LED bulbs
LED light bulbs are relatively new to the market and it has been claimed that they could be the future of home lighting. LED stands for light-emitting diode but what are they and are they better than normal energy-saving bulbs?
The main difference between different types of light bulbs is the way they produce light. Old fashioned incandescent light bulbs work by passing electricity through a filament and normal energy-saving bulbs produce light by passing energy through mercury vapour to create UV light which is then absorbed by a phosphor coating inside the lamp which causes it to glow. LED bulbs use a semi-conductor that emits light energy when an electrical […]
The Most loved Ipswich Electricians
Barton Electrical Ipswich Ltd was incorporate by Graham Barton in 2005 as a result of the governments Part P legislation coming into effect. His experience in the last 50 years have seen him become a firm favourite for anyone needing an Ipswich electrician.
Having run his business as self-employed and later a limited company he has been leading his business since 1967. Graham’s daughter, Maria, has now joined the growing team and although Graham’s grandchildren are still very young maybe one day they will join the family business to drive it forward. When people think of a ‘family business’ they often tend to think of a very small business rather than a […]
A Job Well Done
We recently completed a job to install a six track lighting system in a shop in Ipswich. It’s always worth remembering that we work on private and commercial jobs in Suffolk so whatever you need speak to us and we will sort it.
Bekki Corridon
“Just want to thank Graham at Barton Electrical for swiftly quoting, and carrying out the supply and installation of 6 track lighting systems at the shop.
So many people were recommended although only a few got back to me following my message, one even cancelled as I was getting 3 quotes.
Graham was lovely, and his company arrived on time, were polite, and cleaned up after themselves.
How do I know when my property needs rewiring?
It is estimated that faulty wiring causes 12,500 fires and 750 serious accidents in the home every year. Faulty electrics can lead to fires or electrocution which can result in fatalities. If your wiring is very old and hasn’t been checked for a long time, it is also possible that in the event of an accident your insurer may refuse to pay out.
There are no hard and fast rules for when a property needs rewiring. Older wiring can still be safe whereas newer wiring could become damaged or faulty. However, if a property hasn’t been rewired for 25-30 years it is very […]
Are Surge Protectors Necessary in the UK?
Most people have heard the term ‘surge protector’ but what are they, how do they work and are they necessary in the UK?
What is a surge protector?
Surge protectors are designed to limit the voltage supplied to an electric device. It does this by either blocking or shorting to ground any excessive voltages above a safe threshold. Many large scale or heavy duty industrial kit has a surge protection device already installed but they can also be used in residential situations too, for example to protect specific household equipment such as an expensive television or computer equipment.
What are voltage spikes/electrical surges?
Electricity moves along a wire in […]
Importance of landlords using qualified electricians
Calling all Landlords – There are many things to consider when deciding to rent a property to tenants but one of the things at the top of the list is safety. As a fully NICEIC approved electrician, the team at Barton
Electrical understand the dangers of substandard electrical work.
Every year around 70 deaths and 350,000 injuries happen in UK homes which are caused by faulty electrics and electrical equipment and electricity is the cause of almost half of all domestic fires.
The following is a guide to your responsibilities as a landlord when it comes to electrics.
The Law
As a landlord, you have certain responsibilities […]