Openteq Group

10/04/2026

⚡ Friday Thought ⚡

Electricity is one thing you don’t want to ‘hope for the best’ with.

09/04/2026

⚡ Fun Fact Thursday ⚡

Still using old light fittings?

You could be paying more every month without even realising it.

A simple upgrade can make a noticeable difference. 💡

08/04/2026

Why your DB trips more in winter?

Cold weather = everything on at once.

- Heaters
- Geysers
- Kettles

That extra load pushes your system beyond its limit… and your DB trips.

It’s not random.It’s overload.

If it’s happening often, your system isn’t coping.

A DB check or upgrade can prevent bigger issues.

📞 Openteq | Book your electrical inspection

07/04/2026

Can your aircon actually handle heating?

You switch it on for winter… and suddenly it’s not working properly.

- Dirty filters restrict airflow
- Low gas = weak heating
- Hidden issues show up under pressure

Heating mode doesn’t cause problems. It reveals them.

Before you rely on it daily, get it serviced.

A quick check now beats sitting in the cold later.

📞 Openteq | Book your service now

06/04/2026

When systems fail in winter, it’s not just inconvenient.

It affects staff, clients, and operations.

Downtime in cold conditions hits harder than people expect.

06/04/2026

05/04/2026

Happy Easter from Openteq to you and your family 🐣🌸

Wishing you a blessed ✨ and peaceful 🕊️ weekend 💛

30/03/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥… 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭.

Before you buy, make sure you’re asking the right questions:

• Is it an inverter or non-inverter unit?
A cheaper unit can end up costing you more every single month on electricity.

• Is it the correct size for your room?
Too small, and it will run constantly without properly cooling your space.

• Are you comparing price… or value?
What looks cheaper now can turn into repairs, high usage, and frustration later.

We see it all the time. Clients trying to save upfront, then paying for it down the line.

Rather do it right the first time.

At 𝓞𝓹𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓮𝓺 𝓖𝓻𝓸𝓾𝓹, we don’t just install aircons.

We make sure you get the right system for your space, your usage, and your budget.

Send us a message today and let’s get it done properly.

10/03/2026

𝙄𝙨 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙇𝙤𝙖𝙙𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜?

Loadshedding is unpredictable, but your power supply doesn’t have to be.

Many homeowners are now installing solar backup systems to keep essentials running during outages.

A properly designed system can keep things like:

- Lights
- WiFi
- Security systems
- Fridges and freezers
- TVs and work equipment

running even when the grid is down.

The key is installing the right system for your home’s energy needs, not just the cheapest option.

If you are considering solar backup, we can help you design a system that works for your household.

09/03/2026

🌞𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟓 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐈𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 🌞

You invested in solar to 𝑠𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑒𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑎𝑣𝑜𝑖𝑑 𝑙𝑜𝑎𝑑-𝑠ℎ𝑒𝑑𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔… but what if your system isn’t performing the way it should? ⚡

Here are 5 common reasons solar systems underperform:

𝟏. 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐬
Dust, bird droppings, and pollution can reduce panel efficiency by up to 20%. Regular cleaning makes a big difference.

𝟐. 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Wrong panel angles, poor cable sizing, or incorrect system configuration can limit how much power your system produces.

𝟑. 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐬
Old, damaged, or poorly configured batteries can cause energy losses and reduce your backup time.

𝟒. 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬
If your inverter settings are incorrect or outdated, your system may not be converting power efficiently.

𝟓. 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
Like any electrical system, solar requires inspections and servicing to ensure everything runs safely and efficiently.

⚡ A professional inspection can quickly identify these problems and improve your system’s performance.

📩 Contact us if your solar system isn’t performing the way it should.

03/03/2026

Most electrical fires start because of loose connections in the DB board. A simple inspection can prevent major damage.

03/03/2026

⚡ NO CoC = NO COMPLIANCE ⚡

- Selling your property?
- Upgrading your DB?
- Installing solar?
- Adding plug points?

If the installation changes, you need a new Certificate of Compliance. It is required under the Electrical Installation Regulations in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

❗️No valid CoC can delay a property transfer.
❗️Non compliant solar can fail inspection.
❗️Uncertified work puts you at risk.

✅ We inspect.
✅ We test.
✅ We certify.

Book your CoC today and get it done properly the first time. ⚡