G. Archer Electrics

03/07/2023

Keep it Local:

Electrician for the past 42 years G Archer Electrics has been servicing homes in the Bunbury and Australind areas for all their electrical requirements.

Installation of R.C.Ds, LED lighting, smoke detectors, outside lighting, power points, exhaust and ceiling fans wiring of sheds and patios are just some of the jobs that G Archer Electics can do for you.

Also it’s So important to have your Main Earth and Switchboard checked or Upgraded not only for Safety but to reduce fire risk as well and if you still have old fuses and not circuit breakers on your switchboard then this is must.

With more than 47 years of industry experience, owner Glenn Archer has worked as an Electrical Contractor for many major builders.

Glenn estimates that he has wired more than 1600 South West homes.

Safety is paramount.

If having the job done right, great service and quality workmanship is just what you are looking for then contact Glenn Archer at G Archer Electrics on 0418 934248.

Licence Number EC001680.

21/01/2015

LED Dimmable Downlight Kit White with optional clip-on trims in black, brushed nickel and gold, Flush or Recessed Diffuser, 8W, IP 44, IC4, Tri Colour, LED Downlights

Sealed LED Dimmable downlights for a stylish home
to provide seamless sophistication to your living areas, kitchen and bathrooms.

Our energy efficient dimmable LED downlights deliver beautiful lighting to any room in your home, whilst also being suitable in alfresco areas. Choose from White or the clip on trims to complement any décor.

These downlights are able to be dimmed providing the option to change the lighting according to your use of the living space. Cool White and Warm White lamp options allow for the right lighting ambience in the right areas of the home. Cool White is excellent for work areas like the kitchen and Warm White is a softer light for living areas, bedrooms and hallways and not forgetting the option of Daylight for patios and al fresco areas.

Energy efficient LED lighting is one of the easiest ways to reduce your power costs. LED lights have a much longer lifespan than other types of light sources, with an average 30,000 hours life expectancy.

05/09/2013

05/09/2013

Energy Safety television commercial. No RCD means no second chance. Install. Test. Survive.

05/09/2013

What is an RCD?

An RCD is a safety device that disconnects a circuit when it detects an imbalance of the electric current. It works on the principle that the electricity flowing into a circuit must be equal to the current flowing out of a circuit. When a person receives a shock, it means some current is diverted through the body directly to earth.

If the RCD detects an imbalance in the electrical current, indicating a leakage to earth, it immediately cuts the electricity supply to prevent electrocution.

An RCD cannot detect all types of faults, for example if a person receives a shock between the active and neutral conductors. However, these circumstances are rare and the vast majority of incidents occur between the active conductor and earth, which is protected by an RCD.

If a person comes in contact with a live electrical conductor, electricity flows through their body, causing an electric shock. Effects can vary from a tingling sensation or muscular pain to breathing difficulties, burns and heart failure.

RCDs are extremely sensitive, disconnecting within 10 to 50 milliseconds of detecting a leakage current. This is usually 30 milliamps for domestic residences but may be lower in other locations such as hospitals. This stops the flow of electricity through someone’s body to earth. Importantly, this response time is much faster than the critical section of the cardiac cycle and therefore significantly reduces the risk of death or serious injury.


RCDs also protect against fire caused by faults in appliances, tools and wiring. If these faults go undetected they could cause a fire or personal injury. RCDs provide a means of early fault detection.

RCDs are required to be fitted at the meter box (main switchboard) or distribution board for the residence.

Various brands of RCDs are available; however they can all be identified by the test button located on the front of the device.

If you press the ‘test’ button, or the RCD has detected an imbalance, the on/off switch will jump to the “off” position.

05/09/2013

In the past 17 years, 29 people including eight children have been electrocuted in homes in Western Australia. Twenty-three of these deaths could have been prevented if Residual Current Devices (RCDs) had been fitted to the power and lighting circuits.

Electrical hazards are often hidden and can be difficult to identify, such as a small hole in an extension lead or a power board damaged internally. Electrical accidents occur in an instant. RCDs are the only device that can protect your family from these hidden dangers and give them a second chance.

RCDs detect an imbalance in the electrical current and disconnect the power within 10 to 50 milliseconds, preventing electrocution and fire.

Installing at least two RCDs in your meter box or distribution board and testing them regularly is a small investment in money and time. It will provide long term protection for you and your family against serious injury and death.

05/09/2013

Safe use of electricity

Awareness of hazards

Don’t D-I-Y (do it yourself) electrical work

Doing your own electrical work, or employing an unlicensed person to do it for you, is very dangerous. You and your family risk electrocution or fire.

It is also illegal for an unlicensed person to carry out electrical work, including modifications to fixed wiring.

05/09/2013

Switches, power points and light fittings

Damaged switches, power points and light fittings are dangerous, and must be replaced. However, you should never replace fittings and switches yourself. Use a licensed electrical contractor to replace them. When painting, never remove switches or fittings. Even when the switch is off, there are still lethal live wires connected. Use masking tape to keep paint off fittings and switches.

05/09/2013

Working in the roof space

A roof space can be a very dangerous area. Before you enter a roof space, switch off the electricity at the main switch.

If you are working in the roof space:
Use a torch to light the work areas.
Do not disturb or alter any electrical junction boxes.
Keep thermal insulation away from light fittings.
If you see any damaged or bare wires, call your licensed electrical contractor immediately.

05/09/2013

Fuses, circuit breakers and safety switches

Fuses or circuit breakers are found in the meter boxes of all homes, and provide protection for the wiring in your home. Always be extremely careful when replacing fuses or resetting circuit breakers.

Safety switches, which may be installed in your meter box, are designed to protect you from electrocution. Safety switches turn off the electricity very quickly if an earth leakage or fault is detected, for example, if you contact a live wire. Safety switches may also prevent fires, by stopping current leaking directly to earth when a fault occurs.

EnergySafety highly recommends safety switches for this additional level of safety.

Even though a safety switch offers excellent protection from electrocution, if you have one installed, you must be very careful with any form of electricity in your home. Contact a licensed electrical contractor for more information.