Handy Hints Blog

Gas is both environmentally friendly and economically friendly as it produces no solid waste and has lower greenhouse gas emissions then the electric alternative. Gas systems have the potential to reduce your electricity bill significantly. Once connected to your gas hot water heater you can almost halve your average energy usage, therefore saving on your electricity bill when compared to the equivalent electric hot water system.  Read the full article

Cleaning a blocked drain, sink or toilet is always a headache. If DIY is your way to go - you'll find 'Unblock Drain - 6 Ways to Success' a useful home plumbing how to. As with all DIY projects you need to consider all of the alternatives and weigh up the pro's and con's. We hope our 'Unblock a Drain - Six ways to Success' article helps. Its always worth trying these useful tips before calling Fallon Services for a plumber. Read the full article

It can take as little as 1 second to receive third degree burns if exposed to hot water between 65 and 80 degrees Celsius. Installing a tempering valve to your hot water system ensures that your output is set to the right temperature and can prevent someone at your house from being scalded by the hot water. Read the full article

Low cost renovations are a great way to add value to your home, improve re sale or make it more comfortable. Our Handyman has compiled a few ideas below to get you thinking about some possible small home improvements. Read the full article

With so many different light bulbs available and the introduction of more energy efficient globes it has sure got confusing on what globes to use where for which application. Different types of light globes use different amounts of electricity to produce the same amount of light. Read the full article

It is great news to hear that recently the team at Fallon Services have partnered with Momentum sport and recreation health consultants to provide around $400 000 (to date) of solar systems and heat pumps to sporing clubs around Queensland. Read the full article

Smoke Alarms will only work properly if they are maintained properly. Use the quick guide below to check your smoke alarm is in good working order. Fallon Service's team of Master Electricians can install all of your smoke alarm requirements. If don’t have smoke alarms at your property give the team a call. “We can be there today”. Read the full article

You need to make sure that a smoke alarm is installed and properly maintained. Below is some useful information for landlords and tenants: Read the full article

Pools are now required to be registered on the Government pool safety register. This was to occur by 4th May 2011, however the timeline has now been extended to 4th November 2011. If your pool is not registered you will need to register as fines apply to people who do not adhere to the new legislation. Read the full article