Wondering what are the signs you need a new fuseboard for your home or business in Leconfield? Here's our extensive guide put together by our qualified and experienced electricians at A.S Electrical.
Signs you need a new fuseboard - A.S. Electrical Leconfield
Do I need a new fuseboard?
The fuseboard is an essential component of homes and business across the UK. As the go between the National grid and the circuits in your building, the fuseboard distributes electricity to the different regions or zones in the building, enabling power to turn lighting on, use machinery and even charge mobile phones.
Fuseboards offer a level of protection too, when an unexpected overload or power surge is experienced, traditional fuseboards containing a thin piece of wire or fuse, would melt. This action would prevent electric shocks, protecting the user.
Modern fuse boards use advanced technology such as RCDs and MCB or residual current device and mini circuit breakers. These switches are highly sensitive to fluctuations in current and turn off or flip the switch, switching off circuits in this manner makes it safer and less time consuming so no need to physically change a fuse any more.
Signs you need a new fuseboard
There are a number of tell-tale signs which indicate a faulty fusebox. If in doubt, please get in touch with a qualified electrician such as A.S. Electrical and refrain from any DIY investigatory work.
If you notice any of the following warning signs, call us immediately.
- Flickering lights.
- Appliances fail to turn on when plugged into the mains.
- Electrical hum or buzz noise.
- Scorch or burn markings on switches or plug sockets.
- Fuses keep blowing regularly.
- Circuit breakers keep tripping.
Another major reason to upgrade your fuse board is if the existing fuseboard is rather ancient and hasn’t been replaced in the last 20-25 years.
Older fuseboards just do not comply with current industry standards and safety guidance. Additionally, like most older appliances, fuseboards are susceptible to wear and tear and degradation over time. This can of course increase the risk of hazards such as electric shocks and electric fires.
A.S. Electrical, fuseboard specialists in Leconfield
As a family run business, we take great pride in the customer service we provide clients. From initial visits or inspections to installations, servicing and maintenance, we only offer you the best craftsmanship, expertise and skill. We specialise in electrical systems in all three major sectors, domestic, commercial and industrial and are well known amongst the community of Leconfield.
A.S. Electrical are Part P and NAPIT qualified electricians, all our circuitry, testing and installation work is in line with UK trading standards and safety regulations.
As the demand for electrical appliances in our homes and businesses increases, having the right foundations such as an up to date and compliant fuseboard will make all the difference. Modern fuseboards can cope with the overload and additional power which older fuseboards are just not designed for.
As a commercial or industrial business, the safety of your staff, visitors and customers is a responsibility you need to consider, easily achieved through a fuseboard upgrade. If there are signs you need a new fuseboard, give A.S. Electrical call today so we can discuss upgrading your fuseboard today.
If you’re based in Leconfield and concerned with any signs you may need a new fuseboard, give our friendly team a call so we can put your mind at ease.
