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How often should a switchboard be upgraded?

How often should a switchboard be upgraded?

Your switchboard is the control centre of your home’s electrical system. It distributes electricity throughout the property and contains protective devices designed to shut off the power if an Read more

Inside a Real Bathroom Reno: Josh and Hugo on Making a Simple Upgrade Actually Simple

Inside a Real Bathroom Reno: Josh and Hugo on Making a Simple Upgrade Actually Simple

Most bathroom renovations have a builder or project manager in the middle, coordinating the trades. Not this one. The homeowners on this Glenview, Hamilton project decided to project manage it Read more

Charging Your EV With Solar How It Actually Works in NZ

Charging Your EV With Solar How It Actually Works in NZ

With fuel prices rising and more EVs on New Zealand roads, more homeowners are asking the same question: “Can I charge my EV using solar?” The short answer: Yes — and for many homes, it works Read more

How to Stop Condensation in Your Home (Windows, Walls and Ceilings)

How to Stop Condensation in Your Home (Windows, Walls and Ceilings)

If you're wiping water off your windows every winter morning, you're not alone. Condensation is one of the most common problems in New Zealand homes, and left alone it leads to black mould, musty Read more

SmartVent vs Lossnay - Which Is Right for Your Home?

SmartVent vs Lossnay - Which Is Right for Your Home?

Choosing the right ventilation system can be confusing. The two most common options in New Zealand are: SmartVent (positive pressure) Lossnay (balanced heat recovery) Both improve air quality — but Read more

What enquiries are we getting right now? (Winter 2026)

As we head into winter, we’re seeing a clear shift in the types of enquiries coming through at Alectrics. We asked Hugo what’s actually landing in the inbox right now — and two things are stand Read more

How Much Does EV Charger Installation Cost in Hamilton? (2026)

How Much Does EV Charger Installation Cost in Hamilton? (2026)

If you've just bought an EV — or you're about to — installing a proper home charger is one of the first things you'll want to sort. But the cost question is harder to Google than it should be. So Read more

Will Insurance Cover You If Your EWOF Is Expired?

If your campervan or caravan connects to a 230V power supply, it legally requires a current Electrical Warrant of Fitness (EWOF) in New Zealand. But here’s the real question many owners are asking: Read more

Behind the Scenes: A Full Office Electrical Refit by Alectrics

Alectrics recently completed a full electrical refit for a large commercial office environment, transforming the space to support modern work, collaboration, and technical requirements. Projects like Read more

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