This story is great news for property developers, builders, business owners and residents alike. Ever since ‘smart wiring’ became a thing, people have been installing large central units in their homes and offices to manage automated systems such as lighting, heating and cooling, and security. The good news is that now Clipsal have created a […]
What every property manager needs to know As a landlord, property investor, property manager or body corporate manager, you are responsible for a range of issues around the property, and it’s important that you understand exactly what you may and may not be held liable for when incidents and accidents occur. This is particularly important when […]
Here’s a plug for electric vehicle chargers Forgive us for the shameless pun, but we know you’ll get a charge out of this – PRF Electrical is working on a deal supply and fit domestic Garo Electrical Vehicle Chargers, thanks to our very good friends at Sealed Performance Batteries. The stylish Garo wall-mounted home charger […]
Local firm PRF Electrical has a long history of helping young electricians to learn the trade through apprenticeships, and helping them develop into skilled, professional tradesmen. In 2014 PRF took on a mature age apprentice Patrik Iwanowski, and just two years into his apprenticeship this young man has been named the winner of the prestigious […]
As a shop owner, hairdresser, cafe or kiosk owner or restaurateur, you’re probably aware that every Class 6 building – that is, the premises where you operate – requires at least one exit sign. Even if your shop floor is tiny, and you would think that the exit is unmistakable. But what about signs pointing […]
There’s a lot of buzz around infrared, or thermographic, inspection right now, and for once the hype is justified. If you run a factory, shopping centre, commercial building or even a large office, an annual infrared electrical inspection can potentially save you a packet. As one of Western Australia’s leading exponents of infrared electrical inspections, […]
If you’re thinking of going solar for domestic or commercial power generation, it pays to know as much as you can before you commit. The good news is, it’s a terrific time to go solar, and as long as you get the right system it should serve you well for years to come. So why […]
If you own, manage, or live in a rental property, and we do electrical work at your property we must comply with *Regulation 62 of the Electricity (licencing) Regulations 1991 – If the property’s electrical system or equipment appears to be unsafe in the opinion of our electrician we are obligated to report the issue […]
In Western Australia, our workplaces are protected by The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 (OSH Act) which requires electrical equipment to be safe and not expose workers to electrical hazards. Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996 (the OSH regulations) stipulates the manager or person who has control of your workplace must make certain that […]