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28 November 2025Experience Basis for free. Just download the app.
Get a feel for the Basis Board before you buy. Download the Basis Home app and explore everything in Demo Mode. No installation required.
15 October 2025Basis Wins Two Gold Pins at the Best Design Awards 2025 🎉
Basis has taken home two Gold Pins at the Best Design Awards 2025, winning in both the Product Consumer and Product Non-Consumer categories for the groundbreaking Basis Smart Panel. Recognised for innovation, safety, and design excellence, this double win cements Basis as a leader in smart energy technology, redefining how homes and electricians interact with power for a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.
22 July 2025Can I remotely check if my home appliances are off? The ongoing quest to eliminate FOLO
If the "did I turn off the oven before I left home?" panic is a regular part of your routine, you're not alone. This common anxiety about forgotten appliances or devices affects millions of people worldwide. Discover how modern smart home technology can help you overcome this worry with unified control and monitoring, ensuring your home is safe and your mind is at ease.
6 July 2025Inside the World’s First Digitised Electrical Safety Experience
Electrical safety often gets overlooked, but it's crucial for a safe and comfortable home. Traditional electrical systems are reactive, meaning problems often go unnoticed until they become dangerous. See how Basis is changing this with the Basis Smart Panel and Basis Home app, the world's first fully digitised energy safety system.
23 June 2025It’s Lights Off for the Humble Switchboard
The traditional switchboard stops your home from true energy efficiency. In this article, we’ll explore the limitations of old-fashioned panels and explain why even 'smart' devices you attach to them often fall short of offering a truly integrated solution. We’ll offer a glimpse into the future of smarter, safer energy management, with solutions like the Basis Smart Panel designed to provide real-time insights, deliver cost savings, and offer complete peace of mind.
20 May 2025Basis Partner Electricians
Smarter energy management begins with the experts you trust. Our Basis Partner Electricians are a hand-picked group of sparkies who’ve completed exclusive training to install and configure the Basis smart panel, guaranteeing precision, safety, and peak performance. Ready to elevate your home’s efficiency? Discover certified partners near you, or learn how to become a Basis installer yourself and join New Zealand’s premier network of energy innovators.
13 November 20244 signs your electrical switchboard needs an upgrade
Often overlooked, your electrical panel is vital to powering your home and keeping your family, pets and possessions safe. As our lifestyles evolve and energy demands increase, ensuring your panel is up to the task is crucial.
23 October 2024Electrical Safety 101: Essential Tips to Keep You Safe
Ever had that eerie moment when the lights flicker? While it might be tempting to brush it off as a spooky coincidence, it could actually be a sign of an underlying electrical problem. In this article, we'll delve into the world of home electrical safety, exploring the potential dangers of electrical faults and providing practical tips to keep your home secure