Training courses for tradies: Sustainable trades

The Victorian Climate Change White Paper released last month included many plans for reducing the impact of climate change. One of the items included in that white paper was that the Victorian Government wanted to provide a central, authoritative source of knowledge about climate change and sustainability. They've done this with the launch of the Climate Communities website. Read More...

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What does the Climate Change white paper mean for the trades industry in Victoria?

Businesses are really just a collection of people, and so many of the changes experienced as individuals will be experienced by trades businesses, especially with the extension of the Energy Saver Incentive scheme to small and medium businesses (previously only for households). But there is also a further effect to businesses who work in trades related to the actual delivery of the goals outlined in the white paper. Read More...

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Air-con and refrigeration mechanics skills shortage

Skilled air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanics have been on the long term skills shortage register for years. What does this mean for industry standards, and who smells opportunity? Read More...

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Electrical and gas Compliance certificates - when do you need one?

Compliance certificates are like a warranty, and protects you against problems that arise later. For most electrical and gasfitting work in Australia, a certificate of compliance must be given to you. Read More...

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Air Conditioning Gone Wrong!!!

It pays to hire a professional air conditioning company. Read on to see why! Read More...

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Getting work done cheaper tip#2: Service or install your air-conditioning in winter !

This series of blog posts exposes tricks of the trade, using Service Central's extensive historical data of the peaks and troughs of demand for services. Tip#2 - service your air-conditioner or install a new cooling system in winter for better service and price. Read More...

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What are the benefits of double glazing?

There are many types of double glazing, and it often a really effective way to reduce your bills and be more comfortable - find out more about double glazing. Read More...

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Tips for maintaining your air conditioning unit

Proper maintenance of your air conditioner will also save energy. How do you maintain an aircon unit? Read More...

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Autumn checklist for your home

Summer has flown by and its already time to start thinking about having the last evening bbq's with friends and family and preparing for the cooler months ahead. Shortly the leaves will start changing colour and falling to the ground as the days grow shorter and shorter. With the right preparation you can relax in the full knowledge that your home is ready for Autumn. Read More...

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Questions to ask a Tradesperson

A tradesperson's answers to your questions can give you a good sense of whether you could work with him or her. Here's a list of questions to help you work out which tradesperson is best for you. Read More...

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And the Top 10 Services for 2009 are ....

The results are in. Drum roll please ...... In 2009 Service Central generated 48,665 new jobs, read on to see which services were the most popular! Read More...

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Heat wave!! And everyone wants their aircon fixed/serviced...

It's no surprise that a heat wave will spark an increase in jobs for airconditioning repairs and services, but this is ridiculous! With temperatures in Victoria of over 30 for the past 3 days, customers are scurrying to get prepared for the next sweltering day! Read More...

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Home Energy Guzzlers

A number of appliances around your home may be consuming too much energy, making your energy bills (and carbon footprint) higher than they should be! There are three main appliances that are responsible for the majority of people's energy costs, but with a few simple ideas you could notice big savings in your energy bills. Read More...

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Keep Your Cool (and Save Money) This Summer

Many people find it difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature in their homes during the extreme heat of summer and many notice a spike in electricity use due to expensive air-conditioning systems. Find ways to improve your comfort in summer and save money to boot! Read More...

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Preparing for Christmas

Are you ready for Christmas? Hosting Christmas at your place can take months in preparation, especially if you're home isn't up to it. Is your kitchen big enough? Can your oven cook a Christmas meal for 20 people? Do you need a 2nd or even 3rd toilet? Is there somewhere for everyone to go outside? All these questions and more and addressed in this guide to preparing for Christmas. Read More...

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Summer Renovation Ideas

As the first sunny days appear and winter fades into the distant past we're reminded of the hot summer days ahead. How are you prepared for this summer? To help you out Service Central has put together a list of summer renovation ideas for your home. Read More...

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How to Clean your Air Conditioning Filter

The filter on your air conditioner plays an important role in preventing particles, bacteria and other substances from being blown into your room during the cooling or heating process. It is not surprising, then, that the filter can easily become clogged by these particles. Read More...

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Selecting the Right Air Conditioner

As the temperature heats up here in Australia more and more homes are choosing to install an air conditioning system. However there are a variety of choices available on the market and it can be difficult to make the right decision. Asking an air conditioning expert for their advice is the best option, however you may not even be sure of what questions to ask. Read More...

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Air Conditioning Tips you must know

Here at Service Central we've found a few good tips so that you can get your air conditioner operating as efficiently as possible. Saving you money and energy while your air conditioner works even better! Read More...