Getting a new kitchen and the electrics
Blog 11: Getting a new kitchen and the electrics
D.L.R Electrical are proud to provide a complete professional service, from the first second of enquiry of a service to the handover of a finished product.
We are a local reliable electrical contractor, providing an electrical installation, testing and maintenance service in Bar Hill. Using our vast experience and technical knowledge on the electrical industry, we strive to make sure every single little detail of our work we carry out is perfect
Blog 11: Getting a new kitchen and the electrics
GOLDEN RULE- CARRY OUT THE TASK ONLY IF YOUR COMPETENT AND CONFIDENT TO DO IT
Blog 9: Take care when importing electrical equipment
AFDD’s do (apparently) exactly what their name suggests, they detect arcs from faulty or damaged electric cable/equipment and shut the power off instantly. These devices are not new, they have been in use for some time in other countries and are now making their way over here.
We all worry about what we are getting for our money in whatever we decide to purchase in life. We want to know we are getting a fair trade for our hard-earned money we hand over, but are you being overcharged for what you’re paying for?
Blog 5: Surge protection
Surge Protection Devices (SPD’s) and what are they?
The consumer unit, commonly known as the fuse board, is the brain of the whole installation. So, it’s important to get the correct type for the nature of your electrical installation. To do this effectively requires seeking the assistance of a specialist.
Under cabinet kitchen lighting installation in Bar Hill
Hallway lighting installation in Bar Hill
Regulation 132.16 of BS7671:2018-Requirements for electrical installations states: No addition or alteration, temporary or permanent, shall be made to an existing installation, unless it has been ascertained that the rating and the condition of any existing equipment, including that of the distributor, will be adequate for the altered circumstances. Furthermore, the earthing and bonding arrangements, if necessary for the protective measure applied for the safety of the addition or alteration, shall be adequate
Id like to pick out a part of this regulation
The NICEIC is the UK’s leading regulatory body for the electrical contracting industry and have been operational for some 60 years. All of their contractors are assessed regularly to make sure that they are competent in their field and adhere to stringent technical and safety standards.
Under their platinum promise, any workmanship is protected for six years, meaning if you are unhappy with any work carried out, you can contact them and they will send an independent tradesman to check the quality of the work and redo if necessary.
Not only does this give you peace of mind from the financial viewpoint, but it promises that the craftsmanship you are paying for is of impeccable standard.