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Straight Answers to Common Electrical Questions

Plain-English guidance written from the jobs we actually do across South-West Cornwall — what's safe to check yourself, what needs testing, and when to call an electrician.

Safety & Testing

Why Does My RCD Keep Tripping?

An RCD that trips is doing its job — it has detected current leaking somewhere it shouldn't. The question is whether that leak is a one-off, a failing appliance, or a fault in the fixed wiring.

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Safety & Testing

Is It Time to Replace My Consumer Unit?

The consumer unit is the part of your installation that decides what happens when something goes wrong. If yours predates modern protective devices, it may be doing far less than you assume.

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Planning Your Project

Planning the Electrics for a New Kitchen

Almost every regret we hear about a new kitchen is electrical, and almost all of it was decided weeks before anyone picked up a tool. Getting the first fix right is what makes the finished room work.

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Lighting

Choosing Outdoor and Garden Lighting

Outdoor lighting done well makes a garden usable for half the year it otherwise isn't. Done badly it floodlights the lawn, dazzles the neighbours and corrodes in two winters.

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Lighting

LED Lighting Explained

Most disappointment with LED lighting comes down to three numbers on the box that nobody explains. Once you know what they mean, choosing well becomes straightforward.

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Safety & Testing

Why Electrical Testing Matters

You cannot see the condition of an installation by looking at the sockets. Testing is the only way to know whether the wiring behind the walls is sound — and it is the part of our work that most often changes what we recommend.

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Planning Your Project

Preparing for a House Renovation

Electrics are cheap to change before the plaster goes on and expensive afterwards. A couple of hours of planning early in a renovation saves most of the compromises people end up living with.

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These articles are general guidance, not a substitute for an inspection. If you're unsure about anything electrical in your property, stop and call — advice over the phone is free.

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