Homeowners who qualify for the Federal Government’s home renovation package are urged to set aside 10% of their budget for electrical upgrades and safety.

CEO of Master Electricians Australia, Malcolm Richards said ‘It’s critical an opportunity such as this is not wasted on features that sacrifice safety or energy efficiency. Many older houses have old wiring and switchboards that present potential electrical safety risks. Setting aside a small portion of a renovation budget more than pays for itself if it safeguards a homeowner from electrical tragedy.”