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About Fault Finding
What Is Electrical Fault Finding?
Electrical faults can appear out of nowhere — a light that won’t switch on, sockets with no power, or an RCD that won’t stop tripping.
Fault finding is all about tracing the root cause of electrical issues. A qualified electrician uses the right tools to safely test circuits, pinpoint problems, and get your home or business back up and running.
DIY guesswork? Not worth the risk. You could miss hidden wiring issues or overloads — or worse, create a fire hazard. With a professional, you’ll get a fast diagnosis and a fix that sticks.
Common Signs You Need Fault Finding
Here are a few tell-tale signs something’s gone wrong:
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Lights flickering or dimming unexpectedly
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RCD keeps tripping for no clear reason
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Burning smell from sockets or fuse boards
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Partial power loss in parts of the house
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Dead outlets or switches
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Buzzing sounds from appliances or wiring
These issues can be caused by loose connections, overloaded circuits, old wiring, or appliance faults. An electrician can track down the issue safely — and often fix it on the spot.
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Callum Umpleby
Awesome service, from choosing what we needed doing and professional recommendations to implementing our plan! Wont be going anywhere else for electrical services in Worksop.
Emma
Callum came to do the electrics down to our Summerhouse in 2021. The work was carried out on time and to a high standard. Everything was left neat and tidy, you would never have known he had been there. He did a wonderful job and as a result has done work for several of our neighbours too.
Jor
Callum completed our 1st and 2nd fix for our extension, advising on all aspects of lighting and electrical gadgetry. Wouldn’t use anyone else for our electrical works. He later completed a full install in the shed with great safety features
Rachael
Very professional service and such a pleasant guy. We would definitely recommend Callum.
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FAQs
Why does my power keep tripping?
Usually, it’s a faulty appliance or overloaded circuit. But it could also be water ingress, loose wiring, or a faulty RCD. A fault-finding visit will isolate the cause.
How much does fault finding cost?
Most local electricians charge an hourly rate for fault finding. Expect around £60-90 per hour, but it depends on the complexity and whether it’s an emergency callout.
How long does it take to find a fault?
Simple faults (like a blown fuse or faulty socket) can be found in under an hour. More complex issues involving rewiring or hidden junction boxes might take longer.
Can I find an electrical fault myself?
You can unplug appliances one at a time to test for obvious issues — but anything beyond that should be left to a trained electrician. There’s too much risk with live electrics.
Is it dangerous to leave an electrical fault?
Yes. Electrical faults can overheat, spark, or cause fires if ignored. Even if the issue seems minor, it’s always best to get it checked by a professional.