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Is your alarm system working as it should be?

Whilst there’s no denying that installing a security system is one of the very best ways to protect your home or business from intruders or theft, even a state-of-the-art system will fail to provide reliable protection if it isn’t serviced and checked on a regular basis. Here at Dalec we are a local alarm installation, […]

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Safety advice for electrical DIY

Love it or loathe it DIY is something most of us end up doing and with spring rapidly approaching, the chances are you’re thinking of tackling those maintenance or decorating jobs you’ve been avoiding all winter. Whilst DIY jobs are often unavoidable, it’s alarming to think that DIY mistakes are responsible for over half of […]

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Electrical services for homeowners in Leeds

Here at Dalec we offer a wide range of electrical services designed to cover all aspects of electrical installations for homeowners in Leeds. Whether you’re simply looking for advice on electrical safety, or are about to carry out major renovation work on your home, we can help. Our general electrical services including general rewiring, through […]

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Electrical safety in the garden part 2

Following on from our post last week on electrical safety in the garden, we thought we’d offer some more advice on using electricity safely in the garden. Garden ponds make a great feature, especially with the addition of a water fountain, but when water and electricity are in close proximity, risk of electric shock is […]

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Electrical safety in the garden part 1

Although spring definitely isn’t here yet, it won’t be long until the days start getting longer and we start to think about tidying up the garden. There’s no denying that electricity makes gardening much easier and it’s difficult to imagine managing without a lawnmower or electrical hedge trimmer, however the risk of injury (or worse) […]

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Product recalls – do they matter?

The simple answer is yes, they do matter! Electrical safety in the home or workplace is essential and regardless of the size or usage, electrical items can cause injury, electrical shock or worse. However, many people still believe that it’s OK to use electrical items which aren’t up to the job and don’t meet the […]

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The importance of emergency lighting

It’s true to say that emergency lighting can prove to be a lifesaver in the event of a fire and its provision is included in current Building Regulations and some local authority requirements. Emergency lighting is essential in commercial, industrial and business buildings and if you run your own business, or own a business premises, […]

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Tumble dryer safety advice for homeowners in Leeds

Most of us couldn’t manage without our washing machine and tumble dryer but there have been a number of reports recently of these appliances catching fire. Tumble dryers and washing machines contain powerful motors and moving parts which can get extremely hot, so if you don’t maintain your machine properly, there is the danger that […]

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Electrical safety advice for students in Leeds

The New Year sees a return to university accommodation for students with the spring term being seen by many as a good opportunity to look for somewhere to live for the next academic year. With this in mind, we thought we’d offer some electrical safety advice for students living in private rented accommodation. The number […]