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Coach light additions to large house
A large house required outside lighting upgrades. The front light above the main door need to be replaced and a movement sensor to be added. The rear required the addition of a coach light above the door. The problem was that no work could take place in the kitchen as recent renovations could not be disturbed. So a fused spur upstairs from an office allowed the power to the new light from the upstairs socket circuit..
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On My Travels - Crocheted muppet on a post box
Travelling around the area, as I do, its always interesting to see what presents we find.
The efforts some people go to completely unrewarded to bring a smile to ours faces never ceases to amaze me.
So thank you - whoever you are - and long may it continue - so here is you're moment of fame, albeit anonymous!?
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Electric Fails - Lighting
A simple job to test the lighting circuit as part of an EICR turned up this gem.
Gap filling taken to an extreme with the foam completely filling the light switch but nothing having changedexternally.
A short time after the EICR was finished the foam was chopped out circuit tested fully soon after.
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Electrical Fails - Melting plugs
Melting plugs and sheaths on wires happen more often than you might realise.
Poorly terminated wires explain some of them but more often it is due to DIY installations combined with excessive loads being used on the socket.
The first melted plug was connected via a long extension to an outbuiding where the small Consumer unit pitcured was wired directly to it. Multiple freezers were running from it. This really was a fire waiting to happen.
The outdoor socket in the third image shows the sheath melting from the temperatures being reached in the copper cable. The sockets were being used to power extension leads running various outdoor heaters. Again luck was all that had prevented a fire.
Look at the socket calculator here to check whether you're over stressing your cabling and sockets.
Your Trusted Electrician in Shenstone
Shenstone is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Lichfield District of Staffordshire, located conveniently between Lichfield and Sutton Coldfield. With its origins dating back to the Domesday Book, Shenstone has long been recognised for its historic significance and attractive setting.
Shenstone continues to offer charm and community spirit in equal measure. The village maintains its rural character with a blend of neat homes, well-kept gardens, and local amenities such as pubs, churches, a community library, and its own railway station, providing easy access to surrounding towns and cities.
Shenstone’s mix of older properties and newer developments, along with a strong sense of local pride, means many residents are keen to maintain and enhance their homes using reliable, high-quality local tradespeple—including electrical specialists.
Our Electrical Services in Shenstone
At Tamworth Electricians, we proudly serve customers across Shenstone with a full range of expert electrical services. Whether you’re a homeowner upgrading your lighting, a landlord preparing a rental property, or a family planning a home extension, our certified team is here to help. Our services include:
- Additional and replacement lighting
- LED downlights and LED security lighting
- Extra sockets and outdoor power outlets
- Consumer unit upgrades and fuse board replacements
- Full and partial property rewires
- Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
- Landlord safety certificates
- Electrical troubleshooting and fault finding
- Repairs to wiring, fittings, and sockets
- Loft and extension wiring
- Power and lighting for garden buildings (sheds, summerhouses, home offices)
- External lighting and security installations
- Hot tub electrical installation
All work is carried out to current UK regulations, with safety, compliance, and long-term performance as our top priorities.
Why Choose Tamworth Electricians in Shenstone?
As a trusted electrician in Shenstone, we combine technical know-how with a solid understanding of local property types—from charming period homes near the village centre to more recent housing estates. We approach every job with professionalism, reliability, and respect for your home and time. What makes us the preferred choice:
- NAPIT-registered, fully qualified, and fully insured
- Local knowledge with experience in Shenstone and nearby areas
- Transparent pricing and no-obligation quotes
- Flexible scheduling and prompt responses
- Certification for all landlord and compliance work
- Friendly, respectful, and tidy service on every visit
Whether you’re facing unexplained electrical faults, need a quick upgrade, or are embarking on a home improvement project, we’re here to deliver long-lasting, safe solutions.
Looking for a Professional Electrician for Homes and Businesses in Shenstone?
If you're searching for a professional electrician in Shenstone, Tamworth Electricians is ready to help. We offer honest advice, dependable service, and workmanship you can trust. Call us today on 01827 799 876 for a free, no-obligation quote or to arrange a visit. With Tamworth Electricians, you’ll receive trusted service and expert results—right here in Shenstone.
Always know what you are paying for!
Call me today on 01827 799 876 for a free, no obligation, quotation for your project. Your call matters to me, and I WILL respond.
Take Care When Selecting an Electrician!!
Many other electricians in the area are simply not interested in small electrical works. They want the choice jobs and will drop you like a hot potato when a bigger project comes along.
Others advertise for work as electricians despite having no qualifications. They thrive on the basis that you don't understand what they do and, as a result, overcharge for shoddy, often dangerous, work.
This of course is not limited to Tamworth, the same happens in other areas such as Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield and elsewhere in the surrounding area.
I set up Tamworth Electricians to fill a gap in the domestic sector. I want to provide you with a quality service that provides you with exactly what you need from an electrician.