Extension Lead and Cable Safety

Thanks for Louise's great work - very happy!

Matt - Queens Road

I have used Bright Sparks for two jobs and have been delighted with the quality of the work carried out. Karen is very knowledgeable in her subject and her staff are very well trained , courteous and hard working. I would highly recommend the company without hesitation.

Linda R, Crowborough

I had a number of light fittings that weren't working and, on a recommendation from a friend, called Bright Spark. Karen called in to evaluate and price the work the same day and sent one of her colleagues, to carry it out before the end of the week. It was a very impressive response and the work was done to an excellent standard. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Bright Spark, and it's reassuring to know such a reliable firm exists the next time I need an electrician.

Philip, Seal

My external security lights had failed and because they were over 20 years old, several electricians felt unable to help me. I then asked Karen from Bright Sparks to get involved. She promptly surveyed the problem, gave me a competitive quote and as soon as I accepted it, gave me a firm date for the work to be undertaken. Her electricians arrived on the due date, were very friendly and tidy and worked in difficult places without problem. I definitely intend to use Bright Sparks again.

John, Pembury

I had an emergency situation arising from a constantly tripping appliance. A call to Bright Sparks, who have helped me before, led me to their website’s ‘Knowledge Centre’ and although I’ve used similar help sites before this was excellent – clear, well laid out, and logically organised – and as someone with zero electrical knowledge I managed to find the fault myself! I followed up the situation on the phone and got more advice. Really impressed by the Bright Sparks service and will continue to use them and their Knowledge Centre again in the future.

Dave, Tonbridge

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Cable And Lead Safety

When checking cables and leads look for the following:

Frayed and damaged cables and wires - make sure the outer covering of all power leads is in good condition and replace if necessary.

Being badly positioned - they shouldn't be anywhere that they could be tripped over, or near water, cookers or other sources of heat.

Cables running under rugs or carpets where they can wear through without anyone noticing - position them elsewhere.

Keep cables tidy and try not to bunch cables together, this can cause excessive heat.

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