Frequently Asked Questions
A lot of people know that they need to be preparing homes and businesses for off-the-grid situations and don’t know where or how to go about it. We are constantly adding more detailed answers to your most common questions so you no longer need to wonder or worry about how to go off-the-grid.Advantages of a Solar Backup System in Mitigating Load Shedding
In recent years, South Africa has been grappling with significant challenges in its electricity supply, leading to frequent load shedding across the country. This has not only disrupted daily life but also affected the economy. As a sustainable solution, solar backup...
Thomas Electrical – A brief Overview
A little background Thomas Electrical was established in 1999 by Shaun Thomas. This team of electricians have extensive experience in both domestic and commercial installations as well as maintenance, solar/backup systems and compliance. Thomas Electrical offers...
Thomas Solar – A Brief Overview
FAQTypically a battery backup does not have any solar connected to it. We use an off grid inverter which uses power from the grid or a generator to charge the batteries. In the event of a power failure this inverter will used the stored energy from the batteries to...
Thomas Compliant – A brief Overview
FAQ The regulations published under notice R2920 in the Government Gazette 23rd October, 1992 say that an electrical installation is where any machinery is used for the transmission of electricity from a point of control to a point of consumption on any premises....
Why a property requires a Compliance Certificate in Cape Town
Why a property requires a Compliance Certificate in Cape Town A Certificate of Compliance (COC) is a document that verifies that the electrical, water, gas and electric fence installations all comply with the legislated requirements as detailed in the Occupational...
Why you should only use a Qualified Accredited Electrician in your home
Why you should only use a Qualified Accredited Electrician in your home Let’s immediately get the unpleasant facts out of the way… Electricity is potentially dangerous, which is why you should only use a qualified accredited electrician in your home or business. Do...