Outdoor cables need to be mechanically protected from damage and also protected against exposure to sunlight (UV). Ideally, the cable should be run in a conduit or buried using steel wire armored cable, commonly abbreviated as SWA. It is a hardwearing power cable designed for outdoor use, or for when protection of the conductors is […]
Landlords are exposing themselves to significant financial risks from fines and invalidated insurance, by not maintaining their electrical safety obligations. Landlords are also putting millions of UK private tenants at risk of serious accident or fire. We have clarified your obligations for electrical safety in rental properties. Landlord responsibilities that are required by law to
If it does you need to have an Electrical MOT on your house or business and a fuse box upgrade. “DIY electrics is one of the most dangerous jobs a non-qualified / experienced person can tackle.” “It can be easy to make an electrical circuit work – it takes an expert to make it work
“It can be easy to make an electrical circuit work – it takes an expert to make it work safely.” “Home makeover programmes make electrical jobs in the house or garden look easy, but homeowners need to be careful as the work is often more complicated in reality.” If in doubt about your electrics
What is an RCD?An RCD or residual current device is a life-saving device, which is designed to prevent you from getting a fatal electric shock if you touch something live, such as a bare wire. It can also provide some protection against electrical fires. RCDs offer a level of personal protection that ordinary fuses and
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Behind your TV is often neglected. With all the home entertainment options like DVD players, Blu-Ray players, media players, consoles, surround sound speakers, sky box, wiring is an important project that can make the finished product look like it is worth all of the money that you spent on it. Depending on how badly you
What Is A Rewire? A rewire replaces some or all of the electrical wiring of a house. Replacing the sockets, lighting, cooker, oven cables. As well as many more is needed. How Often Should A Rewire Be Done? There are many different opinions about how often you should rewire a house: After a specific time
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Some electrical projects look deceptively simple to complete yourself. Perhaps it is the fact that some do-it-yourself shows employ copious time-lapse footage that persuades homeowners in Gloucestershire to give it a try themselves You may have corrected any structural and roof issues or sorted the plumbing, but think how old your house is, and what
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What to do if you believe someone has had, or is getting an electric shock? It may not be immediately clear, but if you think someone is suffering from electric shock, approach with extreme caution. The first step is to separate the person from the source of electricity as quickly as possible. The best way
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