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How to Tell If Your Power Board Is a Fire Risk
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How to Tell If Your Power Board Is a Fire Risk

Power boards are found in almost every Australian home. They’re convenient, affordable, and often used to power multiple devices from a single power point. However, what many homeowners don’t realise is that power boards are one of the most common causes of electrical fires in residential properties — especially when they’re misused or outdated.

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What Happens During a Professional Electrical Safety Inspection?
Electrical Tips

What Happens During a Professional Electrical Safety Inspection?

If you’re a homeowner or business owner in Ipswich, you may have heard the term electrical safety inspection — but not fully understood what it actually involves. Many people assume it’s a quick look at the switchboard or a formality before selling a property. In reality, a professional electrical safety inspection is a detailed assessment designed to protect your property, your family, and your insurance coverage.

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Renovating an Older Ipswich Home? Electrical Issues You Should Expect
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Renovating an Older Ipswich Home? Electrical Issues You Should Expect

Renovating an older home in Ipswich can be incredibly rewarding. From Queenslanders and post-war homes to classic brick builds, these properties offer character, solid construction, and charm you simply don’t find in newer estates. However, behind the walls of many older Ipswich homes lies an electrical system that was never designed for modern living.

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Why Ipswich Homes Are Prone to Electrical Overloads (And How to Fix It)
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Why Ipswich Homes Are Prone to Electrical Overloads (And How to Fix It)

Electrical overloads are one of the most common — and most misunderstood — electrical issues we see in Ipswich homes. From nuisance circuit breaker trips to flickering lights and, in serious cases, fire risks, overloaded electrical systems can quietly put your home and family at risk.

At Uncommon Electricians, we regularly attend Ipswich properties where the electrical system simply hasn’t kept up with modern living. In this article, we’ll explain why Ipswich homes are particularly prone to electrical overloads, what the warning signs are, and — most importantly — how a licensed electrician can fix the problem safely and legally.

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Understanding Your Electrical Outlets and Switches
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Understanding Your Electrical Outlets and Switches

We use them every day without a second thought, but your home’s electrical outlets and switches are a lot more complex than they seem. More importantly, they are crucial to your family’s safety. This simple guide will help you understand the different types, how they work, and the warning signs that tell you it’s time to call in a professional.

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