Did you know that from September 2023, you will no longer be able to purchase fluorescent lamps. It had previously been announced that the sale of fluorescent lamps would be […]
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New Year, new EICR
Do you know when your EICR is due? Is it 2023? An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is an evaluation of a commercial property’s electrical installation. A report which should […]
Tis the season
It is that time of year again, when the majority of us are starting to think about Christmas and decorating the house for the festive season. Over the coming weeks […]
Advantages of an electric vehicle
Electric cars may seem a little out of budget, however the potential savings in electric car maintenance costs, may not have been considered. Though the initial upfront cost for an […]
EV chargers – Domestic ‘v’ Public
Despite the dramatic rise in energy prices, it is still substantially cheaper to run an electric car than a fuel vehicle as long as the electric vehicle is being charged […]
Black Pear Electricals’ Guide to the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS)
Businesses can breathe a small sigh of relief as the UK government announces a support package to tackle energy bills for firms over the next 6 months. Firms were looking […]
Is your insurance valid?
As a diligent duty holder, you will have insurance on your buildings. You will have made sure that you chose a good cover through a reputable company. You will have […]
How many EV chargepoints do you need?
For many people the idea of swapping to an electric vehicle, be it a plug-in hybrid or a battery electric vehicle, still feels unattainable, but there has been an explosion […]
Goodbye to funding
The Department of Transport has announced that as of immediate effect they are scrapping the grant worth £1,500 to help consumers buy electric cars. They insist that the funding will […]
Electrical safety in holiday accommodation
Before we know it, the summer holidays will be upon us. Holiday homes, campsites and parks are readying themselves for an influx of guests. But just like any homes, the […]
