Posted by niamhp on November 11, 2009 under All posts, Electrical |
Kickboard lighting adds atmosphere to modern kitchens, the lights in the picture below are white LED lights which also come in blue.
This is a great way to make a statement in a kitchen, but they also look great in other locations. Pelmet lighting is the lights that are placed underneath the pelmet, they are great for throwing light onto the working surface of the kitchen workspace.

Posted by niamhp on November 3, 2009 under All posts |
Sustainable Energy Ireland have a great little gadget that I picked up recently at the Ideal Homes Show at the RDS in Dublin, its about the size to a post card and it reads the tempreature in your home.

The idea being if its too hot then reduce the temperature, if its too cold have your home assessed to have it insulated or have your heating system upgraded. SEI can help on that front also with grants available for some of these types of work to be carried out. For further information check out the site at this link
http://www.sei.ie/Grants/Home_Energy_Saving_Scheme/

Posted by niamhp on October 21, 2009 under All posts |
We showcased our range of electrical services at the Johnstown Business Fair recently. At which we launched our latest service available. We demonstrated the Smarthomes system and had a hub on display for the duration of the fair. There was a lot of interest in this piece of equipment, mostly from the lads I have to say.

Posted by niamhp on October 15, 2009 under All posts, Electrical |
Blog Action Day 2009
Today is Blog Action Day, when bloggers from around the world all write about one topic for one day. This year that topic is Climate Change. We believe that it is a problem and everyone should do their part to reduce the impact that we all have on this planet.
By taking action in our own homes and places of work, starting today we can have a positive impact and can save some money also. As we are electrical contractors we have focused on savings that can be made when conserving electricity. We have already suggested some of these in the past from a money and time saving aspect.
- Turn off your lights when you don’t need them on, how many times do we walk from one room to the next and leave the lights on, there is a soloution to this in the form of latching sensors which when installed will automatically switch the lighting off when an area is unoccupied, dim the lighting when there is sufficient sunlight, switch the ligthing on when you enter the room or area.
- If you’re not using an appliance, unplug it or have some switched sockets fitted and switch off when not in use.
- Fit a time clock to your immersion for hot water when you need it.
- Have an electric shower fitted it uses less water than a bath.
- Understand your thermostat and turn it down two degrees in Winter and up two degrees in Summer.
This action plan will save you money. If you require any electrical works carried out in this regard contact us for a survey or quote.
http://www.blogactionday.org/

Posted by niamhp on October 14, 2009 under All posts, Latest News |
We took part in Johnstown Business Expo which was held last weekend at Johnstown Business Centre, Johnstown, Naas. We officially launched our new service to the public, as an approved Smarthomes installer. A Smarthomes hub was on display over the weekend to demonstrate the look and feel of the system, there was great interest in this piece of equipment. For anyone interested in this system contact us at 01-6242393 or contact Smarthomes at 042-9394055 www.smarthomes.ie

We held a draw at the close of business on Sunday for a prize of a clock as supplied by Harmony Design Studio the winner was Pat from New Earth Landscapes based in Kill, Co. Kildare

Posted by niamhp on October 6, 2009 under All posts, Latest News |
We are now an approved Smarthomes installer and will be laucnhing this serivce at Johnstown Business Fair and the Johnstown Business Centre.
The fair happens this weekend 9th, 10th 11th October. Friday 2pm-7pm, Saturday 11am-6pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. You can find further information at http://www.johnstownbusinesscentre.ie/
So if you are attending and would like to dicsuss anything in relation to electrical installations, intruder alarm installations or serivce, or if you are planning to carry out building works - we would be happy to discuss this with you. Feel free to bring along copies of drawings or plans to get some advice.

Posted by niamhp on September 25, 2009 under All posts, Electrical, Latest News |
We are delighted to announce that we recently completed the training course run by Smarthomes, to become an Approved Installer of the Smarthomes range of products. We spent four days at the Smarthomes offices in Dundalk getting familiar with both the equipment and the packages available to both the homeowner and the developer alike.
Further information on the range of products, the benefits and to see the systems in use follow this link to the Smarthomes website.
We will be happy to discuss any queries in relation to the range of products.

Posted by niamhp on September 1, 2009 under Alarms, All posts |
Well its official now, we have received our licence as issued by the PSA - Private Security Authority. This is now your guarantee that An Garda Siochana has vetted us. Our workmanship has been tested and verified as having reached the required standard for the installation of intruder alarm systems. The Chief Executive Officer of the PSA, Geraldine Larkin, has issued our licence.
Not only has our quality of workmanship been tested and checked but our document and record keeping has been checked and confirmed as reaching the standard as set down in EN50131 and SR40. This is to enable you the client to have quotations received in writing and to be able to compare like with like, to cut out the jargon and give specifications in plain English.
This is an ideal time to have your alarm system installed or indeed serviced before the dark evenings are upon us. We all rely on our alarm systems every day and night and it is only when it is broken that we are put in a vulnerable position. So now is a good time to have it checked and serviced.

Posted by niamhp on August 11, 2009 under Alarms, All posts, Electrical, Latest News |
I mentioned yesterday that we are now certified to install intruder alarm systems and other electronic security systems, like access control systems and CCTV systems, but very few people are aware of the fact that this area is now covered by legislation. The Minister who enacted this was Mr. McDowell, it was at the time brought in to cover and licence the manned security area, door men and the like. It was then extended to cover the electronic area of the industry, regardless of the fact that electricians were trained in the installation and maintenance of the equipment there are also consequences for the client.
The client who has some electronic security systems installed is ment to check that the supplier/ installer is licenced to carry out this work. The downside is that the client is at risk of a fine and/or prosecution if they have not checked this regardless of the fact that it is not widely publicized. So now that you are aware of the fact…… pass it on. If you know of someone who is getting an alarm system installed let them know to ask the installer if they are licenced and ask to see proof.


Posted by niamhp on August 10, 2009 under All posts, Awards |
We are now EQA Certified and as such are allowed to use their logo on our headed paper and of course other publicity documentation.

Our certificates arrived in the post recently also to confirm that we have attained the standards as contained in EN50131-1:1997 and I.S. CLC/TS 50131-7:2003 for the installation os Intruder Alarm Systems and SR40 for Electronic Security Services - Intruder Alarm, Access Control and CCTV Systems SR40:2005. These certificates are valid for two years though we will have an assessment in twelve months.