As the festive season fast approaches, the tranquillity of the holidays beckons. It’s a time for relaxation, celebrations, and a break from the customary hustle of the workplace. However, the holiday pause often leaves commercial premises unattended, exposing them to potential security risks and energy wastage.

A well-prepared shutdown is imperative to ensure that you return to an office that’s as secure and efficient as you left it. Teoma Group, with over 24 years of industry experience, extends its expertise to ensure your business is well-prepared for this seasonal shutdown.

The common practice is to switch off electrical appliances as a step towards energy conservation. However, the intricacies of commercial energy consumption demand a more proactive approach, especially when some operations continue with a skeleton crew and servers remain active.

Standby Power Consumption: Many appliances and electronics draw large amounts of energy even in standby mode. Although turning off the appliance seems like the most realistic option when it comes to saving power, not all businesses have the opportunity to completely switch off. Engage an electrician for the maintenance of your electronics to not only ensure electrical compliance and safety for your team but also ensure older appliances are running at their best capability. Aging appliances that work inefficiently drive more power than required.

Core Electrical System Assessment: Maintenance electricians in addition to testing and tagging electronics can also be engaged to conduct RCD Switchboard testing, and thermographic imaging to ensure the core of your electrical system is safely functioning especially if the environment is minimally monitored.

HVAC System Optimisation: HVAC systems are notorious energy consumers, often accounting for up to 50% of energy bills in commercial settings. A meticulous maintenance routine by our specialised electricians will ensure your HVAC systems are programmed for optimal efficiency during the holiday break.

There’s more to shutting down your office than just reviewing your security plan and locking up your doors and valuables. Here are our top three tips for office safety over the break.

Advanced Monitoring Systems: Enhance your oversight with state-of-the-art video monitoring systems and security cameras installed by our experts, ensuring round-the-clock surveillance.

Security System Testing: Our electricians meticulously test all security apparatus including exit and emergency lighting, fire alarms, and surveillance systems. Holiday decorations are delightful, but ensuring they don’t impede your security systems is crucial.

Smart Lighting Solutions: Transition from conventional lighting to smart timers or motion-sensor lighting systems, both inside and outside your premises. This innovation not only curtails energy expenses but significantly bolsters your security, deterring potential intruders.

All of these services offered by maintenance electricians can not only prepare your business for the holiday period but likewise, facilitate your organisation in meeting its obligations to provide a safe working environment throughout the year. Engaging an electrician for your programmed shutdown will mean your property is monitored and functioning at full capacity.

Ensuring the building is thoroughly monitored and appliances are operating efficiently can aid in reducing electricity bills, providing peace of mind over the break. Leave the stress behind this year, and indulge in a carefree holiday with family and friends.

The electrical experts at Teoma are licenced professionals with over 24 years of experience regularly servicing an array of commercial clients in Melbourne with their programmed maintenance needs.

All team members have both a National Police Background and Working with Children Checks, as they are regularly engaged to work with local businesses, schools and city councils. With fully stocked vans ready, we don’t take risks – let us look after your electrical needs. Call us today to set up your electrical maintenance and servicing over the holiday break.