How To: Change Fuse in Fusebox Many modern homes come with a fusebox (or “consumer unit”) that can be repaired at the flick of a switch – but if you live in an older property with a traditional fusebox, the process is a little more complicated. Knowing how to change fuse in a fusebox is […]
Read moreElectrical Safety Certificate: Everything You Need To Know
Electrical Safety Certificate: Everything You Need To Know When it comes to electrical safety, it pays to be in the know. For landlords, property owners and tenants alike, safety in the home is essential: faulty wiring and appliances are the source of over 1 in 10 house fires nationwide – so while the legalities might […]
Read moreWhat Does NICEIC Stand For?
What Does NICEIC Stand For? Almost every profession has its own set of abbreviations, acronyms and technical jargon, including the electrical sector – so if you’re not already familiar with the term you might be wondering: what does NICEIC stand for? NICEIC is shorthand for the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting – one […]
Read moreWhy You Shouldn’t Attempt to Rewire a House Yourself
Why You Shouldn’t Attempt to Rewire a House Yourself DIY jobs often produce mixed results. If you’re a dab hand with a paintbrush (for example), that feature wall you had in mind might be a resounding success – or if it isn’t, you can always paint over it and try again. In cases such as […]
Read moreRewiring an Old House – What it Could Cost you if you Don’t
Old houses are full of history, character and charm, featuring unique selling points – but they can also contain outdated electrical wiring. Here are tips on how much it can cost to rewire a house – and what it could cost you if you avoid it. Is an Old House without a Rewire Sellable? All […]
Read moreWhat Does A House Rewire Involve?
If a home is more than 25 years old, it is unlikely that it will have had a full rewire completed since it was built. One of the many reasons why so few older homes in the UK have up to date wiring is because there is a general belief that it will cause a […]
Read moreThe Dangers Of Outdated Wiring
It’s impossible to think of modern life without the benefit of electricity. As many of us are aware however, it can also be lethal if our home wiring is not up to the task or is degraded beyond repair. The issue is, the majority of homeowners will only consider questioning the condition of their cabling […]
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Is a house rewire messy and disruptive?
When an electrician rewires a house, it is generally considered one of the messiest and disruptive projects you as a home owner can undertake. To be able to rewire a house it is necessary to create channels through the plaster into the walls and occasionally ceilings to allow the new wiring to be fed through […]
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