How do you know if your house needs rewiring? This guide covers warning signs, wiring types and lifespan, Bakelite accessories, BASEC cable standards, CIBSE Guide M figures, and why regular EICRs matter.
Do landlords need electrical certificates every 5 years? Yes. This guide covers the legal requirements, the £40,000 penalty for non-compliance, what the EICR involves, and what landlords commonly get wrong.
Received an EICR with C1, C2, C3 or FI codes and not sure what they mean? This guide explains every code, what action is required, and what happens if you ignore an unsatisfactory report.
Is it safe to use extension leads permanently? This guide covers the real risks of overloading, coiled reels, cable ratings, outdoor use, and why a fixed socket is always the safer answer.
What electrical work is notifiable in the UK? This guide explains Part P of the Building Regulations, what work requires notification, who must be told, and what happens if you don’t comply.
How many plug sockets should a modern home have? This guide covers what BS 7671 recommends room by room, why older homes were built with far too few, and the real fire risk of relying on extension leads.
Lights flickering in your home? This guide covers the most common causes, from loose bulbs and dimmer incompatibility to loose wiring and serious electrical faults, and when to call an electrician.
Is it safe to use extension leads permanently? This guide covers the real risks of overloading, coiled reels, cable ratings, outdoor use, and why a fixed socket is always the safer answer.
Wondering whether to upgrade your old fuse box? This guide covers the history of consumer unit safety, how modern boards compare, and when an upgrade is needed or legally required.
Confused by the difference between a fuse box and a consumer unit? This plain-English guide explains what each one is, what’s inside them, and why the terminology matters.
