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Electrical problems are one of the major reasons for house wires and can be very dangerous for the safety of you and your family.Heat is created when electric current passes through a resistance. The amount of heat is determined by the amount of current and the size of the resistance.A good conductor of electricity has low resistance and poor conductors have high resistance.Air is a poor conductor of electricity. However when electric currents flow across small air gaps a lot of heat and sparks are generated. This happens when insulation breaks down or when electrical connections are loose.Copper wire is a good conductor of electricity. However, if too much current flows through the copper wire then the wire will get hot. Larger diameter wires are required to carry larger electric currents.Here are the main causes and solutions for electricity based fires in Australian homes:
Cause: Cable insulation breakdownSolution: Replace the house wiringCause: Overloading of electrical circuitsSolution: Additional circuitsCause: Incorrectly sized/faulty fusesSolution: Install circuit breakersCause: Loose connectionsSolution: Only use reputable electriciansCause: Faulty electrical appliancesSolution: Install safety switchesCause: Voltage surges from lightning strikesSolution: Install a surge diverterCause: Downlights overheatingSolution: Cooling space around the downlight
Get in touch with us on 0427 175 654.Safety inspection $120 including gst (usually $170)Safety switches and surge diverters should be inspected on a regular basis.
