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Energy usage of a TV: How much electricity is used?

Tue, 02/12/2025 - 05:02 By Paul Higgins
When it comes to worrying about your electricity bill, the tv use should be low on the priority scale. Modern TVs such as LED powered sets have incredible energy efficiency and will not add significantly to your overall energy costs. The amount of energy a TV uses will vary and various things will affect the costs such as the type of TV.
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Electrical Outlets - How long should they last?

Mon, 02/06/2025 - 04:34 By Paul Higgins
Electrical Outlets. How long should they last? Electrical Outlets should last around 20-30 years assuming they are not overloaded, misused, and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. There are circumstances that may affect the lifespan of the outlets such as frequent circuit breaker trips, heavy loading, dusty or dirty conditions, moisture ingress and loose connections. We also have to consider the original build quality of the electrical outlets when considering how long they will last. Whilst there are minimum standards to which electrical outlets are constructed, better build quality and materials used during the original construction will mean a longer life when all things are considered. Click offer a 25 year warranty on their mode range
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How much does it cost to run an electric blanket

Fri, 30/05/2025 - 05:10 By Paul Higgins
It doesn’t cost much to run an Electric Blanket. Typically the costs are around 10-20 pence per night. The costs can vary depending upon the cost of your electricity, the size of the blanket and the frequency of its use. We will have a look at the calculations for running costs of an electric blanket in this article.
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12 Signs your electrical outlets need replacing at home

Mon, 12/05/2025 - 04:04 By Paul Higgins
As a professional electrician and electrical lecturer, I have a great deal of experience with electrical systems and finding electrical faults. Issues with electrical outlets are more common in older homes as old wiring and outdated outlets tend to go hand in hand with older properties. If you are experiencing problems with your socket outlets then this could be an indication that they require replacing.
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Are fake phone chargers dangerous? Can cheap be real?

Mon, 10/03/2025 - 03:17 By Paul Higgins
Our mobile devices have become something that we rely on constantly. When a phone battery runs low, most of us instinctively reach for the nearest charger without a second thought. But as an electrical lecturer and electrician with many years of industry experience, I've witnessed first-hand the devastating damage that counterfeit chargers and fake phone chargers can cause.
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Electrical Tape. Can it catch fire? Is it Safe?

Mon, 18/11/2024 - 02:25 By Paul Higgins
Electrical tape is sold in many DIY and hardware stores across the world but what are its actual uses? Is it safe to use in all situations and when is it best to use electrical tape? In this article we will look at when it’s appropriate to use electrical tape and when other products would be more suitable. CAN ELECTRICAL TAPE CATCH FIRE or is it heat resistant and safe to use where higher temperatures may be experienced? We will look at the variety of applications where electrical tape can be used.
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