Holiday-Ready Homes: Stay Safe, Cool and Comfortable This Summer
Summer in Melbourne means long evenings, BBQs with friends, and finally getting time to relax at home. But with extra appliances running, festive decorations, and holiday visitors, your home’s electrical system is working harder than ever.
Whether you’re hosting Christmas lunch or heading away for a break, a quick electrical check-up can help you enjoy the season without last-minute stress.
Here’s how to make sure your home is holiday-ready this summer.
🌞 1. Keep Your Cool With Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans are one of the simplest and most energy-efficient ways to stay comfortable during hot weather.
They circulate air, making rooms feel up to 4°C cooler while using a fraction of the power of an air conditioner.
If you’re still relying on portable fans or feeling the pinch of running your AC all day, now’s a great time to upgrade. Our licensed electricians can help you:
- Choose the right fan type and blade style for each room
- Install a wall controller or remote for easy use
- Add integrated lighting or smart control options
Tip: Switch your fan direction to counter-clockwise in summer to push cool air down and keep your space comfortable.
💡 2. Brighten Outdoor Spaces for Summer Nights
Outdoor lighting makes summer entertaining easy and enjoyable — whether you’re lighting up a BBQ area, deck or garden.
We design and install:
- Weatherproof deck and garden lighting
- Sensor and security lights
- Festoon or feature lighting for ambience
Not only do outdoor lights create atmosphere, but they also make your home safer for guests after dark.
Safety reminder: Never use indoor extension cords outside — moisture and heat can make them unsafe.
⚡ 3. Avoid Power Overload
Between air-conditioning, pool pumps, and Christmas inflatables, your switchboard might be working overtime.
If lights flicker or the safety switch trips, it could mean your circuits are overloaded.
Our electricians can inspect and upgrade your switchboard to:
- Replace outdated fuses with safety switches to improve safety
- Install surge protection devices
- Future-proof your home for EV chargers or solar systems
Peace of mind: A modern switchboard protects your family and reduces the risk of fire or power failure.
🔥 4. Check Smoke Alarms Before Guests Arrive
Christmas is one of the busiest times for home cooking, so make sure your smoke alarms are in working order.
Smoke alarms should be:
- Less than 10 years old
- Tested regualary
- Installed on every level and outside each bedroom
If you’re unsure of the age of your alarms, we can inspect and replace them with compliant photoelectric models that meet Victorian safety standards.
🌲 5. Heading Away? Make Your Home Safe While You’re Gone
If you’re planning a getaway, take a few simple steps before locking up:
- Turn off appliances at the wall
- Use timers or smart switches for lights to make your home seem occupied
- Unplug chargers and electronics
- Ask us about installing motion sensors or security lighting
These small actions protect your home and help you return to a stress-free start to the new year.
💚 6. Choose a Greener Christmas
At Kenner Electrics, we care about sustainability — from using energy-efficient products to recycling electrical waste responsibly.
Our customers have helped us plant 2945 native trees across the Yarra Yarra Biodiversity Corridor, with CarbonNeutral. 🌿
When you choose us, you’re not just improving your home — you’re helping make your community greener.
🎁 Book Your Pre-Christmas Electrical Check
December is always a busy month, so secure your appointment early if you’d like any work done before the holidays.
Our most popular summer services:
✅ Outdoor power and lighting installations
✅ Ceiling fan installations
✅ Switchboard safety checks
✅ Smoke alarm replacements
📞 Call 9996 0663 or book through our webform to get your home holiday-ready with Kenner Electrics.
🎄 From Our Family to Yours
From everyone at Kenner Electrics, thank you for supporting our local Melbourne business this year.
We wish you a safe, comfortable and joyful Christmas — and a bright start to 2026!
