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Bathroom exhaust fans can serve many important purposes within a home. Perhaps most importantly, these electrical appliances serve as an integral part of a residence’s healthy ventilation system.

High humidity within the home is a common problem experienced by Perth residents, and as the primary function of these fans is to remove that excessive moisture, an increasing number of local residents have been opting for the installation of these fans for effective ventilation.

Exhaust fans and extractors can be installed in several areas throughout the home, but they are perhaps most beneficial when installed in the washroom areas. Activities such as showering –  which can produce a lot of steam – or the presence of incandescent lights above bathroom mirrors can lead to the generation of a great deal of heat within the bathroom. If nothing else, this can be uncomfortable, particularly during the warmer months.

Therefore, exhaust fans can serve as an effective tool to mediate some of the general heat as well as odours within your bathroom, particularly when there are no other means of ventilation, such as windows, to alleviate it.

Bathroom exhaust fans are available in a number of sizes and shapes, allowing you the opportunity to choose a fan that you believe would be most suitable for use within your home. For assistance determining what fan may best fit the needs of your bathroom, you can also ask a reliable professional electrician. 

Benefits of Having Bathroom Exhaust Fans in Your Home 

In addition to removing excess moisture and effectively ventilating your bathrooms, having bathroom exhaust fans professionally installed within your home can provide a number of other benefits.

These benefits include:

• Staving off the accumulation of mould and mildew on your ceilings and walls that can occur as a result of inadequate ventilation.
• Less rust on your metal appliances, as high levels of moisture can speed up this process.
• Makes your bathroom more comfortable by effectively ventilating the generation of excess heat or steam.
• Prevent your mirrors from fogging up 

Why You Should Opt for Professional Installation 

The importance of having professionals handle the installation of exhaust fans within the bathrooms of your home cannot be understated.

As convenient as it may seem to do these installations on your own, fans that are incorrectly installed will not only fail to function property but may also cause damage to your home and raise several safety concerns. The repercussions of an improper installation can range from leaks in your roof on rainy days, to electrocution concerns, and the possibility of your fan becoming a fire hazard due to faulty wiring.

Hiring an experienced electrician to ensure the safe and proper installation of your bathroom exhaust fans is therefore imperative, and a more economical option as well in consideration of how costly damage control could become in the case of a faulty installation job.

If you are interested in having a bathroom exhaust fan installed on your residential or commercial property, call Perth’s Richtek Electrical & Air Solutions at (08) 9375 3926 to get a quote for your professional installation today!

by Michael Gray

The sheer abundance of electrical technicians advertising their services in areas such as Perth can render it difficult for home and commercial property owners to figure out who may be best to call.

While hiring the right technician can certainly feel like an overwhelming task – particularly if you are in an emergency situation –  there are certain essential electrician tools you can make it a priority to look out for when you are in need of a well-experienced electrician.

After all, receiving efficient electrical assistance involves more than just showing up with the right equipment. You want to be able to find an electrical technician whom you can trust and who has more knowledge about inspecting various electrical issues than the average person doing a Google search.

Before hiring an electrician in your area, look out for these essential electrician tools:

Licensure/Certification 

Under no circumstances should a property owner ever hire an individual who does not possess the necessary licensure to effectively serve as a contractor.

Licensed electricians must undergo years of certification and licensing tests, apprenticeships, and specialised training to be hired by a company and offer their services. Possessing the appropriate license and certifications allows electrical professionals to supply warranties, provide accident insurance, and for safety purposes, too, it is essential to hire an electrician who has certifiable experience performing their job to measurable standards.

Work Experience Performing Your Desired Service

 General experience working as a licensed electrician is imperative, but you also want to make sure that the professional you are hiring has more specific experience performing the particular service you need.

Some electricians specialise in certain areas of electrical work, and there’s no use hiring an electrician to perform a specific service on your property if their professional knowledge lies in another area.

References or Testimonials

 There is no shame in wanting the word of others to back up the experience of an electrician you are considering hiring. The best electricians will have references or testimonials from previous customers to prove their experience performing their vocational services, as well as their skills. Experienced contractors are well-aware of how important references can be to prospective customers and should have no problem supplying you with testimonials to vouch for their skills as an efficient electrical contractor.

Flexible Availability

 A key sign of a reliable electrician is flexibility in work hours.

For example, what if you were to experience an electrical emergency late at night and require immediate assistance? When or if disaster strikes, you will want to know you are in good hands.

There are many instances in which an electrical service may need to be performed outside of typical work hours, and a company that is able to accommodate these needs with emergency 24-hour availability is one that is competent in providing reliable service.

Willingness to Provide No-Obligation Quotes

 When looking to hire any sort of professional provider, you should always be wary of any service provider that is reluctant or unwilling to provide a quote upfront for their services. It’s a matter of professionalism, but also of respect for the customer.

by Michael Gray

Property owners may not pay much mind to the performance of electrical connections or appliances within their home until it is too late.

While it may seem a bother to have a licensed Perth electrician pay a visit to your property when things seem to be working fine, having regular electrical inspections may be more important than you think.

Knowing when it’s time to call your local electrician may seem hazy, as it can be difficult for home and business owners to identify some potential warning signs indicating larger issues, but experts agree that it is better to be safe than sorry when it comes to ensuring the good condition of your property’s electrical system. 

What Is an Electrical Safety Inspection? 

An electrical safety inspection is a procedure that is ideally carried out by a licensed and experienced electrician and involves thoroughly assessing the electrical wiring, connections, and appliances on your property.

This procedure serves as the most effective way to keep your electrical wiring and appliances in optimal condition, as well as prevent any minor problems that may be occurring from becoming worse.

Comprehensive electrical inspections can involve: testing smoke alarms, checking safety switches and outlets, taking a look at your property’s power box, checking your property for any exposed wires, assessing the overall function of your electrical service, and determining whether there are any other less-obvious electrical hazards on your property. It also can include any other inspection procedures deemed relevant by the professional inspecting your home. 

Benefits of Regular Electrical Inspections 

Taking precautionary measures to keep your property and its occupants safe can offer numerous benefits, including those both material and economical.

• By having regular electrical inspections done, an electrician will be able to identify any minor problems before they turn into major issues. Having these minor issues fixed earlier rather than later can help save you money down the line.
• Having your electrical wiring and connections adequately maintained can also ensure that everything is functioning optimally, which can help you evade higher costs associated with faulty electrical systems.
• Inspections can play an important role in ensuring your property’s safety after incidents such as power surges have occurred following a storm or other similar event. Power surges can cause short circuits and potentially cause damage to your electrical appliances.
• Having electrical appliances on your property inspected by a licensed electrician can help you to identify any damaged appliances and avoid experiencing unexpected electrical shocks.

Instead of ignoring electrical problems, or attempting to fix any minor or major electrical issues on your own, having a certified electrician assess your property gives you the best chance at keeping everything in check, so you don’t find yourself in an emergency electrical situation later on. 

Contact Your Perth Electrician

In an effort to anticipate the needs of maintaining the optimal function of electrical wiring and connections on your property, contact a skilled electrician.

Get in touch with a Richtek Electrical & Air Solutions team member, and we can help you set up an appointment to have a licensed electrician perform an electrical inspection on your property.

Call 08 9375 3926 to set up an electrical inspection for your home or commercial property today.

by Michael Gray