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Keeping your property safe is a major priority for any homeowner. The busy holiday season often poses a threat for burglaries or unattended damages to a home. Meteor has listed 7 tips below to help keep your home safe this summer.     1. Burglar alarms   One of the most common methods of discouraging thieves, the burglar Read more...

Are you thinking about adding a little extra detail to you garden or patio area this summer? Follow Meteor's 6 simple steps below on how to install decking lights. Step 1. Mark Where The Lights Will Be Placed Mark out on your deck board where you want your lights to go, make sure they’re evenly spaced out. Decide where your cable will go, Read more...

A correct layout for lighting can make a huge difference to each room within your home. Meteor’s 5 simple steps below can help you create a tailored lighting design to best suit your space.   Step 1: Measure Your Area   Calculate the dimensions of your room using a tape measure. You should include objects which cannot be moved, for Read more...

Traditional Street lights consume a large amount of electricity and are currently considered as major electricity wasters. In regards to the government’s stance on reducing carbon emissions and light pollution, LED street lighting is the ideal solution to combat this wastage. Meteorlite’s LED specialists are available to assist Read more...

Operating efficiently is essential to the success of any farm or agricultural holding. Whether your farm focuses on crop growing, poultry or livestock, making the change to LED lighting can help you save significantly. Not only would converting to LED save you money on your energy bill, it can also enhance the safety of your farm, both for Read more...

It is not enough that a safety sign can be seen. It is essential that each sign is quickly understood and that an installation of signs quickly and clearly conveys their intention and continues to confirm the message.   Standardisation across Europe was one method of increasing a wider understanding of safety signs. Therefore, the EC Safety Read more...

A power drill is an essential home improvement tool. They can bore holes, loosen or tighten screws and even chisel away materials. Most drills have multiple functions, so even if you need a tool that could be used for different tasks, we can help narrow down your search to ensure you choose the correct one. Meteor’s guide explains Read more...

DIY errors are to blame for 50% of severe electric shocks in Irish and UK homes. Most people attempt household repairs and maintenance work themselves before seeking a professional. Because of this lack of judgement, we are usually to blame for electrical injuries in our own homes. Common errors can include, severing power leads or repairing items Read more...

Energy bills can be very expensive, there are some great tips you can follow to make your home more energy efficient and warmer at the same time. Not only will you save energy, you'll also save money and help preserve the environment too. Our 8 tips below can help you reduce those dreaded energy bills and moderare your home's carbon emissons. & Read more...

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, tasteless and odourless gas. Regular inhalation can make you feel unwell and can even be fatal if you're exposed to high enough levels. A carbon monoxide alarm should be fitted in any home that contains a fuel burning appliance, like a boiler, and tested regularly to ensure that it is working.   What is Read more...