Electrics Features
From chaning a plug to installing a doorbell - no need to pick up the phone book just yet
Advice on cable core colours
Expert advice on how to change a fuse in a consumer unit
Need to replace an old plug? Follow our easy guide to this five-minute job.
How to replace a one-way switch
Advice on how to replace an electrical socket
Instructions on how to run cable in a solid wall
Electricity is divided into separate circuits for different areas of the home. Each circuit has its own circuit breaker from which you can manually turn off the electricity to that circuit
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