Fault finding
Electrical Fault Finding in Essex, London & Hertfordshire
Tripping circuits, dead sockets, flickering lights. We trace the cause with proper testing and tell you what it will take to fix.
Common problems we trace
- Tripping circuits
- Dead sockets or lights
- Flickering lights
- Consumer unit that will not reset
- NAPIT registered
- City & Guilds qualified
- 10 years' experience
- 5.0 on Google (12 reviews)
Symptoms
Problems we investigate
- A circuit that keeps tripping
- Sockets or lights that have stopped working
- Flickering or dimming lights
- A consumer unit that will not reset
- Warm sockets, switches or plugs
- A burning smell or buzzing from the electrics
Safety: if you notice a burning smell, scorch marks or sparks, switch off at the main switch if it is safe to do so and call us on 07449 088300.
Our approach
How we find the fault
Listen
We ask what happened, when it started and what was in use at the time. The history often points to the cause.
Test
We test the affected circuits with proper instruments instead of guessing, so we can tell you what is wrong and where.
Explain and fix
We explain the cause, what it will take to put right and the cost, and repair it once you are happy to go ahead.
FAQs
Fault finding questions
What causes a circuit to keep tripping?
Common causes include a faulty appliance, damaged wiring, moisture, or a device at the consumer unit reacting to a fault. Testing is the only reliable way to find out which.
Is it safe to keep resetting the trip?
If a circuit trips repeatedly, there is a reason, and resetting it again and again is not a fix. Leave the circuit off if you can and get it checked.
Do you charge for finding the fault?
Call 07449 088300 and tell us what is happening. We will explain how we charge before we come out.
Can you fix the fault on the same visit?
Often, if the repair is straightforward and we have the parts. If it needs more work, we explain it and agree a follow-up.
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Tell us what is happening
Describe the fault and your postcode. For anything urgent, call us instead.
07449 088300- NAPIT registered electricians
- Certification on completion
- Clear quote before any work starts