freezer at least once a year to make sure that these appliances work properly.
• Regularly check your plug sockets if they are overloaded with too many electrical appliances to avoid overheating.
• Do not use unauthorised appliances which may cause the circuit overloading.
• Make sure that you clean your oven and grill to remove fat and grease (a factor causing fire)
• Design night light or movement sensitive light switch for better access to the toilet at night.
• Comply with Australian standards that specify minimum distances between water sources and power points.
• Place electrical shaver points/plug sockets in a safe distance from the bath or shower to avoid water splashes.
• If you have an electric heater, place it far from the sink, bath or shower and use switch outside the bathroom to control it.
• Ensure that hot and cold water taps have different colours/symbols to avoid confusion.
• Have a competent person conduct regular maintenance for your bathroom.
• Install a tempering valve or an outlet shut-off valve in your existing system to reduce the flow of water.
• Use fire resistant materials, linings and finishes.
• Install smoke alarms and check on a regular basis for batteries.
• Equip fire extinguishers at home.
• Choose furnishings and floor coverings that limit the fire outbreak.
• Consider having a sprinkler system at home.
• Plan enough power outlets for your house in order to avoid any inconvenience.
• Install earth leakage devices and circuit breakers to all power outlets.
• Design enough power points and circuits to minimise probabilities of circuit overloading and cords across walkways.
• Install safety switches on indoor and outdoor circuits.
Burglaries; as a matter of fact, can happen in just a blink of an eye. Only an open window or an unlocked door or gate, a burglar will take that opportunity and break into your house. So an appropriate design of individual houses and their relationship to another and to the surrounding neighbourhood play an important part in preventing crime. In this case, Melbourners can apply “crime prevention through environmental design” in designing their houses.
• Natural territorial reinforcement: outdoor spaces should be designed to promote sense of ownership. For example, in apartments, residents can use buildings, fences, pavement, lighting and landscape to show their ownership and need to feel that public spaces like elevators and halls are their property. When people are proud of what they own and attempt to protect their belongings, crime is less likely to occur.
• Natural surveillance: it is concerned with designing the placement/design of windows, landscape, fences, windows and security lighting system to maximise the visibility of the space and routines of individuals and neighbourhoods.
• Natural access control: use barriers including picket type fences, brick walls, locking gate between front and backyards, or a hedge. It helps to set boundaries between public and private space and limits the likelihood of crime at the same time.
• Target hardening: improve security standards involved with installing locks, security screens, improving quality of doors/windows/door frames.
• Install an intruder alarm system.
• Design or change arrangement of your home to limit dark corners, narrow pedestrian walkways and hidden spots.
• Design balconies and windows in a way that limits outside observation.
• Ensure that doors and windows are made from solid materials (burglar-resistant glass) and fitted with quality deadlocking devices.
• Make sure that roofing tiles cannot be easily removed from the outside.
• Get rid of tree branches that can be possible ladders to upper storeys.
• External storage areas & laundries must be observable from inside.
• Have property boundaries by using gardens, fences, and lawn strips.
• Install low/open fences or walls to improve observation from the house; at the same time, make sure that trees will not hide your sight from building entrances, windows and other areas that are likely to be broken into.
• Keep your home security wires hidden.
• Entrances are completely private and equipped with illuminated lights.
• Activate security lights/sensor lighting/timed lighting and make sure that it can be controlled from your house.
Want to have the best security for your house in Melbourne? At Teaslec, we have a team of competent technicians who have experience in installing home security system. Call us on 1300 044 121 and we will advise you the best possible solution for your house security.
Paying high electricity bills monthly is one of the most common problems that almost every household in Melbourne has to face. However, when you know how to effectively use smart appliances and learn a few tips, you can save a considerable amount on electricity bills. Here are 10 tips to keep your electricity expense down in Melbourne homes.
#1. Wear the right clothes for the temperature.
In winter, Melbourne’s average temperatures range from 6.5 – 14.2°C (43.7 – 57.6°F). Layering clothes and wools can keep you warm in the winter and that also means that you do not need to turn on the heater.
#2. Shut doors and close curtains.
Your high electricity bills can be a result of heating or cooling the whole house. In order to keep it down, where possible, you’d better shut doors to areas that are not currently being used. Only heat or cool the rooms that are more likely to be used.
Make sure that you close your window curtains and blinds properly at night and during the day as well.
#3. Use cold water to wash clothes.
If the weather is not too cold, you can wash your clothes using cold water rather than hot one. Also, you can set the shortest appropriate washing cycle of your washing machine. This way, you can keep your electricity bills down drastically.
#4. Save energy in the kitchen.
As the microwave consumes less energy than an electric oven, when possible, use the microwave when you are cooking. If you use the stove, keep lids on your posts to decrease cooking time. As for dishwashers, you can make use of economy mode and only run it when it is full. Instead of using dishwasher’s automatic drying function, you can save electricity bills by letting your dishes dry naturally.
#5. Turn heaters and coolers off when they are not needed.
Make sure that you turn all your heaters and coolers in the house before you leave the room or go to bed.
#6. Use your fridge efficiently.
One of the most possible reasons making your fridge the most expensive appliances is that you keep it on most of the time. Make sure that you close your fridge’s door tightly to leave no gaps so cold air cannot escape. In case you have a second fridge or freezer, only when you need it should you turn it on.
#7. Minimise standby power waste.
Some people mistakenly think if we set devices on standby mode they would save more electricity; it, nevertheless, turns out that it actually consumes much more electricity than you think and accounts for 10% of your total power usage. So if you do not need to use home devices, you should switch them off completely.
#8. Set your thermostat.
Melbourne often experiences variable weather conditions from hot to cold. In winter heating can take up for over 30% of your bill. Set your thermostat between 18 and 20 degrees while in summer you can set it up to at least 26 degrees.
#9. Use energy-efficient light globes.
Energy-efficient light globes, in fact, help to save electricity and last longer than you think they do. So it is time you replaced all old incandescent and halogen light globes with energy-efficient ones.
#10. Insulate your roof.
An insulated ceiling can contribute a great deal to lowering your electricity bills. If you already have insulation installed, you just need to make sure that it has been properly installed and has the right rating (measured in ‘R-value’). In Victoria, insulation rated R3.5 or higher should be used for ceilings.
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