Electrical Repairs in Bridgend

First, look at which switch has tripped. If it's a single circuit breaker (MCB), the problem is usually on that circuit: too many appliances running at once, or a fault in one appliance or in the wiring. If it's an RCD or RCBO (these have a small test button), it has detected electricity leaking to earth, often from a faulty appliance or from water getting into an outside light, socket or junction box.

To narrow it down, switch off and unplug everything on the affected circuit, reset the switch, then plug things back in one at a time. If it trips when a particular appliance goes on, that appliance is the likely cause. Kettles, ovens, immersion heaters, washing machines and outdoor equipment are common culprits.

Never hold a switch on, tape it up or fit a higher-rated breaker. If it won't reset with everything unplugged, trips with nothing in use, or you notice a burning smell, scorch marks or a hot consumer unit, switch off at the main switch if it's safe to do so and call us on 02922 780 300. We'll test the circuits, find the fault and put it right.

If it's safe to do so, switch the power off at your consumer unit straight away, then call us. Burning smells or unusual noises from your electrics can point to a serious fault that needs urgent attention.

See whether it's just your property. If your neighbours are off too, it is probably a fault on the network, which you can report by calling 105. If it's only you, check your consumer unit for a switch that has tripped. If it trips again when you reset it, or you can't find the cause, call us.

An EICR records anything that needs attention using codes. C1 means danger is present and needs immediate action. C2 means potentially dangerous and needs urgent remedial work. FI means further investigation is needed without delay. Any of these make the report unsatisfactory. C3 means improvement recommended, and on its own doesn't make a report unsatisfactory.

We'll explain each item in plain English and quote for the remedial work. Once it's done, you'll get certification showing the issues have been put right. Landlords should keep this with the report.

Yes. Our work comes with a 12-month workmanship guarantee from the date of your final invoice, and manufacturer warranties apply to all the materials we supply. Full details are in our terms and conditions.