What Is Electrical Fault Finding?
Electrical fault finding is the process of locating and identifying issues in your electrical system — such as damaged wiring, faulty circuits, or overloaded components — that cause power outages, tripping, buzzing sounds, or safety risks.
"We don’t guess — we test, trace, and fix."
Common Signs You Need Fault Finding
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🔌 Power cuts in parts of the property
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⚠️ RCDs or circuit breakers keep tripping
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🔥 Burning smells from sockets or switches
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💡 Flickering lights or buzzing noises
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🧯 Electric shocks or warm outlets
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🔋 Appliances not working correctly
These are signs of potential danger — don’t ignore them.
Our Fault-Finding Service Includes:
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Visual inspection of your consumer unit, sockets, and circuits
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Use of professional test equipment (insulation resistance, continuity, RCD tests)
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Identification of electrical faults or damage
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Clear diagnosis & explanation in plain English
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Immediate repair (if possible) or full quote for remedial work
Who We Help
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Homeowners experiencing electrical issues
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Landlords needing urgent electrical diagnostics
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Letting agents with tenant complaints
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Businesses or shops with power faults or lighting failures
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Construction sites with faulty wiring or trip hazards
Why Choose Us
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NAPIT Registered Electrical contractor
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Same-Day and Emergency Call-Outs Available
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Fully Equipped Vans – Many Issues Fixed on the Spot
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Transparent Pricing – No Hidden Costs
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Fault Diagnosis Backed by Professional Reports (if needed
Don’t Wait for an Electrical Fault to Become a Fire Hazard.
Don’t leave safety to chance. Ensure you’re fully compliant and protected.
📞 Call: 0191 301 7233
📧 Email: sales@durhamelectrics.co.uk
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Durham Electrics – Protecting Lives, Property & Business Across the North East
FAQs
How long does fault finding take?
Most problems are identified within 1–2 hours. More complex faults may require return visits or partial rewiring.
Will you fix the fault immediately?
If it's something minor (e.g., loose connection, faulty socket), we often fix it on the spot. For larger issues, we'll give you a clear quote.
What if it’s something serious?
We’ll isolate the fault, make the property safe, and explain your options before proceeding.