Wall framing and materials
Learn about how different types of walls and floor materials (like SIPS, or suspended concrete slabs, for example) may lead to different demands in...
Outdoor fittings and cabling
Electrical systems installed outside may be exposed to the elements, so it's vital that appropriately weatherproofed equipment is used. Find out what the law...
Safety switch laws and requirements
The law in Australia now requires that all homes be fitted with safety switches (also called residual current devices or RCDs). Learn more about...
Rebates for solar panels
State and federal governments currently offer significant rebates for solar electricity installations. Find out how these are regulated, how the rebates work, and what...
Safety certificates for electrical work
For all work done by an electrician in Australia, you should obtain an electrical compliance certificate. Find out what a compliance certificate is, how...
Single phase vs three phase
Different appliances may need a greater supply of current, and some may require three phase power to work. Find out more about the difference...
Appliance testing and tagging
Under certain circumstances, portable appliances in homes need to be tested and tagged to ensure that they don't pose an electrical safety risk. Find...
Height and position of power points
Regulations exist in Australia to ensure that power points (or GPOs) are installed safely and sensibly. Learn more about where power points should be...
Fuses, circuit breakers and safety switches
Fuses, circuit breakers and safety switches all offer very different levels of protection and safety. See how they differ, and find out how to...
When do I need an electrician?
Installation work? Maintenance work? Need something replaced or upgraded? Find out what kinds of work electricians do, and when you need to call one.
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