Do you need an electrician to install a socket?

However, we are trained electricians, and have been for many years. When you’re a specialist in something, you do tend to work fast and make it look ‘easy’. When you’re not a specialist, and you’re working with electrics for the very first time, you’re probably going to be left with a lot of mess, and not much to show for it. The solution? Get it done right, the first time around with a fully qualified electrician. Bonus points if they specialise in small electrical jobs like installing a socket.

Avoid DIY electrical work

With food prices continuing to rise, as well as bills, and other necessities we’re all looking for ways to cut back and save our hard earned pennies. But, when it comes to electricity, risks are something you don’t want to take. DIY electrical work is risky for even avid DIYers. A DIY mistake might just end up costing you more than the initial job. So, do the smart thing and find something else to cut back on. Save the electrical work for the electricians.

Socket installation services

Here at A Bathe Electrics, Alvechurch we provide a range of socket installation services including:

Socket upgrades

Cracked sockets? Fed up of the basic, plastic design? We can upgrade your outdated sockets with high quality, modern, stylish designs. Think Chrome, stylish matte black - you’ll be surprised how much of a difference upgrading a few sockets can make!

Additional sockets

Always using an extension lead? Fed up the lack of sockets in your home? A Bathe Electrics can help you. Our team can install sockets where you need them most. We can also upgrade from single to dual sockets which is especially useful in smaller spaces. You can even go a step further and opt for USB-type sockets for even more charging power.

Kitchen sockets

With so many power hungry appliances, the kitchen is where most people are always wishing for a few extra sockets. Got a kitchen island? Opt for a pop up socket tower. They are sleek, hidden when not in use and offer multiple sockets in one spot. Some options even include a wireless charging mount on top.

Why choose A Bathe Electrics, Alvechurch?

Opting for a fully qualified electrician to install sockets in your Alvechurch home is smart for multiple reasons. You’ll be advised on things you may have not even considered like:

• Placement: Perhaps you have a socket you never seem to use simply because it’s in an inconvenient location. We might be able to move the socket to a more suitable location for you to make more use of rather than adding another socket. Adding too many sockets, especially if your fuseboard is on the older side can be unsafe so making use of the sockets you have already installed first is a good idea. 
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations: You can’t install a socket anywhere - there's regulations electricians must adhere to. For example; sockets should not be placed within 3 meters horizontally of a bath or shower. This is why in most UK bathrooms, sockets are not a common feature, because often they are on the smaller side. Sockets also should not be placed near sinks or too low to the ground - this is to limit trip hazards and ensure homes are kept accessible.
• Outdated electrics: Can your home safely power a few additional sockets? The answer might be No! We’ll check your fuseboard to ensure it can safely provide power to the additional sockets before we install them. Installing sockets without checking could lead to a stressed fuseboard and a stressed fuseboard isn’t going to survive very long!

Small job electrician Alvechurch

If you’re looking for a small electrician to install or upgrade sockets at your Alvechurch home, choose A Bathe Electrics. Our friendly team is here to help no matter how small a job. Our top priority is to keep you safe and make your home life easier. For more information on socket additions and upgrades, chat with our professional team of electricians today.