Overloading your main fuse when renovating or upgrading
Your main fuse could trip when installing high-demand systems like new electric boilers or EV chargers. Here's what to think…
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Connecting to the grid – understanding G98 and G99 applications
After your solar/battery system is installed, the final step is the G98 or G99 application and certificate.
Case Study – installing solar panels on flat roof & battery storage
The flat roof solar solution for this Edinburgh home was a 14 panel solar PV system with battery storage.
We are now approved Alpha ESS battery storage installers
Delighted to announce that the Ideal Electrical team are now approved installers of Alpha ESS battery storage systems.
Case Study – installing home battery storage without solar panels
The owners of this 1930s Edinburgh bungalow wanted to reduce their high bills. A home battery storage system without solar…
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…
Quick guide to Energy Performance Certificates
This Quick Guide answers the most frequently asked questions about Energy Performance Certificates and how they affect you.
EICR for homeowners when buying or selling
There are good reasons why an EICR test should be conducted when buying or selling a property. Estate agents recommend…
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.
Q&As when choosing a home security system
Here are some questions we get asked about intruder and burglar alarms… and our answers!
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.