TECHNICAL

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ENERGY
Plug-in solar panels for apartment residents
Plug-in solar panels, also known as plug-and-play solar panels or balcony solar panels, are rapidly gaining popularity. They make solar energy accessible to people who do not have a traditional roof for solar panels, such as residents of an apartment or a home with limited roof space.
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NUISANCE
Fiber optic cable on your building’s facade: is it simply allowed?
Telecom operators and network companies are rolling out fiber optics across Belgium. This is good news for your internet speed, but it also raises questions.
TECHNICAL
When must a heating oil boiler be inspected in Belgium
In Belgium, a heating oil boiler must undergo a mandatory annual inspection and maintenance by a certified technician. This is stricter than for natural gas
In Belgium, a heating oil boiler must undergo mandatory periodic inspection and maintenance. The rules are stricter than for natural gas boilers, as heating oil can cause more pollution and poses a higher risk in the event of poor combustion.
In Belgium, a gas boiler must undergo mandatory periodic inspection and maintenance. This obligation exists not only for your safety but also to guarantee energy efficiency and correct combustion. The exact rules depend on the region where you live.
TECHNICAL
When must a gas boiler be inspected in Belgium?
In Belgium, a gas boiler must undergo mandatory periodic inspection and maintenance. This obligation exists not only for your safety but also to guarantee energy efficiency and correct combustion. The exact rules depend on the region where you live.
When a fuse or circuit breaker repeatedly trips, it is a clear signal that something is wrong with the electrical installation. It is not a coincidence and certainly not a minor detail. But what exactly does it mean if a circuit breaker keeps tripping? And what should you do?
TECHNICAL
What if a circuit breaker keeps tripping?
When a fuse or circuit breaker repeatedly trips, it is a clear signal that something is wrong with the electrical installation. It is not a coincidence and certainly not a minor detail. But what exactly does it mean if a circuit breaker keeps tripping? And what should you do?
When the residual current device (RCD) trips regularly, it is not a minor detail. It is a safety mechanism designed to protect you from electrocution and fire. But what does it mean if the RCD keeps tripping? And what should you do?
TECHNICAL
What if the residual current device (RCD) keeps tripping?
When the residual current device (RCD) trips regularly, it is not a minor detail. It is a safety mechanism designed to protect you from electrocution and fire. But what does it mean if the RCD keeps tripping? And what should you do?
TECHNICAL
When must the electrical installation of an apartment be reinspected?
The electrical installation in an apartment must comply with strict safety standards. But when is a reinspection mandatory? Many owners and buyers are uncertain about the rules regarding electrical inspections. Below, you can read when an electrical installation must be reinspected and why this is important for both safety and liability.
The electrical installation in an apartment must comply with strict safety standards. But when is a reinspection mandatory? Many owners and buyers are uncertain about the rules regarding electrical inspections. Below, you can read when an electrical installation must be reinspected and why this is important for both safety and liability.
Are you allowed to place a heat pump outdoor unit on your terrace?
TECHNICAL
Are you allowed to place a heat pump outdoor unit on your terrace?
A heat pump is a popular and energy-efficient way to heat or cool your home. But are you allowed to simply place a heat pump outdoor unit on your terrace? And what if you want to mount the outdoor unit against the facade? The answer depends on your living situation, regulations, and the impact on the building and your neighbors.