The Rise of EVs Means Rethinking Your Home’s Power Supply As more Australians embrace electric vehicles, one critical aspect is often overlooked — whether your current electrical system can actually support your new EV charger. That’s where three-phase power comes in. While most homes in Melbourne run on single-phase power, it can limit your EV…
Why Is My LED Light Suddenly Dim? ⚡ Quick Fix First:If your LED light has suddenly dimmed, it’s usually caused by a voltage issue, circuit overload, heat, poor connections—or simply cheap LED bulbs. Scroll below for how to fix it. 5 Reasons Your LED Might Be Fading (and What to Do) LED lights are supposed…
Electricity powers our homes, but without caution, it can pose serious risks—especially to children. Inquisitive and fearless, young kids often see sockets, cords, and switches as toys or puzzles. But a simple mistake can lead to electric shocks, burns, or worse. That’s why it’s critical to create a home environment where your children are protected…
When the lights go out, your building’s emergency exit lighting becomes more than a compliance checkbox, it becomes a critical safety tool. Whether you’re managing a warehouse or an office space, having the right emergency lighting isn’t just good practice—it’s the law. At Electrx, we help Western Melbourne businesses install and maintain emergency lighting systems…
What happens if you don’t have safety switches? Without safety switches (RCDs), your home has no automatic protection from electric shock. If a fault occurs, power won’t disconnect quickly enough to prevent injury or fire. Safety switches are now required on all final circuits in Victorian homes. Switchboards And Safety Switches Safety switches are one…
What is cotton wiring and why is it dangerous? Cotton wiring is an outdated type of electrical cable insulated with braided fabric and rubber. Over time, the insulation becomes brittle and exposes live wires, creating fire and shock hazards. Homes with cotton cabling should be rewired by a licensed electrician. Old Wiring In Homes If…
Why does my circuit breaker keep tripping? A circuit breaker keeps tripping to protect your home from an electrical fault. Common causes include overloaded circuits, short circuits, faulty appliances or wiring issues. If it won’t stay up, the fault needs to be isolated and repaired by a licensed electrician. Why Is It Tripping? If your…
Why is my power point not working? A power point may stop working due to a tripped circuit, faulty wiring, a loose terminal, or internal damage to the socket. Sometimes, the issue is with the appliance, not the outlet. If nearby power points are also affected, it may be a circuit-wide fault. Introduction Power Points…
What causes a fuse box to blow? A fuse box can blow due to overloaded circuits, short circuits, appliance faults, or ageing components. Older boards with ceramic fuses are especially prone to failure. A blown fuse is a sign the system has been pushed beyond safe limits and needs inspection. A blown fuse box is…
Why are my Lights Flickering? Flickering lights can be caused by loose connections, overloaded circuits, voltage fluctuations, failing globes or dimmer switches. In some cases, they signal a serious wiring fault or neutral issue that needs urgent electrical inspection. All About Flickering Lights A flickering light might seem like a minor annoyance but sometimes it’s…
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