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The pandemic and quarantine orders since last year got a lot of us starting all kinds of new projects, from baking sourdough bread to starting a plant collection to even doing a little DIY fixing at home. DIY is definitely a great money-saver but sometimes if you’re in over your head, it can end up […]

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Power outages can be annoying and at times worrisome if they take a while, and you’re not sure what caused it. They put an entire halt to our lives since we need electricity for pretty much everything. There are many possible causes for a power outage and it can last from minutes to hours to […]

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If you have a pet, you most probably consider it to be more than just an animal, a member of your family. You want it to be healthy and live as long as possible. But pets are curious and you can’t always keep an eye on them. That’s why it’s best to keep their environment […]

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We’ve talked a lot on our blog about electrical hazards in the home that you should be aware of and how you should take care of them. But what about in the workplace?  Whether it’s an office in a commercial building or a construction site, both have a number of potential electrical hazards. It’s important […]

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We’ve got some exciting news! Miles Astley Electrical Services will be rebranding to Astley Electrical, as Miles has officially made his two sons, Aaron and Ben, Directors in the family business. We redesigned our logo, redid our home office, and have a new space to welcome new clients. This change brings about a new chapter […]

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Lighting an average household in Australia takes up about 10% of the electricity bill. This is because more people are using more energy efficient light bulbs in recent years. And they don’t just save you money, they also reduce the number of light bulbs that end up in a landfill. All in all, choosing efficient […]

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Winter brings about a host of electrical issues because of the cold temperatures and precipitous weather. If you’re not familiar with them, you cannot prepare for them. If you can’t prepare for them, they can turn into costly repairs and uncomfortable conditions, or worse, injuries, fires, and even death.  We’ve listed some common electrical problems […]

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Are you about to have electrical work done on your house for the first time? Will it be your first time hiring an electrician and you aren’t sure how to hire a good one? We understand that it’s not only about the work experience, but also about letting people, virtually strangers, into your home. How […]

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Children are naturally curious, and sometimes that curiosity can lead to some serious injuries. One way that can happen is with electricity, which is why it’s important to teach them about safety as early as four. But how can you teach children about something they can’t see or touch? It isn’t the same as teaching […]

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Want to know what it’s like to be a tradie and start your own business? This is the story of our very own Miles Astley, from his days as an apprentice to starting and growing Astley Electrical to what it is today. Apprenticeship Miles started when he was 18. He spent the first two of […]

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