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TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services

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Kevin Stannard

05:57 04 Nov 25

TM Hughes electrical are a great company and I would recommend them ,
Quick response and good workmanship
Thanks

Rakhee Mills

07:24 30 Oct 25

Paul done a brilliant job of fitting our new boiler. Very polite and kind and managed to do it all within a day.

Nigel orange

17:26 27 Oct 25

Great results from this firm who we have not used before. Very nice guys and a flexible approach which I think is important.

David Edward

10:24 04 Sep 25

A quick response and provided great feedback on the work necessary.

Balraj Sra

16:40 03 Sep 25

Prompt emergency callout service and fault diagnosed.

Alex Emil

16:44 19 Aug 25

Very far and efficient service. Worked around my schedule and explained everything to me clearly as well as all my options on the job. Will definitely use again.

Marian

17:09 03 Aug 25

From our initial meeting and throughout his attendance Andy presented an utterly friendly and engaging manner. Equally, his professionalism shone through his steadfast approach to the work in hand concerning the re-wiring of my home. Communication was consistently clear and helpful eg keeping me informed of developments and ongoing progress, very re-assuring indeed.
Special thanks, also, to Steve's earnest contribution: not only for his positive and courteous attitude but also the due diligence and care consistently applied in terms of cleaning up after each stage in the whole process. Much admired and greatly appreciated.
Overall, I am very pleased with the entire experience and, as such, would happily recommend TM Hughes and Son to others.

Jo Longhurst

16:19 15 Jul 25

Excellent service from a professional, knowledgeable and reliable team. Speedy supply of both estimates for urgent remedial work and dates for this to take place. I can't praise them enough!

Stephen

15:08 09 May 25

Andy made re wiring our entire home easy and completed it within a quick timeframe. After a free quote, we worked out the plan for the wiring. Where some things were less possible, Andy called me and discussed. If you’re looking for someone who knows what they’re doing, this is your guy 👌. Cheers again.

Michelle Lincoln

08:42 09 May 25

The team were very knowledgeable in a tricky job. They squeezed me in. They worked cleanly and were respectful to the surroundings. A great job done well.

Glenn Pilley

13:37 30 Apr 25

Excellent service. Andy reorganised his schedule to fit me in at the last minute which was greatly appreciated. He talked me through the process of what he was doing and was very friendly throughout the visit. Highly recommended.

Colin Thompson

18:13 14 Apr 25

Job done as requested, reasonable price.

Karen Thompson

18:12 14 Apr 25

Had a rewire really good service and friendly electrician. Very happy with the service.

Welcome to TM Hughes & Son. Our Electrical work in Witham includes Earthing & Bonding.

Whether your property in Witham is a newly built home or a centuries-old cottage, maintaining a safe electrical system should be a top priority. One of the most essential components in achieving electrical safety is correct Earthing & Bonding.

Despite how technical it might sound, the idea is straightforward: ensure excess or fault current has a direct path to ground and make sure all metal surfaces in your property are at the same electrical potential.

Earthing & Bonding Explained

Earthing means connecting metal parts of your electrical system (like Consumer Units and appliance housings) to the ground. This way, if a fault causes electricity to escape its intended circuit, the excess current is directed harmlessly into the earth rather than turning metal objects into shock hazards.

If these metal parts aren’t properly bonded, they could carry different voltages during a fault. If someone touches two unbonded metal objects like a water pipe and a gas pipe, they could complete the circuit between them, causing an electric shock. Bonding ensures all metalwork is at the same voltage, so there’s no risk of electricity passing through the person.

Why It Matters

Even a minor electrical issue can be dangerous without adequate Earthing & Bonding. For example, if a washing machine’s internal wiring fails, its metal casing could become live. Anyone touching the washing machine without a proper earth could receive a dangerous electric shock.

Similarly, if metal pipework isn’t bonded, it could carry an electrical charge that causes a surprise shock the next time you run a tap.

Our Inspection & Installation Process

Whenever we undertake a new electrical installation or repairs, we make sure to include thorough checks of the Earthing & Bonding.

Our Electricians inspect the main earthing terminal and verify that the earth electrode or the connection provided by the supply network is in excellent condition. We then confirm that all essential metal components—pipes, structural steel, and so on—are bonded to the main earthing terminal.

Specialised tools like continuity and earth loop impedance testers help us confirm that fault currents will travel safely to the ground.

Why An EICR Is Essential

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) involves inspecting and testing your property’s wiring and electrical components. It covers everything from your system’s overall wear and tear to specific issues like faulty circuit breakers. Checking the Earthing & Bonding is a part of the inspection. If any problems are found, they are noted in a report so repairs can be arranged. Periodic EICRs help you catch issues early before they become hazardous or costly.