Tips For a Safe and Merry Christmas

Christmas holidays cannot be complete without colourful lights and beautiful decorations inside and around our homes. But while decorating your home, yard, or business is a fun and cheerful way to revel in the season, it can also increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Lighting, in general, is a big part of Christmas decorations, […]

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Green Cooling During the Summer Heat Wave

As scorching summer days approach, it’s not just your comfort at stake. Your electricity bills and your home’s electrical system are also in jeopardy. High heat outdoors is a notorious problem as home air conditioners strain to keep up with indoor comfort. The older your AC units and household wiring, the greater risk is created […]

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A Guide to Storm Season Safety: Protecting Your Home Against Electrical Hazards

As the storm season approaches, it’s essential to prepare for more than just heavy rain and strong winds. Electrical hazards during storms are a significant concern. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the intricacies of our storm season, the electrical dangers it poses, and practical steps from Astley Electrical to ensure your safety, whether […]

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Home Renovations that You Should Leave to the Experts

Being a homeowner comes with more than a few perks. The ability to upgrade and renovate your house is one of them. You are free to repaint your cabinets, hang floating shelves, or put down new flooring. But some renovations should always be entrusted to experts. When it comes to your home’s electrical systems, changes […]

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Ensuring Pool Safety: Protecting Against Electrical Hazards

As a pool owner, safety is paramount. You’ve likely considered how to prevent slips, falls, or drownings around your pool, but have you thought about the hidden dangers of electrocution? Pools are equipped with various electrical components like heaters, pumps, and lighting. If electrical systems come into contact with water, the risk of shock becomes […]

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Teaching Children Electrical Safety

We live in a world of electricity. Children grow up surrounded by electric wonders, from the glowing lights above to their own battery-powered toys. Children develop an early understanding of the difference between a toy that is powered or unpowered, but electrical safety is something that must be taught. In order to keep your children […]

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5 Very Important Reasons You Should Never DIY Electrical Projects

Every homeowner, ever, has had the same idea. If I do the work myself, I will save some money on this project. While you may save upfront costs, DIY electrical work can cost you much more on the backend. These are just a few reasons you should NEVER do your own electrical work.  Safety Hazards […]

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Lighting your home the SMART Way: A Handy Guide To The Many Advantage

Lighting Your Home the SMART Way With various smart LED lighting systems to choose from and a wide range of benefits available, there is no shortage of reasons to light your home the smart way. If you have yet to make the change, every day provides another opportunity to do just that. Let’s take a […]

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How to Read Your Electricity Meter

Imagine being able to monitor your electricity usage effectively, identifying areas where you can reduce waste and make eco-conscious choices. The electrical meter, often overlooked and misunderstood, holds valuable information that can empower you to take control of your energy usage and ultimately save money on your bills. In a world driven by technology, you […]

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A Guide to the Most Common Household Plugs

Our lives have become increasingly dependent on various electrical devices and appliances. From the moment we wake up in the morning to when we go to sleep, we encounter an all too familiar frustration: dealing with a multitude of plugs that seem to populate our living spaces. The tedious task of unplugging them can quickly […]

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