Electrical Installation: The Basics

Firstly, What Makes a Good Electrical Installation?

All of the fixed electrical equipment that comes through the electricity metre is referred to as an electrical installation. It includes cables that are generally hidden in walls and ceilings, accessories (such as sockets, switches, and light fittings), and the consumer unit (fusebox) that houses all the fuses, circuit-breakers, and residual current devices (RCDs).

There are numerous factors that contribute to a good electrical installation:

• To reduce the usage of multiway socket adapters and trailing leads, there are enough sockets for electrical appliances.
• Covers are in place to prevent fingers from coming into contact with live components (failed or damaged switches should be replaced as soon as possible).
• An RCD protection system is used to provide further protection against electrical shock.
• Earthing arrangements are in place to ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker can swiftly clear an electrical fault before it causes an electric shock or fire.
• Satisfactory protective bonding arrangements are in place where necessary (to minimise any electric shock hazard until a fault is repaired)
• In the event of a fault, there are enough circuits installed to prevent harm and inconvenience.
• In relation to the fuse or circuit breaker protecting the circuit, the cables are correctly chosen and installed.

What are Types of Electrical Installation Work?

There are three main types of electrical installation work:

• New installations – this is where an electrical installation is installed in a new property.
• Extensions, alterations, and additions to an existing installation – this is where changes are made to an existing electrical installation.
• Repairs to an existing installation – this is where damage or deterioration to an electrical installation is repaired.

What are Types of Electrical Installation Certificates?

There are two main types:

Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC)

This sort of accreditation verifies that a certain electrical installation is safe to use. When any important electrical installations are made, an EIC is generated. Fitting new lights, circuits, and other specialist work, for example.

Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate (MEIWC):

An EIC is required for any significant electrical installation, but an MEIWC is all that’s needed for minor and non-intrusive work. This type of accreditation will be provided when circuits are updated or added in non-specialist spaces. An MEIWC verifies that an electrical system is safe to use and meets all current rules in the same way that a regular EIC does.

It’s critical for property owners to obtain these certifications whenever any electrical installation work is done on a property. You’ll be risking hefty fines from authorities if something goes wrong. And, in the case of an electrical fire, not having the right certificate could invalidate your insurance policy.

Choosing the Right Electrical Installation Service

Not all electricians are the same. When it comes to electrical installation work, you need to ensure that you’re working with a reputable, certified, and experienced professional. Here at PPVS, our contractors are all highly trained and our work is guaranteed to ensure safety and compliance.

We’re a top electrical contractor in the United Kingdom. Our clients pick us because we provide reasonably priced and professional electrical services. Our installations, rewiring, and maintenance procedures are all compliant with British Standards for Electrical Installations as a NIC and EIC-accredited electrical contractor. Professional electrical testing and installation can be requested by both domestic and commercial customers.

We provide electrical installation works for premises in the commercial, industrial, and residential industries:

• Commercial electrical installation works –  we provide various commercial clients with a wide range of electrical installation services. We work with small businesses, large corporations, and everything in between.
• Industrial installation works –  our industrial clients request our electrical installation services for a variety of reasons. We’ve worked on projects big and small, from factories to warehouses. With strict regulations and high risk environments,  it’s essential to use a certified industrial electrical contractor.
• Residential installation works –  we provide homeowners with comprehensive electrical installation services. Whether you need a new fuse board or an entire house rewire, our team of certified electricians can help.

For more information on how we can help, please get in touch today.