Electrical Safety

06/11/2025

EICR - call JD Electrics 07884 065 057

06/11/2025

EICR - Electrical Inspection Condition Report

Key reasons for EICR importance
Safety: It identifies potential electrical hazards like faulty wiring, old sockets, and inadequate protective devices that could cause electric shocks or fires.
Legal compliance: For landlords and businesses, an EICR is a legal requirement to ensure the property is safe for occupants and employees. It also serves as a record of compliance.
Financial benefits: Regular checks can prevent costly damage to appliances and the property itself. An EICR can also highlight areas for energy efficiency improvements, which can save money on bills.
Peace of mind: For homeowners, an EICR is a way to confirm the electrical system is safe and to proactively address any issues before they become major problems.
Proof of diligence: The report provides proof that the property owner has taken necessary steps to maintain the electrical safety of the installation, which can be crucial in case of an accident.

10/06/2025

https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2063788/warning-washing-machine-kitchen-plug?int_source=amp_continue_reading&int_medium=amp&int_campaign=continue_reading_button -readmore-target

Washer / Dryers safety advice

Anyone who has a washing machine in their kitchen plug sockets has been issued a warning by fire chiefs.

12/04/2025

https://businessservicesweek.com/7-things-never-to-plug-in-a-power-strip/

12/12/2024

https://businessservicesweek.com/7-things-never-to-plug-in-a-power-strip/

It doesn’t matter in what corner of the world does one reside; there never seems to be enough power outlets in the households. This quarantine has got us using our gadgets more than usual. As...

12/11/2024

JD Electrics - serving the RG postcode area & South Oxfordshire

12/11/2024

Does your electrical installation look like this one? Maybe time to upgrade with new RCBO 18th edition consumer units with surge and shock protection

04/09/2023

www.jdelectrics.co.uk

04/09/2023

https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/23763301.fire-burton-bradstock-friday-night-caused-shirt/

A shirt hung over a light was the cause of a fire at a home, firefighters said.

08/07/2023

https://blog.gitnux.com/cell-phone-fire-statistics/ #:~:text=According%20to%20the%20National%20Fire,or%20use%20of%20incompatible%20chargers.

Cell phone fires are a serious safety hazard that can cause significant damage to property and even loss of life. According to the National Fire Protection

08/07/2023

Phone chargers fire risk

If the wrong charger is used for an electrical device, the internal battery can't handle a different voltage and it can catch fire. Stop using a charger if you suspect that it is faulty or fake. Do not use a charger if you have to force it into the wall socket, and don't use it on an extension lead.

https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-home/electrical-items/batteries-and-chargers/

02/12/2022

Zappi EV Charge Point install