Electrical Contractors Brentwood

Domestic Services

Upgrades To Your Electrical System

Upgrading your electrical system brings your home into the 21st century. As our standard of living has increased over the years, so have our electrical requirements. Some older Brentwood homes have electrical systems in need of upgrading.

Powerpoints can be added and upgraded with new faceplates that match your modern decor and have USB ports and built-in RCD fuses. Light switches can be upgraded or moved also.

Outdoor powerpoints are ideal for power tools and plug-in lighting. We install weatherproof outdoor powerpoints with sprung covers, which work very well with lawnmowers, with no more extension leads running from inside.

Extra telephone points are handy in modern homes, especially for wifi routers. We can also undertake upgrades to your internet system. Circuits can be wired in for appliances such as cookers, hobs and boilers, which we can install for you also.

Smoke alarms are an essential safety feature. If your a homeowner wired in, smoke alarms offer paramount safety as they’re wired in. They also include backup batteries in case of power failure. If you’re a  landlord, wired in smoke alarms are a legal requirement. We install smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms which are necessary if there are any fuel-burning appliances on your property.

Consumer Units

We install and upgrade Consumer units to the latest 17th edition regulations.

Your consumer unit controls the flow of electricity in your home, delivering power to every circuit. Mains electricity comes into your home from the street through a safety cut out device, then the electricity meter before reaching the consumer unit.

The consumer unit houses a mains switch (so you can turn the power on/off) and various fuses known as residual current devices (RCD’s) and miniature circuit breakers (MCB’s). Some consumer units utilise residual-current circuit breakers with overcurrent protection (RCBO’s).

The consumer unit uses the RCD’s, MCB’s and RCBO’s to protect from electrocution, electrical fires and overload damage to circuits and appliances. In the event of a fault, the fuse will trip instantly, cutting power.

The RCD’s function is to prevent electrocution and fires. The MCB protects circuits and also prevents fires. RCBO’s protect everything.

Modern consumer units are constructed from non-combustible metal (as per regulations) in the event of a fire within the consumer unit. The fire’s contained within the metal housing.

Plastic consumer units are still widely present throughout homes in Brentwood; they are not illegal; they are just not as safe as metal consumer units. Old fuse boxes which use traditional wire fuses are still present in some older homes. If you have a plastic consumer unit, it’ll be a good idea to start thinking about upgrading. If you have a traditional fusebox, an upgrade is an urgent priority.

If you have any concerns about your existing consumer unit or are considering an upgrade get in touch and speak to one of our electricians.

Rewiring

We offer full and part rewiring for all domestic properties, new builds and extensions.

When rewiring, the first step is for an electrician to inspect your wiring. Preferably wiring should be checked every 10 years. Generally, rewiring needs undertaking every 30 years, although wiring can last a lot longer.

Once domestic wiring has passed, it’s best and started deteriorating. A rewire is needed. Rewiring brings your home up to the latest regulations, allows your electrical system to cope with the demands of modern-day living and ensures optimal safety, especially when combined with a new 17th edition consumer unit.

When rewiring takes place, we carefully plan the process to make it as least disruptive as possible. Once complete, we’ll check the earthing and bonding, also making sure it works and adheres to the required BS7671 standard.

Extensions and major refurbishments will require alterations to your consumer unit and maybe even an additional consumer unit, along with new wiring. We can do everything and make sure the wiring installation conforms to the required Part P building regulations.

Lighting

We offer lighting installations, repairs and upgrades. Domestic lighting is essential for your day to day activities allowing you to use your home safely and in comfort. We fit all types of ambient and task lighting as well as decorative lighting both inside and outside.

Typical indoor lighting includes ceiling, chandeliers, pendants, wall lights, spotlights, and track lights. We fit them all, including the latest in energy-efficient light bulb technology. Smart bulbs have become the number one choice of the residents of Brentwood in recent years. Smart bulbs and lighting are controllable from an app on a device of your choice.

We follow a set procedure when designing new lighting installations. Many different factors are taken into consideration to design the best possible lighting system for your space. We can work out the exact bulb power needed to provide the optimal light for every one of your rooms.

Outdoor living areas need lighting, too, as well as pathways, lawns and garage areas. We install all types of outdoor lighting. A combination of outdoor ambient lights, security lighting and decorative up-lighters will illuminate the exterior of your property perfectly.

Commercial Services

Installations, Repairs & Upgrades

We have Electricians to undertake all types of electrical installation, repairs and upgrades. Our services cover all commercial premises, including retail units, warehouses, factories, industrial units and restaurants. We work on all electrical systems, including single and three-phase systems Cat 5, Cat 5E & Cat 6 wiring.

Commercial Lighting

Lighting is vital to the everyday running of your enterprise. Our Electricians install, upgrade and repair all types of commercial lighting. Many retail and industrial premises around the Brentwood area have inefficient dated lighting with energy-hungry bulbs. We can upgrade your lighting to the latest energy-saving types with highly efficient LED bulbs.

A lighting upgrade will not only save you money. It’ll make for a safer, happier and more productive environment for your employees. When showcasing your products, it’s essential lighting is set up correctly to enhance your products and impress your prospective customers. We can help you achieve perfect ambience if you own a shop or run a showroom of any description.

Commercial lighting includes ambient (retail, industrial and warehouse) task, display, sign, security and emergency.

Developers

Over time our Electricians have worked on various building developments. We can supply Electricians to work closely with your site manager for all types of electrical installations, ensuring works finished to the required regulations, budget and time frame.

Emergencies

If you’re experiencing issues with your Electrical system, one of our Electricians will deal with the issue for you. We aim to be out for domestic electrical emergencies in a couple of hours. Please don’t attempt any repairs yourself. Electrical systems should only be worked on by qualified and experienced electricians.

Common domestic electrical faults include no power, constant tripping of fuses, burning smells, melted plugs and strange noises coming from the consumer unit. Even if you have power, somethings not right, and these symptoms should be looked over by a competent professional.

Commercial power cuts and electrical faults can be costly, often grinding entire operations to a complete halt. In the event of an electrical emergency, you need your power back on ASAP. Give us a call we can have an emergency electrician over to you within two hours. The electrician will quickly detect the cause of the problem, make the necessary adjustments and repairs so your electricity is back on swiftly and you can get back to work.

To hire Electricians or for a free no-obligation quote/survey, please contact us with the phone number or contact form below.