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The dangers of downlights

28/8/2018

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The dangers of down lights covered by insulation is an unknown or ignored issue. Too many 1990's era house ceilings that I have inspect recently have had insulation over or covering the halogen down lights.
This is a fire risk due to the temperature build up around the lights. There should be a clearance of 200mm to any combustible surface and 50mm clearance from the insulation bat or transformer.
Down light barriers or domes should be fitted to ensure compliance especially if loose insulation has been used.
​Alternatively have an electrician replace the lighting with energy efficient LED down lights. LED lighting generates less heat and alleviates most of the heat build up issues.
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Licensed Mold Inspector Schaumburg link
28/9/2018 02:37:23 pm

This is a highly ignored and very important point, people hardly take note of ventilation when installing high intensity lights.

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Vital Building and Pest Inspections Sydney link
4/5/2019 05:46:16 pm

There are millions of the lights still in use across the country and many of them are just a disaster waiting to happen. Thank you for the tips given by you. As you can also hire some reputed home inspection services providers for the betterment of the house.

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