The main electrical safety issue in hot weather is preventing overloading circuits by not plugging in appliances like fans and coolers into a single socket. Also, it may sound like an obvious piece of advice but keep water away from electricity, so watch out for icy water near fans.
As hotter weather can increase the onset of electrical fires and electrical appliances to fail, we’ve got top tips to help you with electrical safety at your home. Keep reading to find out our guidance as your local, trusted electrician in Alvechurch on electrical safety indoors and outdoors.
How can I make my home electrically safe during hot weather?
Outdoor socket installation must be carried out by a NAPIT approved electrician to confirm compliance with regulations. Outdoor sockets are great and convenient if you plan on using a hot tub, electrical lights for summer gatherings or keeping on top of the gardening. Outdoor sockets must be weather approved and of the correct IP rating to protect against streams of water. A customer we had worked with previously in Brandon Road approached us once again, they wanted to install additional sockets in their two bedroom bungalow to accommodate extra fans to be used in hot weather. The first thing we did was check the properties consumer unit to make sure it met modern safety regulations. As the consumer unit was only 5 years old, it included RCD protection and could manage the additional electrical demand of additional sockets.
How will an EICR help with electrical safety at my home in Alvechurch?
An EICR or Electrical Installation Condition Report is a pro active way to check the electrical systems at your home are in good working order. By checking the circuits, wiring, consumer unit and even lighting, a qualified electrician can identify electrical faults which could end up being hazardous. We had actually worked with the customer on Brandon Road a few years ago to carry out an EICR inspection. The property, like many of the bungalows in the area, was in need of electrical upgrades so the EICR was a great easy way to confirm whether devices like the consumer unit were in good working condition. If you’re planning on adding modern systems such as AC, our advice as your local electrician is to consider an EICR beforehand. This way, you can be sure that wiring and the consumer unit are fault free and manage to support additional electrical load.
Why should I work with a local electrician Alvechurch?
As a local electrician with years of experience, we have a good understanding of the electrical requirements of various property styles. Whether it's a Bungalow like the customer on Brandon road or a listed property on Bear Hill, we have the skills and expertise to deliver a personalised service.
Over the years, we have had the privilege of building successful working relationships with homeowners and landlords. Positive 5 star Google reviews from our customers clearly express why you too should work with us.
If you’re planning on spending more time outdoors in your graden and need advice from your local electrician in Alvechurch, contact A Bathe Electrics today.
