FAQ
Some things you should know
Only qualified electricians may do electrical installations and alterations.
A C.O.C is an inspection that takes at least 1 hour to complete.
An electrician has to do exams to be able to qualify to do a C.O.C
An electrician needs to be registered as an electrical tester to do a C.O.C
You can request documentation at any time from people doing work for you.
After a C.O.C has been issued and there are major problems, get a second opinion.
Frequently Ask Questions
On a normal power circuit, the current flowing to an appliance returns through the neutral wire. If the circuit is compromised, the electricity can leak to earth through a person in contact with the appliance, causing death or serious injury.
A safety switch detects the loss of power from the circuit, and cuts the supply of electricity in as little as 30 milliseconds – 0.003 seconds. Importantly, this response time is faster than the critical section of a heartbeat, and therefore significantly reduces the risk of death or serious injury.
A few factors to consider when choosing a ceiling fan are:
- Where it is to be installed
- The size of the room
- Is there need for a fan which includes a light
- The room decor
- Blade performance needed
- The location of your house
- Is a remote control fan needed.
An RCD is a residual-current device, also known as a safety switch. The device is designed to monitor the electrical current and disconnect the power when a leak is detected from a fault in wiring, an appliance or switch.
Fallon Services recommend that you should have an electrical inspection carried out if:
- You are purchasing a property that has been occupied
- The property is more that 25 years old
- If it is more that 5 years since one has been done
- If you are concerned about how any of the equipment may have been installed
Figuring out the electrical loads of homes is essential. And to determine the size of electrical panel involves an audit of your appliances and a little bit of math as well. Your circuits should only be loaded up to 80% of the total circuit capabilities. So, if you have a 15-amp circuit, the safe operating amperage would be no greater than 12 amps.
A surge protector is a piece of equipment that suppresses the excess voltage in your system to prevent it from causing harm to your appliances and devices. You should get some to protect your appliances and devices from power surges.
