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Looking to be more efficient in your home? Save electricity today with our list of top tips We’re living in a world where being more self-aware of your own human and environmental impact on the planet and carbon footprint is becoming increasingly more important and relevant. We can take many steps towards being more environmentally […]

A Guide on Your Home Electrics What would we do without electricity? We live in a world where we are dependent on our home electrics, when it comes to cooking, keeping warm or keeping ourselves entertained, electricity is the heart of our homes and keeps things running smoothly. Regular testing on certain electrics should be […]

Shocking Electrical Myths In a field that is so wide, it is easy enough to have misconceptions on electrical safety in what is true and false. Here are some useful examples to help eliminate the electrical myths and help you have a clearer understanding of electricity. Electricity Travels at the Speed of Light This is […]

Ways to Save Electricity in Your Workplace Whether you’re at home or at work, we should all be making a conscious effort to save energy when we can. Consideration towards the environment is one small step that can go a long way if everyone has the same attitude, even in your workplace. First Strike Electrical […]

A Guide on Landlord Electrical Safety As a landlord, you have the responsibility of keeping your tenants safe by protecting them from electrical faults that could potentially cause danger and harm. By law, it is a requirement that you carry out certain electrical safety checks and installations throughout the property to ensure a safe environment […]

                  Our current approach to the transmission and distribution of electricity within the UK has proven to be pretty unreliable and unsuccessful. This is due to the lack of improvements and development made within the system since it was first introduced. We have now started to develop […]

Use less, gain more Although saving your money is key, becoming more energy efficient is equally as important. You will be contributing towards saving the environment, in addition to having a few spare pennies at the end of the month. Consuming less energy will help preserve the earth’s natural resources and the environment from ruin. […]

Electrical Hazards In The Garden Whether you’re a gardening pro or an enthusiastic novice, there are a few things you should be aware of to help reduce your risk of injury. The latest post from First Strike Electrical discusses electrical safety in the garden and top tips to ensure you stay safe to come rain […]

Electrical problems are a major cause for house fires across the UK, and keeping your household electrics in good working order is the only way to avoid serious risk to your health, safety and property. There are some common signs of electrical faults that can be overlooked and ignored. If you’re concerned that your home […]

              Why Are Your Bulbs Going Out Quickly? Have you ever bought a lightbulb that says it lasts 1000 hours, but find that after a few weeks the bulb has already gone? Lightbulbs are surprisingly costly, and trying to be energy efficient is getting pricier and pricier. If you […]