In the electrical and construction industries, we talk about safety every day. We look out for hazards, check our equipment, follow procedures and keep an eye on the people working beside us. But there’s another part of workplace safety that can be much harder to see – how someone is really going. R U OK? […]
Stuart Coward
How to Charge E-Bike Battery Safely at Home (Plus Tips for E-Scooters & Other Devices)
Lithium-ion batteries have become part of everyday life. From e-bikes and e-scooters to cordless power tools, laptops, phones and vacuum cleaners, we’re surrounded by rechargeable battery-powered devices. The Basics of How to Charge E-Bike Battery Safely at Home (and Why It Extends to Every Device) While these batteries are convenient and generally safe when used […]
Buying a Home? Don’t Miss These Electrical Red Flags – and Why a Professional Inspection Could Save You Thousands
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. While it’s easy to get caught up in location, layout, and finishes, there’s one crucial element that often gets overlooked – the electrical system. Most buyers organise building and pest inspections before they sign on the dotted line. But what about the wiring […]
5 Things You Need to Know About Victoria’s New Solar Battery Rebates
Save thousands on a battery system for your home or business – starting July 2025 If you’ve been thinking about adding a battery to your solar setup, there’s never been a better time. The Victorian Government has just announced the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, launching 1 July 2025 – and it’s set to make home […]
Why Solar Power is a Game-Changer for Rural Homeowners
Living in a rural area presents unique challenges when it comes to energy use. From high electricity bills to frequent power outages, rural homeowners often face energy-related issues that city dwellers may not even think about. But what if you could take control of your energy future, reduce your reliance on the grid, and build […]
Christmas Closure 2024
It’s time to wrap things up. Christmas Closure Dates Wishing you a wonderful holiday season from all the staff at E-Tec Electrical. Our office will be closed from Friday 20th December, and will reopen on Wednesday 8th January. Although our team is taking a well-earned break during this time, rest assured, we’re still available for […]
Smoke alarm maintenance & requirements
As daylight savings draws to a close, we’re typically reminded to change our smoke alarm battery. However there a few more points we’d recommend considering around smoke alarm requirements and maintenance. Once a month test your smoke alarm battery by pressing and holding the test button At least once a year, dust, vacuum and gently […]
Hybrid 2 phase power supply – Gruyere
We recently completed an installation of a grid-connected, 2 phase power supply at a property in Gruyere. We talked to our client and the owner of the property to find out a bit more about his property and why he decided to have such a system installed. “The electricity supply was insufficient” “We built […]