Five potentially dangerous mistakes made by DIY electricians

 

With so many people interested in DIY, it's no wonder that the number of DIY enthusiasts is on the rise. One way to learn DIY is to follow online guides and tutorials to make quick repairs around the house. But with all these newbies jumping into this world where mistakes can cost them their home or even their health, there needs to be a guide on what not to do when planning your first repair job.

Most homeowners know that they will need an electrician at some point - but sometimes things just happen too quickly for our best efforts! Unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately?) we often make basic mistakes, such as disconnecting one breaker before switching off another, which can have potentially fatal consequences.

Wrong wires - extremely thick wires 

When it comes to electrical faults, the most common mistake is not connecting the wires correctly. What are some examples of this? Perhaps unprotected and uncovered wires have been connected incorrectly, or you have connected an incorrect earth cable to other appliances. It could also be that you are running too many wires under one terminal or that the insulation on your cable is of poor quality! It can be difficult to avoid all kinds of mistakes, but if you are working on this task, please take the time to consider all possible errors so that you don't hurt anyone later.

Sockets are overloaded

To be safe and limit risk, it's best to find out about the wiring before you start your project. It is also important that the wire gauge matches the original amperage or voltage to avoid overloading the circuit, which could lead to unreliable connections. Circuit overload can occur if too many appliances are plugged into a socket at the same time. If this is often the case in your home, you may want to call an electrician the very next day. He will quickly and efficiently find out what is wrong and at the same time provide surge protection - just in case lightning strikes again!

Choosing the wrong switches and sockets

When you live in a house, it's inevitable that sockets and switches will come loose at some point. The perfect time to fix this problem is when there are loose sockets or cables near other objects, because if they knock something off the wall, not only do you risk an accident, but you also risk exposing your cables where they are plugged in. What's the best way to avoid these problems? By installing new electrical fittings in the home or even replacing loose switches with working ones. Fitting switches and fittings is a job that anyone with enough experience can do. But the job has to be done properly if you want it to work for years without any problems!

Replacing fuses too often

Sometimes fuses need to be replaced, and it may be necessary to install circuit breakers to avoid hazards. Replacing these items too frequently is not only time-consuming, but also confirms that there is an underlying issue. 

The issue should emphasise the importance of consulting a professional when replacing old or obsolete parts of an electrical system to avoid potential hazards such as fires or power surges. DIYers need to be aware of the problems they can cause if they ignore their property's electrical panel. Without it, the safety and reliability for the use of your home or business will be significantly compromised!

Exposed cables

When doing DIY, it's only natural to look for a quick and cheap solution. Unfortunately, cutting corners in the wrong place can cost lives - exposed cables are one of the main examples of this. Not only are exposed cables an eyesore, but they also increase the likelihood of other faults in your circuit; including fatal accidents caused by contact with items such as cables, switches or appliances.

Call the Emergency Electrician in Brighton. We are 24 hours available. After your call, we send the right electrician to your place to fix the electrical issue. Call us now, 01273004108.