Electrical

Flickering lights are one of the most common light issues homeowners experience. In some cases, the problem is minor, such as a loose light bulb or a poor-quality bulb. Occasionally, flickering lights may indicate serious electrical problems hidden within your home’s electrical system.

Most houses in the UK have 2 light circuits in the Fuse Box or Consumer Unit. These light circuits typically have a 6 amp circuit breaker for upstairs and a 6 amp circuit breaker for downstairs meaning a total possible allowance of 12 amps for lighting.

Every domestic electrical installation in the UK relies on a carefully designed electrical system that delivers power safely from the electricity supply to sockets, lighting, and fixed electrical equipment.

We all know that electricity and water do not mix. Electric shocks can occur when water is introduced to electrical equipment but what about outdoor sockets? Are they safe? The answer is generally YES. As long as outdoor outlets are installed correctly, designed for outdoor use and tested by an electrician before being put into service, then they are safe to use.

How Long Does House Wiring Last: When To Replace. Electrical wiring in your home, if installed by professional Electricians and maintained correctly will last a minimum of 25 years and up to 50 years, depending upon use. We will discuss what different factors affecting the lifespan of wiring in this article and you will see that the answer is not always as straightforward as you may imagine.

11 Signs you need to call an electrician immediately. Electrical Emergency? Here's what to do...

As a professional electrician and electrical lecturer, I have a great deal of experience with electrical systems and finding electrical faults. Issues with electrical outlets are more common in older homes as old wiring and outdated outlets tend to go hand in hand with older properties. If you are experiencing problems with your socket outlets then this could be an indication that they require replacing.

As a professional electrician, I've often encountered concerns from homeowners about electrical outlets sparking when plugging in devices. While a brief, small spark isn't always a cause for alarm, larger sparks and flashes can indicate a serious problem.

When an electrical circuit overload occurs, the amount of electrical current flowing in the circuit exceeds the safe limits intended by the designer of the circuit and manufacturer of the cabling and components within the circuit. Overload (depending upon frequency and magnitude) can cause a variety of damage to electrical wiring, systems, and components.

Voltage is essentially the electrical force that pushes current through a circuit. Current is the flow of electric charge through a circuit, the magnitude of which depends on the voltage pushing and the resistance impeding. Power (Watts) is the rate of electrical energy (Joules) transferred per unit of time (Seconds) in an electrical circuit. Power is calculated by multiplying the Voltage in Volts and the Current in Amps.