GREATER Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) is warning people of the dangers of leaving electrical items plugged in for long periods of time due to the risk of fire. Hair straighteners, mobile phone chargers, televisions and other electrical items can cause serious fires if they’re left plugged in overnight or when the house is […]
The rewiring of homes has become the subject of new regulations from the Health and Safety Authority. As of 1 August, home owners have new responsibilities if they are paying for construction work. Riskier or longer term construction jobs in homes now need a project supervisor to co-ordinate safety The HSA had to bring […]
In Cornelscourt this morning fault locating on phone lines. Then this afternoon working in Dalkey with plumbers Dave and Paul Devaney fitting out new kitchen. I have worked with Dave and Paul on numerous occasions and its always a pleasure to work with people who are professional in every way.
ECSSA will be inspecting my work and record books today. This normally takes a couple of hours. Will be replacing sockets and lights in Dalkey and then out to Shankill to install a few new sockets. Will be meeting the inspector from ECSSA in Cabinteely. Will also be fixing down lighters in Sallynoggin.
Bord Gas is set to raise prices by 2pc, in a move that will send annual bills up by close to €20 over a year. And electricity bills will rise by a similar amount, which will force householders to fork out an extra €50 a year for lighting and heat. via Bord Gas announce 2pc […]
Blackened sockets are a sign that there is a problem. Sockets work on the principle of clamping onto the pins of the plug. When the socket starts to look work or blacken, then the socket needs to be replaced. To continue using old sockets which are showing signs of wear is to invite trouble. Fires […]