Electrical Repairs...
Below are our articles on the subject of Electrical Repairs. If you can't see what you are looking for our other categories are displayed on the left under 'Our Quick Links'...
Fitting a Spotlight
A fairly common modification in the home these days is to replace a single pendant light fitting with a row of spotlights. This gives a better spread of light and,...
Installing a Smoke Detector
Installing a smoke detector in your home is an essential DIY task and there is no excuse not to have one installed. They are cheap to buy easy to install and could save...
Installing Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting has often been more about security lights and porch lights but these days it's more likely to be part of a garden design. The bad news for DIY...
Replacing a Fuse and Resetting a Circuit Breaker
Replacing a fuse and resetting a circuit breaker is an easy DIY job. Below we share the basics on what you need to know and what you need to do, to...
Replacing a Plug Socket
Never tackle an electrical job in your home unless you are absolutely certain you know what you are doing. If you are not sure about anything consult a qualified...
Replacing a Standard Light Switch with a Dimmer
A dimmer switch is a perfect of way of becoming more energy efficient and providing attractive enhancement for decorations and furnishings around...
Replacing International Plugs With British Plugs
Many of us travel abroad for our holidays or on business trips and take advantage of the sometimes vastly reduced prices when it comes to...
Wiring a Ceiling Rose
One of the most prevalent electrical wiring systems for lighting circuits today is the 'loop-in' system so that one will be tackled in this article. The lights and...
Wiring a Plug
Wiring or rewiring a UK plug is an easy Do It Yourself job but you must follow the correct guidelines to ensure your safety. Also remember that old or tatty plugs are an...
