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Installing an EV Charger at home is now easier than ever, so if you are still unsure about buying a new EV, here are some interesting facts that might help you change your mind. 5 Things You Didn’t Know About EVs from Capital City Electrical

More people than ever are driving electric vehicles (EVs), and with charging points appearing all over the country, charging up has never been easier. But the best place to charge your EV is at home, and for this, you’ll need an EV charger. With the growing demand for home EV

The number of people switching to electric cars has rapidly increased in the last year. This is likely to continue given the Scottish government’s target of banning the sale of all new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2032 or even earlier. However many people are still apprehensive

As Edinburgh electricians, we are frequently called out to replace old fuse boxes for domestic customers.  Many people find this piece of electrical equipment a bit scary. They know it protects their home but other than the Main switch (which turns off all electricity to the

When it comes to selling your home you want to get the best price possible. This usually relies on having a good number of potential buyers all interested in your property. Unfortunately, sometimes things that have not been an issue to you living in your property are a big issue

In Scotland, only rented homes and new builds are currently required by law to have a mandatory minimum number of smoke alarms and heat detectors fitted. However, this law has recently been updated and in February 2021 new regulations will come into force which will apply to ALL

It’s almost summer here in Scotland and you could be thinking about spending more time in your garden. It’s a great time to think about ways to make your outdoor space look great so you can relax and enjoy the sunshine. If you’ve never thought about installing some outside

If you run a business you will know the importance of keeping costs down. One way of doing this is to reduce your spending on energy bills. This can seem like quite a daunting challenge if you have large premises but making some very simple changes can lead to a substantial

Consumer units, more commonly known as fuse boxes or fuse boards are extremely important devices in the home. Hidden away in a cupboard they play an essential role in protecting the occupants of a property against fire and electrocution. However they need to be up to the job if