05/07/2024
We've received alot of messages over the last month questioning outdoor plug sockets.
Now the weather is brightening up alot of people are using their outside areas more. If you are planning to use electrical equipment outdoors such as lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, or even a lazy spa then a external plug socket can make life easier and safer!
Our customers have had a lot of questions about RCD'S. Here is a brief description from the B&Q website which you might find helpful...
RCD - a life saver A residual current device (commonly known as an RCD) is a fast-acting, safety trip switch that reduces the risk of a fatal electric shock. It does this by cutting off the power within a split second as soon as it detects an earth leakage fault. If you use any portable electrical appliances outdoors, they must be protected by a 30mA RCD. The latest IEE Wiring Regulations also state that a new socket - indoors or out - can only be wired into an RCD-protected circuit. And if you use an existing indoor socket to power appliances outdoors and it doesn't have RCD protection, you'll have to use a plug-in RCD.
Any questions please feel free to get in touch on 07807 797879
