Fault Finding

It really depends on the kind of property and what’s going on behind the walls.

• Residential: For most homes, every 2–3 years is a safe bet to catch wear and tear early, especially in older switchboards or if you’ve added things like EV chargers, solar, or battery systems.
• Commercial & Retail: Annual maintenance is generally recommended. You’ve got higher usage, safety obligations, and often equipment that can’t afford downtime.
• Strata: We usually recommend a tailored plan — common areas, smoke alarms, exit lighting, and meter panels need regular servicing, often yearly.
• Industrial: These sites should be on a scheduled plan. Depending on the machinery and load, we’d usually suggest quarterly or biannual inspections to keep everything compliant and avoid shutdowns.

If you’re unsure, we can advise based on your setup and put a plan in place that makes sense.

Our preventative maintenance service is all about keeping things running safely and catching issues before they turn into faults or downtime. Here’s what we typically include:

• Visual inspection of switchboards, wiring, fittings, and connections
• Testing of safety switches (RCDs) to make sure they trip properly
• Smoke alarm testing and compliance checks
• Emergency lighting and exit sign testing (for strata and commercial)
• Load testing and assessment of circuits under pressure
• Thermal imaging (where applicable) to detect hotspots or overloading
• Report + recommendations — we’ll flag anything that needs attention and give you options to fix it

The exact scope depends on your property type — we tailor it for homes, strata complexes, commercial sites, and industrial setups.

Tracking down hidden electrical faults is a bit of an art and a science. We use a combination of:

• Insulation and continuity testing to trace breaks or faults in the wiring
• Circuit isolation to narrow down which area is causing the issue
• Thermal imaging (where needed) to detect overheating or load issues
• Visual inspection of fittings, switchboards, connections, and behind outlets
• Real-world testing under load to replicate the issue and observe behaviour

We rely on solid testing tools, but more than that — it’s knowing what to look for, how systems are usually run, and what doesn't smell right. We've solved plenty of mystery faults that others couldn’t. It’s one of the things we’re known for.

We diagnose and repair all sorts of electrical faults — from everyday issues to the more complex stuff that needs digging into. That includes:

• Power points not working
• Lights flickering or blowing regularly
• Circuit breakers tripping for no clear reason
• Switchboard faults or burnt-out components
• Faulty smoke alarms
• Underground cable faults
• Safety switch problems
• Hidden wiring issues in walls or ceilings
• Poor workmanship from past jobs

Whether it’s something small or a fault that’s been causing headaches for a while, we’ll find it and fix it properly.

Yep, we can provide full compliance reports and test and tag services for commercial sites. Whether it’s part of a preventative maintenance plan or a once-off job, we make sure your site meets the required safety standards and documentation is in order.

We can take care of:

• Electrical safety test and tagging
• RCD/safety switch testing
• Emergency and exit light testing
• Detailed compliance reporting for your records

If you’ve got a compliance deadline coming up, we can schedule the work so you’re covered without any last-minute stress.

Our services cover everything from day-to-day electrical work to larger projects and specialised installations. This includes:

• Residential electrical — power points, lighting, ceiling fans, switchboard upgrades, appliance installs, EV chargers, smoke alarms
• Commercial electrical — fit-outs, maintenance contracts, compliance testing, data and communications, fault finding
• Air conditioning — split system supply, installation, and servicing
• Home automation — smart lighting, climate control, and security integration
• Safety and compliance — test and tag, RCD testing, emergency lighting checks, smoke alarm compliance
• Energy efficiency upgrades — LED lighting conversions, energy monitoring, and load management

If you’re not sure whether we handle a specific job, just ask — if it’s within our licence, we’ll take care of it, and if not, we can usually connect you with a trusted partner.

Yep, we can set up an electrical maintenance contract to keep your business running smoothly and compliant year-round. Each plan is tailored to your site, equipment, and regulatory requirements, and can cover:

• Routine inspections and preventative maintenance
• Test and tag services
• RCD/safety switch testing
• Emergency and exit light checks
• Scheduled reporting for compliance records

We’ll work with you to agree on service intervals that make sense for your operations — whether that’s quarterly, biannually, or annually — so you can focus on your business knowing the electrical side is taken care of.

You should think about upgrading your switchboard if:

• It still uses ceramic fuses or other outdated components
• You don’t have safety switches on all circuits
• Circuit breakers trip often or fuses blow regularly
• You’re adding new high-demand appliances (like an EV charger, aircon, or induction cooktop)
• There are visible signs of wear, heat damage, or corrosion
• You’re renovating or extending your property
• Your insurer or electrician has flagged compliance issues

Upgrading ensures your electrical system is safe, reliable, and able to handle today’s energy demands.