Aztec Contracting Specialists

19/10/2026

⚡🏠 YOUR HOUSE MIGHT BE WARNING YOU ABOUT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. ARE YOU LISTENING?

Most electrical problems don't start with sparks flying out of the walls or the lights going out.

Sometimes the warning signs are much more subtle.

🚨 Here are 7 warning signs you should NEVER ignore:

🔌 1. Plug points that feel warm or hot.
A socket outlet should not become excessively hot during normal use. Heat can indicate an overloaded connection, poor contact or a developing fault.

💡 2. Lights that flicker or dim unexpectedly.
Occasional flickering might seem harmless, but repeated flickering can indicate loose connections, voltage problems or faulty equipment.

⚡ 3. Circuit breakers that keep tripping.
A breaker that repeatedly trips is trying to tell you something. Don't keep resetting it without investigating the cause.

👃 4. A strange burning or fishy smell.
Overheating electrical components and insulation can produce unusual smells, sometimes before you see any visible damage.

🔊 5. Buzzing or crackling sounds.
Your DB board, switches and plug points shouldn't be making crackling noises. This could indicate arcing or a loose electrical connection.

🤚 6. A tingling sensation when touching an appliance.
Even a slight electrical shock is NOT normal. Stop using the appliance and have the problem investigated.

🏠 7. Discoloured or scorched plug points and switches.
Brown marks, melted plastic or blackened fittings are warning signs that something may be overheating.

⚠️ Here's the important part:

Electrical faults don't fix themselves, and ignoring the warning signs can lead to electric shock, equipment damage or even fire.

If you notice any of these symptoms, don't wait for the problem to become an emergency. Stop using affected equipment and arrange a professional inspection.

🔴 AZTEC CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS
Electrical | Solar | Compliance Specialists

📍 East London | Mthatha & surrounding areas

📞 087 350 4274
🌐 www.azteccs.co.za

💬 NOW WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Have you ever experienced any of these warning signs at home or work?

Which one have you noticed? Drop the number in the comments! 👇

You might be surprised how many other people have experienced the same thing.

12/10/2026

SELLING YOUR HOME? KNOW WHAT YOUR ELECTRICAL CoC COVERS. ⚡

An Electrical Certificate of Compliance confirms that the electrical installation covered by the certificate complies with the applicable safety requirements.

✅ What does it cover?
• Fixed wiring and electrical circuits
• Distribution boards and circuit protection
• Socket outlets and light switches
• Earthing and bonding
• Electrical circuits and connections supplying fixed appliances

❌ What doesn’t it cover?
• Whether your stove cooks properly
• Whether your geyser heats water
• Whether your air conditioner cools
• The performance or lifespan of your appliances
• A guarantee against future electrical faults

For example: the geyser’s electrical supply and connection form part of the inspection. The CoC does not certify that the geyser itself works correctly.

Selling soon? Arrange your electrical inspection early so there’s time to address any compliance issues before transfer.

Contact Aztec to arrange your electrical CoC inspection.

087 350 4274 or whatsapp on 073 763 2581

07/10/2026

Don't wait until Bcmm come knocking. Give us a call and let us help you register your system. 0873504274

Public Notice: Registration of Solar PV and Small-ScaleEmbedded Generation (SSEG) Systems

Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality – Energy and Electricity Business Unit ·

Who this notice applies to

All Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) electricity customers with solar PV, inverters,batteries or generators connected to their electrical installation must have the Municipality's writtenapproval. This applies whether or not the system exports electricity to the grid.

Recent media coverage of Eskom's 30 September 2026 registration fee-waiver deadline applies onlyto customers supplied directly by Eskom. If your electricity account is with BCMM, Eskom'scampaign, fees and deadlines do not apply to you.

BCMM customers are governed by the BCMM
Electricity Supply By-law, 2023.

Only systems with no electrical connection to any installation supplied by BCMM fall outside thisrequirement.

The legal requirementSection 31(1) of the BCMM Electricity Supply By-law, 2023 (Provincial Notice 739 of 2023, Eastern
Cape Provincial Gazette No. 5016, 24 November 2023) states that no consumer electricity generationequipment may be connected to any installation without the prior written approval of the Municipality.

• Running generation equipment in parallel with the BCMM supply is allowed only by specialagreement with the Municipality (s31(5)).
• Exporting surplus electricity to the BCMM network is allowed only by special agreement with theMunicipality (s31(7)).
• A Certificate of Compliance (CoC) on its own does not replace the Municipality's written approval.

There is no closing date. Approval must be obtained before a system is connected, and existingunapproved systems must apply now.

What to submit

Applications must be made in writing (s31(2)) and include:

1 A full specification of the generation equipment (panels, inverter, batteries or generator, withratings in kVA or kW).

2 A wiring diagram of the installation.

3 A valid electrical Certificate of Compliance for the SSEG installation, issued by a registeredelectrical contractor authorised to install SSEG.

4 [Confirm: inverter test certificate (NRS 097-2-1) and any other documents required by theElectricity Department.]

Technical conditions:

• The system must be designed and installed so that it cannot back-feed and energise the BCMMsupply mains (s31(3)).

• The customer must provide and install all protective equipment, including equipment that isolatesthe installation from the network during a power failure (s31(4) and s31(8).

Equipment running in parallel with the supply must have synchronising and protective equipmentto the Municipality's satisfaction (s31(6)).

Tariffs and metering

Approved residential and business customers may apply for BCMM's SSEG tariff, listed in section 1.3of the 2026/27 BCMM Tariff Book.

• The SSEG tariff is revenue neutral: electricity exported is credited to the account only up to thecustomer's own consumption.

• Application, connection and metering fees are set in the annual Tariff Book.

• Any specialised metering equipment required is for the customer's account (s31(9)).

Consequences of not obtaining approval
Unapproved systems put municipal staff working on the network at risk of serious injury fromback-feed.

The By-law therefore gives the Municipality the following powers:

• Disconnection without notice where photovoltaic systems, generators or inverters have beeninstalled without permission from the Municipal Manager or delegated authority (s15(2)(c)).

• Disconnection without notice where back-feed onto the BCMM network may cause seriousinjury to personnel (s15(2)(d)).
• Disconnection costs are for the customer's account (s15(3)).

• Authorised officials may enter premises at reasonable hours to inspect installations and checkcompliance (s10).

• Contraventions of the By-law are subject to the offences and penalties in Chapter 12.

How to apply

BCMM participates in the national SSEG Online Application Portal. Customers must register theirsystems online at apply.sseg.org.za, the same portal used for systems that export to the grid and for
own-use or back-up systems.

Customers are advised to have the application submitted through a registered electrical contractorwhose installation electrician is authorised to install SSEG systems and issue the Certificate of
Compliance.

The contractor's compliance documents form part of the application and approval
process.

Steps:

1 Appoint a registered electrical contractor authorised to install SSEG.
2 The contractor (or customer) registers as an applicant on apply.sseg.org.za and selects Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality.
3 Capture the application and upload the required documents listed above.
4 Track progress on the portal profile until approval is issued.

For help with an application, contact the Buffalo City Metro Electricity Department on 086 111 3017and ask for the Electricity Planning section.

The full Electricity Supply By-law, 2023 is available on the BCMM website (www.buffalocity.gov.za).

Issued by: Buffalo City Metropolitan
Municipality

01/10/2026

⚡ NEED AN ELECTRICIAN, COC OR SOLAR? ☀️

Whether it’s a small electrical problem at home, a Certificate of Compliance, a solar installation or a larger commercial project, Aztec Contracting Specialists can help.

We offer:

🔴 Electrical Certificates of Compliance (COCs)
⚡ Residential & Commercial Electrical Work
☀️ Solar & Backup Power Systems
🔋 Inverters & Battery Systems
🏠 Electrical Fault Finding & Repairs
🏢 Commercial & Industrial Electrical Work
🚗 EV Charger Installations
☀️ Solar Panel Cleaning & Maintenance
📋 Electrical Inspections & Compliance
⚡ LV & MV Electrical Work

We believe electrical work should be done properly, safely and compliantly, not just made to "work".

With 10 years in business and over 800 COCs issued, Aztec has built its reputation on professional workmanship, proper testing and installations that are built right and built to last.

We are ECA registered and belong to BNI and Rotary for Business.

📍 Based in East London and servicing surrounding areas
📞 087 350 4274
🌐 www.azteccs.co.za

🔴⚫ AZTEC CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS
Electrical | Solar | Compliance Specialists

Need assistance or want a quotation?
Send us a message and tell us what you need.

28/09/2026

⚡ LET'S COMPARE ELECTRICITY BILLS… 👀

No names. No judgement. 😂

Roughly how much are you spending on electricity every month?

🏠 Under R1,000
⚡ R1,000 – R2,000
😬 R2,000 – R3,500
🔥 R3,500 – R5,000
💸 Over R5,000

Drop your amount in the comments 👇

And tell us whether you're:

A) Fully on the grid
B) Solar + grid
C) Mostly solar
D) Off-grid

We're genuinely curious to see what households around East London and Mthatha are spending at the moment.

☀️ If you already have solar, tell us whether it actually made the difference to your electricity bill that you expected.

Let's see who wins the unofficial “Eskom/municipality is eating my salary” championship.😂⚡

24/09/2026

🇿🇦 HAPPY HERITAGE DAY, SOUTH AFRICA! 🇿🇦

Today we celebrate the people, cultures, traditions and stories that make our country what it is.

Different backgrounds. Different languages. Different traditions. One incredible South Africa. ❤️🇿🇦

At Aztec Contracting Specialists, we’re proud to be a South African business, proud of the communities we serve, and proud of the team of people who have helped us grow over the past 10 years.

Whether today means a braai with family and friends, celebrating your culture, sharing traditional food, or simply enjoying being together, we wish all our clients, suppliers, colleagues and friends a very Happy Heritage Day!

🔥 And remember… the only thing that should be tripping today is someone carrying the braai wood. 😜

Aztec Contracting Specialists
Electrical | Solar | Compliance Specialists

23/09/2026

The McClelland Adult Centre Annual Golf Day gives players two separate opportunities to land a R100,000 hole-in-one prize. Yes, a double chance!!

Event Breakdown
Date: Friday, 16 October 2026
Venue: Olivewood Wildlife Estate & Golf Club

Hole-in-One Purses: R100,000 up for grabs on two designated holes

Additional Perks: Super prizes available across competition categories

Cause: Proceeds support the McClelland Adult Centre, an East London non-profit residential and protected workshop facility for intellectually impaired adults.
A big thank you to Consult Gonubie, Aztec Electrical and C&L Enterprises for sponsoring the hole in one prizes.
Aztec Contracting Specialists
C&L Enterprises
Willem Bantjes - Financial Adviser - Consult Gonubie


How to Get Involved
Call 043 741 1193 to:
Book a Four-Ball: Reserve your playing slot.
Sponsor a Hole: Showcase your brand on the course.
Make a Donation: Direct support if you cannot play on the day.

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22/09/2026

☀️⚡ YOU HAVE SOLAR… BUT IS IT ACTUALLY SAVING YOU MONEY?

Installing solar is only half the story.

A properly designed and configured solar system should be doing more than just keeping the lights on during a power failure. It should be working every day to reduce the amount of electricity you buy from the grid.

We regularly come across systems where:

☀️ The panels aren't producing what they should
🔋 Batteries aren't being used or charged efficiently
⚡ Inverter settings aren't suited to the property
📈 Grid consumption is higher than the owner realises
🧹 Dirty panels are reducing production
🔌 The system has been expanded or altered without being properly checked
📋 The solar installation doesn't have the correct COC or registration

Having solar and having a solar system that is working properly are two very different things.

Whether you're considering installing solar, upgrading an existing system or you're simply not convinced that you're getting the savings you expected, Aztec can help.

We offer:

☀️ Solar system design & installation
🔋 Battery & inverter upgrades
⚡ Fault finding & system optimisation
🧹 Solar panel cleaning
📋 Solar Certificates of Compliance
🏠 Municipal SSEG registration assistance

📍 East London & surrounding areas
📍 Now servicing Mthatha

⚡ AZTEC CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS
Electrical | Solar | Compliance Specialists

📞 087 350 4274
🌐 www.azteccs.co.za

Over 1000 COCs issued and counting.

21/09/2026

PLANNED | ESKOM | ELECTRICITY SUPPLY INTERRUPTION | BEACON BAY | GONUBIE

Residents of kuGompo City in the areas of Beacon Bay and Gonubie are advised that electricity supply will be interrupted due to scheduled maintenance work at the Aloe Glen Substation.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026
⏰ Time: 05:00 – 19:00

The entire Beacon Bay and Gonubie areas will be affected during this period.

Residents are strongly advised to:
Switch off and unplug all non-essential electrical appliances before the interruption.

Protect sensitive electronic equipment from possible power fluctuations when supply is restored.

Please note that power may be restored at any time during the stated period.

Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly and treat all electrical appliances as potentially live once supply is restored.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We apologize for the inconvenience.

15/09/2026

☀️ AZTEC CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS | SMART ENERGY. LASTING POWER.

Solar isn’t just about keeping the lights on anymore.

It’s about taking control of your electricity costs, reducing your dependence on the grid and investing in your property for the future.

At Aztec Contracting Specialists, we don’t believe in throwing an inverter, a battery, and a few panels together and calling it a solar system.

We design and install properly engineered solar solutions around your property, your consumption, and what you actually want the system to achieve.

🏠 Residential Solar
🏢 Commercial Solar
🔋 Battery & Backup Systems
☀️ Hybrid & Solar Solutions
📊 Smart Monitoring
⚡ Professional, compliant installation
🛠️ Ongoing after-sales support

From a smaller home backup system to a large commercial installation, the principle stays the same:

QUALITY PRODUCTS.
EXPERT INSTALLATION.
BUILT RIGHT. BUILT TO LAST.

Thinking about solar? Let’s talk before you buy. We’ll help you work out what you actually need, rather than simply selling you the biggest system we can.

📞 087 350 4274
🌐 www.azteccs.co.za

AZTEC CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS
Electrical | Solar | Compliance Specialists