Looking for a Fault finding Electrician?

1) Fault Finding Services in Brighton

Have you lost power? Is your Fuse board tripping? At Oval electrical we provide electrical fault finding in Brighton & Hove aiming to diagnose any issues safely and get things back up and running as soon as possible.

We are NAPIT registered electricians with over 10 years of experience finding and fixing electrical faults in homes, rental properties and commercial premises . Anything from an RCD that keeps tripping, sockets that have suddenly stopped working or damage caused by water, we carry out proper fault diagnosis with clear explanations and solutions for you.

A typical fault finding job can take around 1–2 hours depending on the issue, and we will keep you updated from the first contact with appointment reminders and clear explanations of what the issue is and how it was caused.

2) Electrical fault finding for Homeowners, landlords & local businesses

Electrical faults can show up in all types of weird ways. Sometimes it’s as obvious as a faulty socket or sometimes it can be more challenging with an intermittent fault.

We regularly attend faults involving:

• RCDs and RCBOs tripping
• Partial or complete power loss
• Faulty lights
• Outdoor electrical faults
• Burning / overheating accessories
• Boiler and heating controls not working
• Water damaged electrics

A lot of the calls we receive are from customers who are looking for a local electrician in brighton & hove who they can trust will find the fault in their property

3) A recent fault we fixed in Brighton & Hove

Earlier this year we were called to a property in hangleton where the RCD was intermittently tripping. The customer had tried to reset it multiple times, but the fault kept coming back without any obvious pattern.

After receiving the call we popped over and started testing each individual circuit, we eventually traced the problem to a hidden junction box out in the garden that had filled with water and bugs. Because the fault only occurred when the garden lights were triggered by a sensor and when the moisture levels were high enough the fault wasn't immediately obvious. Once we located the damaged junction box we repaired it properly then the issue was resolved.

This is why proper electrical fault finding matters. This particular fault only occurred in a specific scenario and without a thorough investigation it would have cost the client in unnecessary repairs and still not fix it!

4) What’s Involved during Electrical fault Finding?

When you contact us, we will try to gather as much information as possible off of you before attending. Small details can often help us narrow faults down quicker.

4.0.1) Step 1 — Get In Touch

You can call us or use the contact form. We’ll ask a few questions about the fault like what’s happening and how long has it been going on for.

4.0.2) Step 2 — Explain The Issue

Any information you have can really help narrow down what could be causing the issue. The type of things we need to know are:

• Does the fault only happen at certain times?
• Is it just one circuit affected or the whole property?
• Has any recent DIY work been carried out e.g changing a socket or hanging a picture?
• Did the issue start after rain or bad weather?

These details genuinely help speed up diagnosis.

4.0.3) Step 3 — Booking You In

We will aim to be in touch within the same day and arrange a site visit within the week. In some emergency circumstances we will try get out to site on the same day

4.0.4) Step 4 — we carry out the investigation and fault finding

Once on site, we will carry out fault finding and testing to identify the source of the issue. Depending on the fault, this may involve:

• Testing all circuits at the fusebox
• Opening up sockets or switches
• Removing appliances from the circuit
• Lifting up floorboards 

4.0.5) Step 5 — Repairing The Fault

Once we identify the issue we can normally fix the issue while already being on site, however in some cases the work required may be more complex and require us to send you an estimate for the work. However we will always ensure to leave your property in a safe condition before we leave

5) Common Electrical Faults We See

Over the years we’ve seen a lot of faults caused by poor workmanship or environmental damage rather than failed equipment itself.

Some of the most common problems we come across include:

5.0.1) Outside lights filling with water

Outdoor fittings are one of the biggest causes of nuisance tripping, especially cheaper fittings or badly sealed connections. Water ingress can cause intermittent faults that only appear during wet weather.

5.0.2) DIY electrical work gone wrong

We regularly attend jobs where wiring has been altered incorrectly, connections haven’t been tested properly or cables have been overloaded. Sometimes the fault isn’t immediately dangerous but causes ongoing reliability issues.

5.0.3) Damaged cables

Whether an animal has chewed through the cables or you have hung up a new picture and gone through the cable we often see the cause of the problem being a cable has been damaged 

5.0.4) Faulty Appliances & Equipment

Sometimes the issue isn’t fixed wiring at all. Appliances can cause earth leakage faults that repeatedly trip RCDs or are poor quality items and are overheating causing short circuits

5.0.5) Poor Workmanship

Loose connections, overloaded junction boxes and badly terminated cables are still surprisingly common, especially in older properties or rushed installations.

6) Transparent Pricing

Our electrical fault finding service is charged at £70 + VAT per hour plus any materials required for repairs.

The initial visit is for diagnosis and fault finding. If replacement parts or additional repair work are needed, we’ll discuss this with you before carrying out the work so there are no surprises.

Most fault finding jobs are resolved within 1–2 hours, although intermittent or hidden faults can sometimes take longer depending on accessibility and complexity.

7) Why Customers Use Oval Electrical

A lot of our work now comes from repeat customers, landlords and letting agents who need somebody reliable when faults happen unexpectedly.

Customers choose us because:

• We have over 10 years of experience carrying out electrical fault finding
• We’re NAPIT registered
• We have 90+ 5-star Google reviews
• We offer same-day response where possible
• We provide a 12-month workmanship guarantee
• We keep customers updated with reminders and communication from the first contact

When you’ve got an electrical issue, especially one affecting power or safety, good communication makes a huge difference.

8) FAQ SECTION

8.0.1) How much does electrical fault finding cost?

Our fault finding service starts from £70 + VAT per hour plus any parts required for repairs. We’ll always explain any additional work needed before carrying it out.

8.0.2) How quickly can you attend a fault in Brighton & Hove?

We always try to get out to emergency faults same day however sometimes this isn't possible however we will always be honest and let you know our earliest availability

8.0.3) Can you usually fix the issue on the first visit?

In many cases, yes. A lot of faults can be diagnosed and repaired during the same appointment. If more major work is required, we’ll provide a separate quote first.

8.0.4) What causes my RCD to keep tripping?

An RCD should trip when there is an earth fault or an imbalance on the circuit. Common causes of this are water ingress, Damaged cables and Faulty appliances

8.0.5) Do you carry out fault finding for landlords and letting agents?

Yes. We work closely with a number of landlords and letting agents across Brighton & Hove helping diagnose faults quickly and minimise any disruption for tenants.

8.0.6) What information should I give when booking?

As much detail as possible, even if it seems like it is un-related. For example in some cases in older properties a fault on one circuit could actually be causing another circuit to trip. 

8.0.7) Is your work guaranteed?

Yes. All workmanship is covered by our 12-month workmanship guarantee

If you are looking for a local electrician in Brighton & hove that you can trust will fix your electrical faults then make sure you get in touch today

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