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Improve Your Home Security This Year
Looking for a smart DIY project to start the year off right? Forget garden makeovers or repainting the living room—securing your home should be at the top of your list in 2025. With a rising number of reported burglaries across Europe (Eurostat, 2024), improving your property’s protection is more crucial than ever. Whether you are safeguarding Read more...
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5 tips to help you lower your heating bill
Winter’s chill might still be lingering, but your heating bill does not have to keep rising. With rising energy costs across the UK and Ireland—average household heating bills in 2025 have jumped by 18% according to Ofgem—consumers are actively looking for ways to cut energy costs without compromising on comfort. At Meteor Electrical, we Read more...
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7 Tips for Installing Brass Cable Glands the Right Way
Installing brass cable glands correctly is crucial if you want to ensure long-term safety, performance, and durability in any electrical setup. While the structure of a brass cable gland may seem simple, improper installation can severely affect its efficiency over time. Whether you’re managing a metal enclosure for electrical equipment or just Read more...
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LED Bulbs 101 : Electricity Cost, Savings, and More.
LED lighting is no longer a futuristic upgrade—it is now a household standard. Over the past decade, LED bulbs have replaced traditional incandescent and halogen bulbs in homes across the UK. Why? Because they are brighter, longer-lasting, and far more energy-efficient. In 2025, with electricity prices averaging 30.4p per kWh, homeowners are Read more...
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Brighten Up Your Business Lighting
Did you know that well-planned lighting in the workplace does far more than illuminate a space? It can significantly impact your team’s productivity, well-being, and even your brand image. According to a 2024 report by the International WELL Building Institute, lighting is one of the top environmental factors affecting employee performance and Read more...
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The Best Consumer Units for Home: Top 5 Reliable Distribution Boards That Blend Safety with Style
A reliable consumer unit (commonly called a distribution board) is the heartbeat of any safe and efficient home electrical system. Gone are the days when a fuse box was merely a jumble of wires hidden in a corner. Today, these panels come in modern designs and advanced protective features. As homeowners increasingly look for the best consumer Read more...
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Top 5 Best Consumer Units for Home Installations - Make Your Home Safer!
"Safety isn't expensive; it's priceless — especially when it comes to protecting your home." Consumer units have evolved into essential safety features because smart homeowners now prioritize both domestic defense and efficient energy handling along with strong electrical setups. So, whether you're renovating your space or upgrading an Read more...
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Know Your Home's Electrical System: Circuit Breakers, Fuses, and RCDs
Most of us flip a switch or plug in an appliance without thinking twice. But behind that convenience is a complex electrical system that powers everything from your morning coffee machine to your evening Netflix binge. Understanding how your home's circuit breakers, fuses, and RCDs work is not just about knowledge—it is about keeping your home Read more...
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Meteor Electrical's Garden Lights To Brighten Up The Landscape
Create Magical Evenings with Meteor Electrical’s Garden Lighting Range Whether you are hosting a summer barbecue, relaxing under the stars, or simply walking to your front door at night, outdoor lighting makes all the difference. Not only does it highlight the best features of your garden, but it also increases safety and boosts home security Read more...
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Seamless Office Cable Management: Top 5 Picks for Electrical Floor Boxes
Picture this: you walk into an office where cables snake across the floor, creating unsightly tangles and potential trip hazards. Not only does this mess disrupt productivity, but it also poses safety risks. That’s why office cable management is more important than ever. One of the most efficient solutions? Electrical floor boxes. By neatly Read more...