Guides & Tips

Guides & Tips

Guides created by Our Team
Explore our expert guides on solar, security, and more.
Whether you’re considering solar panels, looking to enhance your property’s security, or simply want to understand the technology behind our services, these resources are here to help you make informed decisions.
Each guide is written by our team to answer common questions and give you practical, jargon-free advice.

WHY FIRE AND SECURITY WORK BETTER TOGETHER
Protecting a commercial property involves more than fitting individual alarms, cameras or access systems. Your fire alarm, CCTV, intruder protection,…
MARTYN’S LAW: ARE YOUR PREMISES READY FOR THE NEW SECURITY LEGISLATION?
Martyn’s Law is now an Act of Parliament, having received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. The Government has provided…
DO CCTV CAMERAS DETER CRIME?
One of the most common questions people ask before installing CCTV is whether cameras actually prevent crime or simply record…
HOW TO IMPROVE HEAT PUMP EFFICIENCY AND ACHIEVE A HIGHER COP
Heat pumps are known for being highly efficient, but the heat pump itself is only one part of the system….
MONITORED VS UNMONITORED ALARM SYSTEMS: WHICH IS BETTER?
One of the biggest decisions when choosing an alarm system is whether the system should be monitored or unmonitored. At…
DO HEAT PUMPS REALLY WORK IN COLD WEATHER?
One of the biggest myths surrounding heat pumps is that they stop working properly once winter arrives. It is easy…
DO I LEGALLY NEED A FIRE ALARM SYSTEM FOR MY BUSINESS?
Many businesses assume fire alarm requirements are straightforward, but fire safety law does not work on a simple “yes or…
WHAT ARE INVERTERS FOR SOLAR PANELS AND WHAT TO DO IF THEY ARE NOT WORKING?
A recent surge in the number of people reporting faulty inverters on their solar panel systems means that our team…
DO SOLAR PANELS WORK ON CLOUDY DAYS?
DO SOLAR PANELS WORK WHEN THE WEATHER IS CLOUDY AND COLD? That’s an important question for anyone thinking about investing…
