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Dangerous Electrical Faults: What They Are and What to Do About Them

Raphael1 — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:22:54 +0000

Most electrical faults start small. A socket that feels warm, a light that flickers occasionally, a circuit breaker that trips once and then behaves itself. The temptation is to ignore them, particularly when they are intermittent. But some electrical faults carry a genuine risk of fire or electric shock, and the ones that are most […]

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What Is a Special Location? Electrical Safety in Bathrooms and Wet Rooms

Luke — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:28:53 +0000

If you have ever had electrical work carried out in a bathroom or wet room, you may have heard your electrician refer to it as a 'special location'. It is a term used in the wiring regulations — BS 7671, and it has specific implications for how electrical installations in those areas must be designed and protected. Here is what it means and why it matters.

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Why You Should Always Use a Registered Electrician for Notifiable Electrical Work

Raphael1 — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 08:40:37 +0000

In 2005, the government introduced Part P of the Building Regulations, which brought domestic electrical installation work under the same regulatory framework as other building work, such as extensions and structural alterations. The rules have been updated since, but the core principle remains the same: certain types of electrical work in the home must meet […]

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