Electricians Hockley
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TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd are Electricians in Hockey a family-owned business serving local residents and businesses.
We provide domestic, commercial and emergency electrical services to the homes and businesses of the local area.
Our team of fully qualified Electricians deliver high-quality electrical services from the initial design stages to installation and maintenance.
We have over 30 years of experience working with residents, landlords and business owners in Hockley and ensure all works are completed to a high standard.
Moreover, we offer fair prices on all work without compromising on quality.
We regularly review our rates to ensure they remain among the best in Hockley.
Our electricians can attend your home, property, or premises at a time that suits you with convenient 24/7 availability should any urgent emergencies arise.
We also offer free surveys and no-obligation quotes for all electrical work so that you can make an informed decision before committing to any work.
NICEIC Registered Electricians
We are NICEIC Registered Electricians, certified professionals who have gone through an extensive process to meet the required safety and technical competence standards.
NICEIC registered electricians must demonstrate their knowledge, understanding, and experience of electrical installation following the required wiring regulations.
The level of expertise provided by our NICEIC Registered Electricians goes beyond simply adhering to regulations. They will provide invaluable advice on product selection, installation techniques, energy efficiency measures and other measures needed to ensure you get the most out of your new Electrical installation or upgrade.
Domestic Electricians
TM Hughes & Son Electricians have provided extensive electrical services to homeowners in and around Hockley for many years.
Our highly experienced electricians can undertake various jobs, from small routine tasks, such as fitting new sockets or installing light switches, to more complex projects like complete home rewiring.
All work is done per current wiring requirements and Part P Building Regulations.
We understand that having electrical work done in your home can be a stressful experience, so our team is dedicated to making the process as smooth and hassle-free as possible.
Our skilled electricians ensure they work efficiently and neatly at your property to minimise disruption.
We provide no-obligation quotes in writing and are always available to answer any questions you may have before and after completing the job.
We use the highest quality materials and tools during all projects, ensuring that all jobs are completed safely and correctly with minimal disruption to the customer.
Additionally, our electricians keep themselves up-to-date with the latest developments in the field to guarantee the best electrical installations, maintenance and repairs.
Commercial Electricians
TM Hughes Electricians are an experienced team of certified and insured electrical contractors offering their services to Hockley businesses.
Whether you run a shop, salon, restaurant, warehouse or office, our team are here to provide reliable and professional electrical services tailored to your specific commercial needs.
We understand that the smooth running of your business is your top priority, so we are available for flexible working hours to ensure minimal disruption to your daily operations.
We also provide commercial electrical emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with no call-out charges.
All our commercial wiring work includes three-phase systems, Cat 5, Cat 5E & Cat 6 wiring and Electrical Installation Certificates.
EICR Certificates
Landlords have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their tenants.
Landlords must have an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) undertaken and completed. Certification must be presented to tenants, letting agents and insurers when requested.
Our electricians undertake EICR inspections in rented properties to verify the electrical system and appliances meet the required safety standards.
Along with EICRs, we also offer Portable Appliance Testing (PAT). This is not a legal requirement but is highly recommended as it protects against potential electrical accidents caused by faulty appliances.
The EICR report will include details about all major components, such as consumer units, cables, switches, sockets and light fittings.
Once the inspection is complete and your property has passed, an EICR certificate is issued, providing peace of mind that your property is safe and legal to let.
Lighting
Lighting is a crucial element of any home, illuminating the living spaces and providing security indoors and out.
General lighting can come in many forms, including traditional chandeliers, recessed downlights and wall-mounted fixtures.
Task lighting provides more specific illumination for activities like cooking, bathing and working from home by placing bright light exactly where it’s needed.
Accent lighting is also essential for adding dimension to kitchens or hallways with up-lighters, downlighters or low-hanging chandeliers.
Outdoor lighting not only adds security to driveways and gardens but also enhances the look of outdoor areas with wall, decking, and motion sensor security lighting.
All lighting installations include energy-saving LED bulbs. However, bulbs have varying wattage ratings and lumen values. Therefore, it’s vital to select bulbs that will provide the perfect amount and tone of light for each area of your home.
Our electricians will help you pick out the right bulbs for the job and ensure they are correctly installed to maximise their efficiency and effect.
Lighting makes all the difference in a room, from task lighting used in bathrooms and kitchens to ambient light used throughout living spaces. Good quality home lighting should provide an inviting atmosphere while meeting practical needs such as reading books or cooking dinner on a work surface without straining your eyesight.
The key is selecting fitting that will blend with the existing decor while making sure they don’t overpower the room too much with sheer brightness.
With so many options out there these days, it can be overwhelming when trying to figure out what lighting works best for you. This is why having an experienced electrician on hand is so helpful when deciding what type of fixtures should be installed in your home.
Emergency Electricians
Electrical emergencies can happen anytime, compromising safety and property. Electrical emergencies require immediate attention from expert electricians to resolve the issue and prevent damage or injury.
TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd have emergency Electricians in Hockley and the surrounding areas.
Our Electricians are available 24/7. Our services include no call-out charges.
Common Electrical Emergencies
Electrical emergencies vary in severity and cause, including power cuts, overheating, electrical fires, exposed or damaged wiring, overloaded circuits and breaker issues.
These situations can lead to potential harm or costly repairs if not addressed promptly by a professional electrician.
Identifying Electrical Emergencies
Recognising the signs of an electrical issue is essential to preventing damage to your home or harm to its occupants.
Some common indicators include flickering lights, burning smells or smoke, buzzing or humming noises, warm or discoloured sockets and switches, and frequent circuit breaker trips.
If you notice any of these signs, you must immediately contact a professional electrician such as TM Hughes & Son.
The Importance Of Fast Response
A fast response to an electrical emergency is vital for several reasons.
Firstly, it helps minimise damage to your electrical system and property, reducing repair costs.
Secondly, it ensures the safety of residents and occupants by reducing the risk of fire or electrocution.
Finally, addressing the issue promptly can prevent the problem from escalating, potentially leading to more significant electrical issues.
Why Call TM Hughes & Son For Electrical Emergencies?
When faced with an electrical emergency, choosing a reliable, experienced and certified Electrician is essential. Here’s why you should choose us
- Local reputation and experience: We have an excellent reputation locally and a proven track record in dealing with electrical emergencies.
- Certification and insurance: Our Electricians are NICEIC registered and fully insured.
- 24/7 availability and fast response time: We provide 24/7 availability and quick response times for electrical emergencies.
- Transparent pricing: Our prices are fair with no call-out charges.
- Skilled and experienced Electricians: Our Electricians are highly experienced with the necessary skills and knowledge to deal with Electrical emergencies.
What To Do In An Electrical Emergency
In the event of an electrical emergency, follow these steps to ensure your safety and the effectiveness of the response:
- Safety first: Stay away from the electrical fault and evacuate the area if necessary.
- Call an Electrician: Give us a call. An Electrician will advise on the phone and arrange a time to visit.
- Avoid DIY fixes: Do not attempt to fix the issue yourself, as this can be dangerous and may worsen the problem. Wait for an Electrician to arrive.
Rewiring
We offer a full rewiring and part rewiring service.
Electrical cables last a long time but will eventually deteriorate, which is common in older homes that have not been rewired in the past 30 years.
To ensure your home’s and its occupants’ safety, it is important to have your electrical wiring checked every ten years and consider a rewire if necessary.
Our electricians are highly experienced in rewiring homes with minimal disruption while meeting the highest standards of workmanship.
We can also install new Electrical systems in extensions and renovations to work with your current Electrical system.
Sockets & Switches
Adding new sockets or upgrading existing ones in the home is a great way to ensure that all appliances and devices run safely without the risk of electrical overload.
With the increasing number of gadgets, tools and appliances being used in the home, it is vital to have adequate powerpoints installed to handle the extra electricity draw.
Our experienced electricians can install new sockets into your home or upgrade existing ones. Nowadays, a variety of faceplates are available on the market, so you can choose one which matches your décor, from standard white plastic to decorative plastic, stainless steel or wooden faceplates.
It is also possible to fit residual current devices (RCDs), USB charging ports, fused connection units (FCUs) with built-in fuses for hard-wired appliances such as boilers and cooker switches, shaver units and more.
This ensures that your electrical system is safe and that any connected appliance can be used safely, protecting you and your family from any potential electrical accidents.
These additional powerpoints provide an added layer of safety and make life easier by making fewer socket adaptors necessary around the house and providing extra convenient charging points for devices such as phones, tablets, etc.
Outdoor Power
Do you need to use outdoor power tools such as electric lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and other gardening machinery?
If yes, consider having one of our electricians install an outdoor power socket at your home.
External sockets are waterproof, with heavy-duty sprung covers that protect them from the elements. They also feature built-in RCD fuses for added safety. If any power cable gets cut, the fuse will automatically cut off the power supply.
Outdoor power makes your garden and outdoor jobs much easier and safer when using outdoor power tools.
Installation is straightforward and inexpensive. However, once you experience the benefits of outdoor power sockets, you’ll wonder how you used to live without them.
Fault Finding & Repairs
From the slight flicker of a light bulb to the consistent tripping of a fuse, electrical faults indicate an underlying problem with your home’s system.
Fortunately, our experienced electricians are here to help you resolve issues with your electrical system efficiently and cost-effectively. In addition, we have the tools and experience to quickly establish the source of electrical faults.
Once the location of the fault is found, an Electrician will make the necessary alterations or fit replacement parts to ensure your electrical system runs effectively again.
Consumer Units
Consumer Units are a key component of any home’s electrical system, protecting against electrocution and fire.
Old fuse boxes are commonly found in older homes around Hockley, but they provide lower safety than modern consumer units.
Modern consumer units contain Residual Current Devices (RCD fuses) and Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs) that help ensure the electrical system’s safety and those using it.
RCDs protect from electrocution if someone touches a live wire, while MCBs guard against overloaded circuits and appliances and prevents faulty wiring or electrical equipment failures.
In case of an electrical fault, these devices will trip instantly to cut power and can be easily reactivated using the built-in switch, unlike old fuses, which require more time to break the connection and may even cause a fire risk.
At our company, we offer free quotes for upgrading old fuse boxes, installing new consumer units and replacing existing ones with modern BS EN 61439-compliant RCD consumer units.
This upgraded type of consumer unit provides better safety levels than its predecessor, thanks to its improved design and safety standards.
Appliance Installation
Looking for a qualified electrician to help install your new appliance?
Our affordable appliance installation service covers all hard-wired appliances, such as built-in ovens, hobs, boilers, extractor fans and more.
Our experienced Electricians install appliances swiftly and test them as per the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it works properly. An electrical installation certificate is included as well.
Earthing & Bonding
Earthing and bonding are essential for any electrical installation, ensuring all appliances, wiring and other components are correctly grounded.
Earthing & bonding ensure the safety of everyone in the building, preventing electric shocks, damage to appliances and electrical fires.
All electrical installations include the checking of the earthing and bonding. We can also check your existing system to ensure it’s safe and meets the current standards.
Security Lighting
Security lighting is essential for both domestic and commercial properties to protect against criminal activity after dark.
Studies have demonstrated that installing security lighting can drastically reduce the chances of a break-in or vandalism.
As such, it is essential to consider the vulnerable areas of your home or business premises and take steps to secure them.
At your request, one of our electricians can provide a free survey to identify any poorly lit doorways, windows, alleyways or yard areas that intruders could target.
These areas can then be fitted with motion sensor lighting or timed lighting, which is always illuminated after dark. This will deter potential criminals and highlight your other security systems, such as alarms and CCTV cameras.
In the event of a break-in, there will be sufficient lighting for your CCTV to capture images of the perpetrators, which can then be passed on to the police.
All security lighting is fitted with energy-efficient LED bulbs, which are very economical to run.
Smoke & Heat Alarms
Smoke alarms are essential for any household, but they are not a failsafe solution.
Alarms relying solely on battery power, batteries can run out. Also, smoke alarms can be hard to hear throughout the home, not alerting everyone on time to escape safely.
Linked systems installed by a professional electrician offer a much safer and more reliable alternative.
Our team will visit your home to conduct a risk assessment and install smoke and heat alarms in the most critical areas of your property, linking them together before connecting them to the mains electricity supply so that all alarms sound simultaneously in the event of a fire.
Backup batteries in each alarm also ensure they operate even during a power cut, so you’re safety always guaranteed.
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