In our homes, there is often wiring that is no longer required. This could be for fixed electrical appliances that are no longer in use, have been removed, or where plug sockets have been relocated. UNUSED ELECTRICAL WIRES​ may also come from old electrical components that are outdated or no longer functioning.

When an electric kettle goes faulty, there can be other issues that occur such as a circuit breaker, GFCI or RCD tripping, blow fuses in the panel or fuse box and if there is a fuse in the plug (UK plugs) this can blow also. If the plug is not fused then it is likely that the GFCI or RCD breaker will trip first.

There is a question regarding electrical wiring that comes up very regularly. Can electrical cables be buried? YES, they can. Is it safe to bury electrical cables? Yes, in SOME cases. There are wiring regulations and measures that have to be followed in order to ensure that buried cabling is safe.

What exactly is a CPC when we talk about electrical installations, wiring and systems? CPC stands for Circuit Protective Conductor (sometimes referred to as the EARTH) which is the wire in electrical systems that connects any exposed conductive parts of equipment to the main earthing terminal of the electrical system. What exactly does this mean?

As a fully qualified electrician with years of experience in various electrical projects and installations, I've worked extensively with different types of cables. Today, I want to share my knowledge about 3-core and 2-core cables, explaining what they are, their uses, and how they compare. This information is for anyone involved in electrical work or wanting to understand more about electrics from DIY enthusiasts to professional contractors.

In today's world, electricity is an essential part of our daily lives. From powering our lights and appliances to charging our devices, we rely heavily on our home's electrical system. At the heart of this system lies either a fuse box or a circuit breaker panel, which plays an important role in ensuring our safety and the proper functioning of our electrical devices. But how safe is your fuse box, and should you consider upgrading to circuit breakers? As a fully qualified electrician and electrical lecturer I have seen many old fuse boxes and replaced many of them with a new electrical panel and there are some things that we need to discuss.

As a fully qualified electrician and electrical lecturer with years of experience in the industry, I've seen my fair share of circuit breakers in various states of wear and tear. In this article, I'll share my personal insights on the lifespan of circuit breakers and the factors that can affect their longevity and performance.

A boiler can trip switches in the electrical system for a variety of reasons. Different electrical faults can occur, internal failure of boiler components can short the electrics out and wiring can become damaged due to heat and moisture. We look at 9 common reasons that a boiler would trip the electrical supply.

​The Electrical Panel is the brains, the nerve centre and control system for our electrical wiring systems. It is responsible for many vital functions in the home's electrical system and for keeping us safe from electrical dangers. The electric panel helps to prevent electrical shock, detects electrical issues, protects electrical cabling and aids in the avoidance of electrical fires. Without this electrical equipment there would be no protection from electrical faults and chaos would ensue.

Every electric shower should have a shower isolator switch for emergency power disconnection. The alternative is to dash to the consumer unit should there be any issues with the electrical circuit or shower. These shower switches will commonly fail and in some cases, they will burn out. When this happens, it can be a very concerning time for homeowners as they try to establish what has happened and why?