Electrical Inspection and Testing,
Fault Finding

Electrical Inspection and Testing

Electrical inspection and testing is a process to ensure electrical systems are safe by a qualified and registered electrician who conducts a visual inspection and uses testing equipment to identify defects and deterioration. This is often done as a periodic check, resulting in an EICR, and is crucial for preventing electric shock, fires, and damage.

For domestic properties, it's recommended every 10 years, while for commercial properties, it's every 5 years.

What it typically involves

Visual inspection:

We perform a thorough, detailed visual check to look for signs of damage, corrosion, or other defects in wiring and components.

Testing:

We then use professional equipment to test the safety and functionality of the electrical circuits and installation.

Detailed checks:

Specific checks include the adequacy of earthing and bonding, the condition of switchgear and sockets, and the type and age of the wiring system.

Documentation:

The results are documented in an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), which outlines any issues found and provides a safety rating.

Why is an Electrical Inspection and Test necessary?

Safety:

It protects people, animals, and property from electric shock and fire hazards caused by faulty wiring.

Deterioration:

Electrical installations degrade over time due to factors like wear and tear, corrosion, and environmental influences.

Compliance:

Regular inspection and testing are required by law to ensure electrical installations are maintained in a safe condition.

Compliance:

Landlords have a legal duty to ensure their properties are safe, and failure to comply can result in fines.

Only a fully qualified and registered electrician should carry out your Electrical Inspection and Testing.

Always check credentials:

Look for electricians who are members of recognised governing bodies, such as the NAPIT.

To independently check the credentials of an electrician you can go to their governing body and enter their information into the search box. For Galaxy Aerials and Electrical it would be NAPIT. Click the below link to see ours;

NAPIT: SEARCH AN ELECTRICIAN

Electrical Inspection and testing by Galaxy Aerials and Electrical	Example of insulation breakdown we've found in homes
Examples of insulation breakdown we've found in homes

Electrical Fault Finding

Electrical fault finding is the process of diagnosing and resolving issues within an electrical system by using a methodical approach and specialised professional tools to identify problems like shorts, overloads, and damaged components. It involves observing symptoms like flickering lights or tripping fuses, analysing the information, performing tests such as continuity and resistance testing to locate the fault, and then rectifying the issue.

It's crucial to call a qualified and registered electrician such as Galaxy Aerials and Electrical for this work, as, dealing with faulty and inconsistent electrical systems, it can be very dangerous.

Signs that you could have an electrical fault in your home or small business;