Category: Electrics
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How to avoid drilling into wires: Our guide
Drilling into a concealed cable is always a nasty shock – and it’s seriously dangerous if the wire is live. Electrocution can result when a live cable is damaged and makes contact with the drill, forming a circuit through the user’s body. Another danger is fire risk resulting from damage to wiring. If you drill…
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Does my house need rewiring? 7 signs that it could be time to call in an electrician
Does my house need rewiring? It’s a question every homeowner needs to ask. A home with old or faulty wiring can be a serious health and fire risk. It can lead to electrocution, short-circuiting of appliances and cause sockets to buzz and eventually burn. None of which is healthy for you or your home. Being…
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Consumer unit replacement costs? What can expect to pay
Knowing how much you are going to have to budget for consumer unit replacement costs is a smart move. If you have an old fuse box that hasn’t been changed in the last 20 or more years, there’s a good chance it will need replacing. It’s crucial that the electrics in your home are up…