The RTS meter switch off – moving to smart meters
Important News - the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) is due to switch off on 30 June 2025. This means that…
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Ideal becomes Duracell Energy approved installer
Delighted to announce that the Ideal Electrical team are now approved installers of Duracell Energy home battery storage systems.
Reviewing the Dimplex Quantum RF HHR Storage Heater
The Dimplex Quantum RF HHR Storage Heater range - excellent high heat retention and meets the repairing standard in Scotland.
Unlock Savings: Storage heating grants and funding in Scotland
The Home Energy Scotland grant and loan scheme could help with new high heat retention storage heaters.
Commercial EICR testing for business premises
Commercial EICR certification is an important element in maintaining electrical safety in any industrial or commercial property.
We’re now approved GivEnergy installers
We are excited to announce that we’re now approved installers for GivEnergy battery storage systems.
Ideal enters renewables market with solar PV and battery storage
The training is now complete and we are about to start installing solar PV and battery storage systems.
Repairing Standard Part 4 – Lead Testing and Water Safety for Edinburgh Landlords
Edinburgh landlords must ensure that their rental properties adhere to strict water safety standards.
EICRs for Scottish Landlords – frequent questions & answers
These are the common EICR questions we are asked by Scottish Landlords and property managers… and, of course, the answers!
Quick guide to tenement stair lighting in Edinburgh
This IES guide covers maintaining, repairing & updating your communal lighting.
Understanding EICR limitations
Find out more about operational and agreed limitations in your EICR report.
Understanding EICR codes for further investigation (FI codes)
Do you have FI codes on your EICR? Find out what these mean and see some examples.
Understanding EICR C3 Codes and Faults
Have C3 codes on your EICR? These are recommended improvements - find out what to do next.
Understanding EICR C2 Codes and Faults
EICR reported C2 fault codes? What do C2 codes mean and what you should do next.
Understanding EICR C1 Codes and Faults
Do you have C1 fault codes on your EICR? Find out what C1 codes mean and what you should do…
EICR fault codes: A guide for property owners & landlords
Have an EICR and wondering what all these C1, C2, C3 and FI codes mean? Start here.
What does an EICR cover? (updated for 2024)
Useful guide on what must be covered in an electrical installation condition report (EICR).
The Workplace Charging Scheme Grant can help your business go green
Find out how businesses can claim up to 75% of the total of the purchase and installation of new EV…
The rise of EVs in Edinburgh, a guide to home charging and the new LEZ
The new Edinburgh Low Emission Zone is driving an increase in home EV chargers being installed around the city.
Reviewing the Scolmore Click Elucian consumer unit
The Scolmore Elucian consumer unit is an Ideal Electrical favourite - we install over 500 each year!