Monthly Archives: September 2014

Safety First: Frequently Asked Questions      

What is Part P of the building regulations? Building Regulations in England Since 2005, all electrical work in dwellings in England and Wales whether carried out professionally or as DIY, and whether or not the work is notifiable to a building control body (see below), must meet the requirements of Part P of the Building […]

Health and beauty products   Hair straighteners, and other electrical beauty products, are seen by many as an essential. But they can be very dangerous, particularly to children. Straighteners can reach temperatures of over 220°C and then take up to forty minutes to cool down after use. They can cause severe burns if they touch […]

Downlighters are one of the most attractive ways to brighten up your home, but poorly installed downlighters are the cause of a significant number of fires in homes every year. What is a downlighter? Downlighters (recessed luminaries) are light fixtures installed in hollow openings, usually in ceilings. By installing them in these hollow recesses the […]