How many of you still use the 'big light' in your lounge?

Send me an email and let me know if you usually use the big light or if you prefer side lamps.

Electricians in Corsham are often are constantly carrying out lighting upgrades to peoples homes and many years ago lighting sockets for lamps used to be quite popular and I think they're starting to get used more. I've even put them in to my own house when carrying out my own home re-wiring.

Yes it's true. Much like the halogen light bulbs that start being phased out a few years ago, fluorescent lights are also being phased out and by September 2023 you won't be able to buy any more fluorescent light bulbs and your electrician will be installing only new LED lights. 

We should all be moving over to new LED lighting and properly disposing of the old fluorescent light bulbs. Did you know 1 fluorescent tube can contaminate up to 30,000 litres of water if disposed of incorrectly?

As electricians, we need to properly design a circuit and use materials that are suitable for it's location. Regulations change which means a few years ago the circuit may have been designed differently. A common difference is the use of grey PVC cable for outside wall lights i.e. decorative lights or flood lights. You'll often see a small amount of grey cable coming straight out of the wall and in to the back of a light. 

Lets talk lighting. I've been doing more and more lighting jobs as the months go on and I feel like it's time to take the plunge and start showing everyone what's actually out there and what cool things you can do! 

The summer solstice has come and gone which means the days are getting shorter and the nights longer, outdoor lighting can add some design and style to your garden and help your CCTV system (if you have one) show a clearer image, keeping your safe in your home.