Handling electrical systems, devices and components can expose the human body to electric shock, burns and other injuries. Faulty wiring and moist environments often lead to electric shock but can be prevented through the careful selection of a licensed electrician who can perform installation and maintenance services and provide sound electrical safety advice.
Benefits of having a licensed electrician
Quality credentials
Not all electrical contractors are licensed electricians. A licensed electrician not only has the educational background and appropriate training for ensuring electrical safety, but also uses high quality products, devices and tools, installs the best systems for their client’s needs and adopts strict safety standards and high quality services.
Mastery of electrical systems
Electricians obtain licenses only after passing strict requirements for training and assessment in important aspects of electrical systems such as electrical safety and energy efficiency.
Advice
A licensed electrician has the relevant training and experience to provide helpful advice in the proper installation of electrical systems, rewiring and troubleshooting electrical problems at home.
Integrity and professionalism
Licensed electricians are often members of professional organisations such as the Electrical and Contractors Association which monitors accredited electricians. These electricians pass stringent requirements, are obliged to observe a Code of Ethics and may be investigated and disciplined by the association for violations of the Code.
Guarantee on workmanship
Licensed electricians can offer a 12-month guarantee on electrical works performed, increasing the homeowner’s confidence in the home’s electrical safety.
Electrical services
Installation of a safety switch
Safety switches are designed to monitor the continuous flow of electricity in the wiring and appliances at home. Electric current that is “lost” in the circuit will trigger a response in the safety switch which cuts off supply of electric power before it can harm the home’s occupants or property. A variety of safety switch solutions are available, each having an appropriate application in situations that a licensed electrician can assess for the homeowner.
Maintenance of smoke alarms
Smoke alarms operate silently non-stop day and night, monitoring the air and raising the alarm when they detect smoke or fire. Smoke alarms are effective alerts of fire only when they are properly maintained and powered by fresh batteries.
Other services that a licensed electrician can provide for homeowners include the installation of a surge protector, wall and ceiling lighting devices, ceiling fans, grounding devices, rewiring or repairs in affected areas at home, general maintenance, garden lighting layout and design and pool lighting installation and repairs.