Changing a standard switch to a dimmer switch requires first checking that the light fitting is compatible. Standard LED bulbs are often not dimmable. Only LEDs labelled 'dimmable' work well with a dimmer. Old halogen bulbs dim without issue but are hardly used anymore due to consumption. To add a new socket where there was none, there are two approaches. The first is chasing. This involves cutting a channel in the wall from the nearest socket to the new point, running the cable inside, and then plastering over the channel. It's visually the cleanest but involves minor works and repainting the wall. Timeline: 4-6 hours plus wall repair. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request your quote online — we'll reply in under 10 minutes during business hours.

The RCD (Residual Current Device) protects people. It detects the difference between the current entering and leaving the installation. If this difference exceeds 30 milliamperes, it means something or someone is allowing current to leak to earth, and the RCD cuts off power in less than 30 milliseconds. This is what prevents electrocution when a fault in a washing machine makes the metal casing live and you touch it. The fuse box has ceramic fuses instead of modern circuit breakers. The fuse box lacks an RCD or only has a main one protecting all circuits. RCDs trip frequently for no apparent reason, indicating they are old. The fuse box has fewer than 4-5 circuits for an entire home. Regulations require a minimum of 5 circuits (lighting, general sockets, kitchen, washing machine, bathroom, and air conditioning). The fuse box is saturated and has no space for additional circuits for electric car chargers or other modern equipment. These two components are present in all modern electrical panels but protect different things. The circuit breaker, also called an automatic switch, protects against overloads and short circuits. If you connect too many appliances to one circuit or if two wires touch due to a fault, the circuit breaker trips and cuts off power. Its function is to protect the installation's wiring and prevent fires.

For a complete home with smart lighting programmed by scenes, it can be integrated with Google Home or Alexa for voice control. We set this up during the visit. It's one of the upgrades with the biggest impact on quality of life for a relatively low investment. LED strips for indirect lighting, very popular in modern renovations. They are adhered into recessed aluminium profiles in walls or ceilings, providing a soft, continuous light that is perfect for living rooms and bedrooms. We work with quality strips with a high colour rendering index, not cheap Chinese strips that give off unpleasant cold light. Manufacturer's official warranty (3-5 years) plus our coverage on labour.

The price for basic home automation in Collblanc typically ranges from €72 to €846. The final amount depends on the property's condition, materials, and labour time. We always provide a fixed quote before starting. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request your quote online — we'll reply in under 10 minutes during business hours. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request your quote online — we'll reply in under 10 minutes during business hours.