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If there is any electrical work to be carried out in the home, it is vital that a licensed electrician performs this work. Electrical tasks should never be attempted by the individual as it is both illegal and unsafe. No matter what electrical job you need doing around the home – from something small such as a power point installation, to a major rewiring – an electrician will be able to help you.
What an Electrician Does
Electricians work with all of the electrical components of the house. Services they provide include but by no means are limited to:
house rewires - installation of phone, computer and television points
- replacing power points
- installation of lighting
- installation of safety switches
- switchboard upgrades or changeovers
- surge protection
- new home wiring
- smoke detector installation
- all general installation and maintenance
Electricians can perform the following tasks among others:
- plan wiring system layouts
- wire and rewire homes
- read and interpret electrical diagrams
- test for and repair damaged electrical components
- install electrical and electronic systems
- install electrical equipment e.g. water heaters, air-conditioners
- repair electrical appliances
- connect switches and other electrical fittings
- maintain automated systems
- install electrical safety equipment
- install lighting systems
Types of Lighting
There are several different types of lighting, depending on what you require and the area that you need to light. You may need to illuminate a work area or to provide ambience. Most homes require a combination of lighting types for effective and efficient lighting. Below are some of the most common types.
Incandescent – this is the most common type of lighting. The light bulbs themselves are cheap to buy but they have to be replaced relatively often. Incandescent bulbs can be used to light rooms that are not used too often, such as bedrooms, hallways and bathrooms. - Fluorescent – are energy efficient and last for up to 8,000 hours. Compact fluorescent lamps are suitable for areas that need long periods of lighting such as the kitchen and living areas. Tubular fluorescent lamps can also be used in the kitchen but are also suitable for the garage or workshop.
- Halogen – are more energy efficient than incandescent globes but require a transformer. Halogen bulbs are great for highlighting a feature within the home, for down lighting, or for task lighting.
- Xenon – is a form of incandescent bulb that is filled with xenon gas to provide a brighter, longer-lasing source of light. Xenon bulbs require transformers. It is perfect for task lighting, such as in the study.
Selecting an Electrician
It is essential that your chosen electrical contrator is fully licensed. Ask to see the license and make sure that it is valid. By law, all electrical work must be done by a licensed professional and having a valid license means that you will be protected legally if there are any problems with the work carried out. The professional must also have the correct insurances such as Worker’s Compensation insurance and General Liability Insurance. Ask to see certificates of insurance.
Will the professional provide a certificate of Electrical Safety or a similar certificate? This states that the work that has been performed has been done by a licensed professional, has been tested and is safe. It acts as a guarantee to you.
Also, ask for several quotes before selecting a professional and remember that the cheapest quote is not necessarily the best. It is more important that you are comfortable with the person or company that is performing the work. Finally, ask if they provide a emergency service should something go wrong unexpectedly.
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Associations
Australasian Lighting Industry Association
Electrical and Communications Association of Western Australia
National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA)