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🌊 Flood Electrical Safety: FAQ
With the recent floods in our beautiful hometown Monmouth, our town has faced some of the worst flooding we’ve ever seen. Homes, businesses, and community spaces have all been affected, and we know many of you are still dealing with the aftermath. As your local electrical team, we’ve been out every day helping where we can—restoring power, carrying out free safety checks, and giving advice. We’ve put together this FAQ to answer the questions we’re hearing most often, and to h
Jody Shannon
Nov 183 min read


Warmth Without Worries: Electric Blankets, Heaters & Winter Appliances
Ah, that first chill of autumn — the air turns crisp, the leaves crunch underfoot, and the first hint of frost makes your morning cuppa taste even better. It’s the perfect time to get cosy… but before you plug in every heater, electric blanket, and winter appliance you own, let’s make sure you do it safely and efficiently . Here’s your friendly guide to staying toasty this winter without any shocking surprises. Electric Blankets: Your Snuggly Winter Hero Nothing says “cosy ev
Jody Shannon
Nov 133 min read


Socket Wars II: The Rise of the Multi-Plug
If you’ve ever lived in a house where four people are fighting for one socket, you’ll know the struggle: extension leads everywhere, daisy-chained adapters balanced precariously, and the unmistakable smell of danger wafting from the overloaded plug. Welcome to Socket Wars . But fear not — a new hero has arrived on the scene. Enter the modern multi-plug socket with USB ports , the ultimate peacekeeper in the battle for power. ⚡ Why Overloading Sockets is a Bad Idea ● Heat bui
Jody Shannon
Oct 222 min read


Why Are My Lights Flickering? (And No, It's Not a Ghost!)
Flickering lights––annoying, unsettling, and possibly straight out of a horror movie. But before you assume your house is haunted, let's...
Jody Shannon
Oct 153 min read


⚡ DIY DANGER QUIZ: Are You a Secret Sparky or a Disaster Waiting to Happen?
Take this 5-question quiz to find out if you’re a Voltage Viking... or a certified Cable Calamity! Q1: You see a plug socket sparking....
Jody Shannon
May 302 min read


⚡Choose Your Own Electrical Adventure: Will You Survive the Day?
Welcome, brave adventurer! Today, you're tasked with surviving a perfectly normal day at home... armed only with your wits, a...
Jody Shannon
Apr 303 min read


Dodgy DIY: ⚠️ Some Dangers Whisper, Others Buzz ⚠️
DIY Horrors: The Hidden (and Not-So-Hidden) Signs Your Electrics Are Begging for Help Some things in life are subtle. A flicker here. A...
Jody Shannon
Apr 283 min read


💧Watts in Your Water?
Electrical Safety Tips for Pools, Hot Tubs, and Garden Good Times The sun’s peeking out (finally), the BBQ’s getting dusted off, and...
Jody Shannon
Apr 83 min read


Lights, Camera... Security! How to Burglar-Proof Your Home This Summer
Summer in Monmouth. The River Wye glistens in the sun, the BBQs get dusted off, and the countryside hums with tractors, lawnmowers and...
Jody Shannon
Apr 72 min read


Garden Glow-Up: Bright Ideas for Outdoor Lighting––Without the Shocking Bill
Summer evenings are made for enjoying the garden, whether it’s a BBQ, a quiet night under the stars, or a full-blown garden party. But...
Jody Shannon
Apr 42 min read


Sun's Out, Power's Out! Are You Overloading This Summer?
Ah, British summertime—the season of BBQs, garden parties, and the inevitable realisation that your outdoor extension lead is carrying...
Jody Shannon
Apr 33 min read


BBQ, Beers & Blown Fuses: Because 'Well-Done' Should Be for Steaks, Not Wires
The Great British Summer—where we optimistically set up the BBQ under the illusion of endless sunshine, only to dash for cover when the...
Jody Shannon
Apr 12 min read


Dodgy DIY: Circuit of Horrors
There's a special kind of horror lurking in the shadows––not in haunted houses, but in homes and businesses, where well-intentioned (but...
Jody Shannon
Mar 272 min read


Ring VS Radial: The Mystery of Plug Circuits Explained
If you’ve ever wondered why your UK home’s wiring setup seems a bit... odd, you’re not alone. Most people have no idea how their plug...
Jody Shannon
Mar 272 min read


That 'Fishy' Smell? Your Electrics Might Be Melting!
Ever walked into a room and thought, "Who left fish out in the sun?" only to realise there’s no seafood in sight? Well, if your home, or...
Jody Shannon
Mar 262 min read


The Fan Wars: How to Stop Fighting Over the Only Plug Socket
Ah, summer in the UK. Three whole days of sunshine before the inevitable downpour. But when that rare heatwave strikes, the Great British...
Jody Shannon
Mar 243 min read


Why Are My Lights Flickering? (And No, It's Not a Ghost!)
Flickering lights––annoying, unsettling, and possibly straight out of a horror movie. But before you assume your house is haunted, let's...
Jody Shannon
Mar 203 min read


Why Every Business Needs an Electrical Safety Check (Yes, Yours Too!)
Is Your Business Electrically Safe? Let's Find Out. Electrical safety isn't the most thrilling topic––until something sparks (literally)...
Jody Shannon
Mar 202 min read


Stay Grounded! Why Earthing is the Unsung Hero of Electrical Safety
If you've ever felt a little zap when touching an appliance or wondered why your electrician keeps talking about "earthing", you're not...
Jody Shannon
Mar 192 min read


Is Your Home Hiding a Sticky, Green Problem?
Cable Greening: What It Is & Why You Shouldn't Ignore It If your home was built before the 1970s, you could have an unseen electrical...
Jody Shannon
Mar 193 min read
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