Electrical DIY

Electrical DIY Jobs Shouldnt Do

DIY Danger: Expert advises on electrical jobs in the home you must never do yourself

While it's tempting to complete electrical jobs at home without the help of a professional to save money, there are often hidden dangers that could put you and your home at risk while carrying out these tasks - it has been reported that 50 per cent of household electric shocks are caused by DIY errors.

To educate homeowners, an expert from MyBuilder.com , the reliable way to hire...

Working outside? Don’t ignore hidden dangers of electricity

Working outside or doing DIY in the garden carries hidden dangers that can result in life-changing injury and even death, warns Western Power Distribution (WPD).

In an incident in Crediton, Devon in 2020, the driver of a tipper lorry died after his vehicle made contact with an overhead powerline.

Before starting work outside, people often forget to look out for overhead...