Light Up The Bay Fairy light display Batemans Bay South Coast Electrical Solutions, are proud to be involved with the Batemans Bay Business and Tourism Chamber project known as “light up the bay”. Light up the Bay is hosted by the Batemans Bay Business and Tourism Chamber and the Love the Bay BB campaign. The event is also an initiative to revive the CBD area by encouraging pedestrian traffic outside of business hours into Batemans Bay.
Enchanting Fairy light display
Light up the Bay Fairy light display in Batemans Bay have 16 trees along the foreshore lining the Clyde River at Batemans Bay that are beautifully decorated with fairy lights. The lights come on at dusk all year round, the display is known as ‘light up the bay’.
Visitors and locals are welcome all year round to come and see and walk along the Mara Mia walkway by the enchanting fairy tree light displays that are overlooking the Clyde River. The lighting of the magnificent trees in Batemans Bay are turned on at dusk and they really give Batemans Bay an enchanting festive and happy feeling.
All Welcome
Anyone is invited to walk along the Mara Mia Walkway Batemans Bay year around to see the free tree lighting display and take photos.
There are restaurants along the walkway such as Kohlis and Sam’s pizzeria where diners can sit, eat, have a drink and admire the light display on the trees along the foreshore. Or you could buy an ice cream from the Batemans Bay Ice creamery and go for a leisurely stroll along Mara Mia Walkway and enjoy the tranquillity of the fairy lights.
Hosted by the Batemans Bay Business and Tourism Chamber and the Love the Bay BB campaign, the trees that are covered in fairy lights aim to raise local spirits and welcome back tourists after a tough year for everyone in 2019 and 2020.
Do you need an electrician for your bathroom renovation in Batemans Bay? Here are some design tips to consider when renovating your bathroom.
Lighting is the key
In bathroom design, lighting can either be functional or you can make it transformative. The right bathroom lighting can take a space from simple and practical to refined and luxurious. If you are aiming to achieve a hotel-inspired bathroom, layering your lighting is key.
Start with lighting where you need it most, such as around mirrors and vanities. Add general lighting to evenly illuminate the room, creating a balanced foundation. Then introduce ambient lighting that is soft, understated illumination that gently fills the space.
By combining these layers, you will create a cohesive lighting experience that enhances the bathroom mood, highlights design features, and brings a sophisticated feel to your bathroom.
Power Points for your Bathroom renovation
Adding power points near your hand basin or vanity requires careful planning and strict compliance with Australian safety standards. Because electricity and water are in close proximity, installation must be carried out correctly and in line with current wiring regulations.
Our electricians in Batemans Bay understand the Australian standards and will ensure all power points are positioned at safe distances from taps and water sources.
If you are renovating your bathroom in Batemans Bay, contact our team to arrange and safe and compliant power point installation.
Things to consider around baths and Power Point installation in your bathroom renovation.
When installing a bath you should consider the placement of power points relative to the bath tub location. There are limits to how close a power point can be to a water source like a bath or hand basin. Check with our electricians on the legal distance from the closest power point. Do you need an electrician for your bathroom renovation in Batemans Bay? Call us to make an appointment today.
When renovating your bathroom, consider the Bathroom Lighting you would like.
Lighting in the bathroom sets the tone. Getting the tone of the bathroom lighting right is important. When considering the lighting for the bathroom, good quality lighting can transform the overall appearance and ambience. Keep in mind when choosing the bathroom lights the functional space of the area. People need to be able to see clearly in the mirror when doing their makeup, hair or shaving. Our electricians can provide ideas for choosing suitable light fittings to suit your bathroom renovation.
Do you need an electrician for your bathroom renovation in Batemans Bay? Call us to make an appointment today.
Do you need an electrician for your bathroom renovation in Batemans Bay?
Bathroom Exhaust Fans
Choosing the right exhaust fan is an important part of any bathroom renovation. Proper ventilation helps control moisture, prevent mould growth, reduce condensation on mirrors and walls, and protect your fixtures and paintwork over time.
When selecting an exhaust fan, it’s important to consider the size of your bathroom, ceiling space, and external wall access. Depending on your layout, you may require a ceiling-mounted fan, wall-mounted unit, window-mounted option, or an inline exhaust system for quieter and more discreet performance. Each type has its own advantages, and the right choice will ensure effective airflow.
At South Coast Electrical Solutions in Batemans Bay, we provide expert advice to help you select the most suitable exhaust fan for your space. Our licensed electricians ensure your fan is correctly sized, safely installed, and compliant with Australian standards.
Which type of Bathroom Exhaust Fan will suit your home?
The exhaust fan positioned correctly, will extract steam, heat and odour from the bathroom and it will also help reduce mould and mildew growth. There are many options for exhaust fans on the market and the choice of the exhaust fan depends on the space available in the roof area above the bathroom. Installing an exhaust fan in your bathroom will require a licensed electrician.
Do you need an electrician for your bathroom ceiling exhaust fan installation or replacement in Batemans Bay? Call us to make an appointment today.
Ceiling vented exhaust fan
Ceiling vented exhaust fans are the most popular choice for bathroom and toilet ventilation in Australia. They are very cost effective and do the job effectively. They work well when the roof is tiled as there are small gaps in the tiles to allow proper ventilation. They are usually not suitable for flat roofs or corrugated iron roofs as there may not be enough airflow in the roof space and moisture will build up.
Heat/Light/Fan Exhausts Units
A great option if you want a bit of warmth in the winter months are the 3 in 1 heat/light/fan units. They include light, exhaust fan and heat lamps. They are able to be switched independently. A few things to consider if you are installing heat/light/fan exhaust units are the running costs of the heat lamps.
Wall exhaust fan
If your home has a solid concrete ceiling or no ceiling cavity a wall exhaust fan might be the best option for the room. Wall exhaust fans can come with a pull switch or can be wired to a regular switch.
Window exhaust fan
These fans are installed in glass window panel and are vented directly outside. If the bathroom doesn’t suit a ceiling exhaust fan, these are a great alternative option. Please note that the glass window will require a glazier to cut a hole for the exhaust fan.
*Other exhaust fan options are inline exhaust fans, roof mounted exhaust fans.
Bathroom Mirrors with lighting
When choosing a mirror for your bathroom, consider the bathroom size. Choose a mirror that complements the room size. Mirrors come in all different shapes and sizes. Some mirrors come with built in LED lighting and will require a licensed electrician to install a power source behind the mirror. Let our electricians know if you are planning to have a LED lighted mirror, they will be able be run the power cables to the location in the renovation stage.
An upgraded switchboard will mean you will have a switchboard that meets the current Australia standard. These have safety switches and circuit breakers installed throughout the board as well as labelled. RCDs (Safety switches) installed in your switchboard may not appear like much, but these devices save lives.
It is important that your home is electrically sound. Make sure your family is safe and ask for a free quote for a switchboard upgrade from one of our licensed electricians at South Coast Electrical Solutions in Batemans Bay.
Choose a licensed electrician to do your electrical work for your bathroom renovation to keep you, your family safe.
Electricians to call for your bathroom renovation in the following Batemans Bay Suburbs:
Batehaven
Batemans Bay
Broulee
Catalina
Denhams Beach
Guerilla Bay
Lilli Pilli
Long Beach
Maloneys Beach
Malua Bay
Mossy Point
Nelligen
Rosedale
Sunshine Bay
Surf Beach
Surfside
Tomakin
Do you need an electrician for your bathroom renovation in Batemans Bay? Call us to make an appointment today.
Maximise your office lighting with these helpful tips from our electricians in Batemans Bay.
Choosing the best office lighting is extremely important. It can have a huge impact on productivity, stimulation, and staff functioning to their full potential. Some even say that general employee morale improves in the right office lighting. When replacing or upgrading your office light fixtures, keep in mind, if your desk is underlit, this can cause eye strain and tired vision. If you desks are overlit, this can lead to eye discomfort and glare.
South Coast Electrical Solutions electricians are located in Batemans Bay and are thorough and competence. You can guarantee that they will carry out the work quickly and efficiently with your office lighting and power point installations in Batemans Bay.
Office Lighting placement
Consider where the light will be located when choosing your new office lighting fixture. How the lighting is received by employees. Inappropriately placed lights can make the workday more stressful for some.
What tasks being performed in your office or business? Are your employees on their computers all day? Choose office light fixtures that ensure adequate visibility and illumination to focus on the task at hand. Do you need an electrician to install extra lights in your office? Call our friendly electricians in Batemans Bay for an appointment.
Power Points in your office in Batemans Bay – How many and Where?
If you need guidance on where to place your power points our electricians in Batemans Bay can help you with design and placement off all your power points, phone outlets and data points in your office.
When you have identified where you will place your desks, printers and other office equipment, we will work with you to design a power and data point plan that is practical and sufficient to your requirements.
Our power point services from our electricians includes:
Check all existing points in your home, office, shop, or commercial building.
Repair or replace existing power points, as necessary.
Give your office a great look by installing new, modern-style power points.
Install additional power points in internal (non-cavity) walls to meet your requirements.
Have additional power points in internal installed (non-cavity) walls to meet your requirements.
Install new power points to external (cavity) walls at your home, garage, garden, yard, office, shop, warehouse or factory.
Upgrade your power points to include USB outlets.
Repair or upgrade power points for your, home appliances, light or heavy electrical equipment and industrial plant equipment.
Issue a compliance certificate at completion of our work.
Planning and setting out the home office design in Batemans Bay
Perhaps you have a spare room that you can transform into an office or you can a space in an unused corner of your home. Is the space going to work with other activities that take place in your home?
Start with where the basics will go, the desk, the chair, the filing cabinet and other furniture you may need. Importantly look at where the power will come from for your computer and other electrical appliances you may need. Check where the light comes from, do your windows supply enough good sunlight? Are you going to be working when it is dark? This will help your decided what type of lights to have installed.
Setting up also includes ergonomic office furniture, good lighting and convenient located power points. A good office chair and proper designed desk are essential. Get the height right if you are spending long periods of time at your desk your body will thank you for it in the long run.
Start adding the essentials; computer, phone lamps, stationary. Then finish by adding the rest; printer, filing cabinet, perhaps a plant to add some life and a wall print.
Electrical Safety in Your Home Office
Use Extension Cords and Power Boards as Temporary Measures
Avoid Overloading Power Outlets
Use Fans and Heaters Safely
Regularly Check Cords for Damage
Check Smoke Alarms Regularly
Start designing your office layout.
Whatever your power point and lighting requirements, you will find our friendly, qualified electricians ready and willing to the job for you. All our electricians are thorough and competence and you can relax in the knowledge that they will carry out the work quickly and efficiently. We only use the highest quality materials and all the products we install are brands that meet Australian Standards. Our work is 100% guaranteed.
