Building or Renovating? Is Your Building Future Proofed?
Building or Renovating? Is Your Building Future Proofed?
For most of us, our property is our biggest asset & considering how to future proof that asset during the planning stage of our new build or renovation is vital to ensure that it works not only now, but into the future.
The benefits of future-proofing a new home are likely to far outweigh the initial outlay as modern & state-of-the-art technologies will become everyday expectations in tomorrow’s build.
Working alongside our specialist divisions, we can design, install & maintain all of your electrical, audio, security, plumbing, drainage, heating, cooling & ventilation services to ensure your property is future-proofed for your ongoing needs.
Save Energy
Creating a home that is energy-efficient will pay off for many years to come. One way we can reduce our impact on the environment as well as saving on power costs is to consider how to save energy.
Energy saving opportunities range from selecting appliances & devices with the highest possible energy rating, to installing solar panels (grid-tied solar photovoltaic (PV) panels currently provide one of the most cost-effective forms of renewable energy for a low energy home), they also include; LED lighting, insulation, heat pump technology to heat & cool homes as well as providing hot water & choosing energy efficient fresh air ventilation systems & high-quality window glazing.
You want to be in control of your power bill whilst doing your bit for the environment. Our team at Christchurch Electrical Solar will guide you through the process of harnessing the sun’s free energy from free consultation through to installation & maintenance. They are experienced solar specialists, passionate about quality technology & installation & supply a full range of solar products from leading brands, offering the best performance & reliability at affordable prices.
Increasingly popular, heat pumps are an energy efficient and environmentally friendly way to heat your residential or commercial property. Our specialist team at The Heat Pump People provide comprehensive & expert heat pump, air conditioning & ventilation services that include, installation, repair, maintenance & warranties. Authorised agents for leading brands such as Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric & Fujitsu, they can guide you through the huge range of heat pump options available & custom design the best system for the specific requirements of your home or business.
Wire For a Smarter, Safer Home
It is a good idea when planning a new build to have at least a degree of smart home installation as this will rapidly become an essential requirement for any home. Residential technology is getting smarter, easier to use & more secure. Select new technologies that will make your home more efficient to run & intuitive to live in. Technology & automation should support your future lifestyle through smart design, products & solutions.
With a solution such as PDL Wiser™ Smart Home, your smartphone can become your dashboard for customising & controlling your home. You can do just about everything from operating the blinds to changing the lighting remotely with the Wiser by SE app, controlling through voice from your Amazon Alexa or Google Home, or simply from your existing light switches. Talk to our team about smart home solutions suitable for your current life & future needs.
Future Proof With Christchurch Electrical
Christchurch Electrical have been providing electrical solutions to the Canterbury market for over 65 years. We are trusted electrical providers for new builds, existing properties, architectural homes, renovation projects & commercial buildings. We will guide you through how to wire your home to incorporate tomorrow’s technology as well as safeguarding your family.
Christchurch Electrical offer these future proofing solutions:
- Switchboard upgrades & wiring checks – To ensure sufficient capacity for your future needs (many old switchboards were not designed for modern living), upgrading your switchboard reduces fire risk, overloading, shock risk & tripping
- Wiring for smart technology & entertainment solutions such as audio
- Socket outlet planning
- Alarm systems
- Security lighting
- CCTV
- LED lighting
- Heating, cooling & ventilation
- Hot water heating
- Swimming pool heat pumps
- Pre-wiring for data & automation
- Reliable Wi-Fi solutions (a future-proofing must have)
- Solar panel installation
- Electrical car charging stations
Adopt A Flexible Layout
Remote working & home-schooling during recent lockdowns have brought into focus adapting living spaces for different uses & a new way of thinking in terms of how we want to use our homes.
Whilst planning renovations to future-proof an existing home, consider the area you have, how you want to use it & whether you can free up space or divide it to become more multi-functional. Could a kitchen counter work effectively as a breakfast table as well as a computer station? If so, do you need to plan for additional power points & sufficient Wi-Fi coverage in that area?
Moveable walls can be integrated into new build plans, but alternative options can be created when renovating such as furniture with built-in partitions or screens.
Whether you are building or renovating, Christchurch Electrical can assist with all your future proofing needs from planning right through to installation & maintenance. Call your local Christchurch team on 03 366 1718, trusted for over 65 years - we will help future proof your investment for tomorrow’s technology.
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