Safety Assurance
Electrical Testing Services
Electrical testing is a critical process for ensuring the safety and efficiency of electrical systems in the home. At Optec Group, we provide professional testing for your electrical system to provide peace of mind. Home electrics are usually hidden behind plastered walls, or they are under the floor and out of sight.
Checking and testing is best completed by an experienced team who know what and where to inspect essential parts of the system. Trust us to test your system and diagnose faults where necessary.
Electrical Inspection
What Does Electrical Testing Include?
Initial Assessment
Conducting a comprehensive review of the electrical system’s layout, history, and any specific issues reported by the customer.
Visual Inspection
Performing a thorough visual inspection of the electrical installation to identify any obvious signs of damage, wear, or non-compliance with current electrical standards.
Testing Equipment
Specialised electrical testing equipment is used, such as multimeters, insulation resistance testers, and earth fault loop testers, to accurately assess the condition of circuits and wiring
Circuit Testing
Methodically testing individual circuits to measure key electrical parameters, such as voltage, current and resistance to ensure they operate within safe and expected ranges.
Fault Diagnosis
Identifying and diagnosing electrical faults, including short circuits, ground faults, overloads and wiring issues.
Safety Checks
Verifying the proper operation of safety devices, including circuit breakers, RCDs and surge protectors, to ensure they provide adequate protection against electrical hazards.
Compliance Verification
Ensuring the electrical system adheres to regulations, highlighting any areas of non-compliance that require attention.
Efficiency Evaluation
Assessing the electrical system for efficiency, identifying potential energy wastage and recommending improvements or upgrades to enhance energy conservation.
Detailed Reporting
Providing a comprehensive report detailing the findings of the inspection and testing, including identified faults, areas of concern, and recommendations for remedial actions or improvements.
Remedial Action
Offering to undertake any necessary repairs, replacements, or upgrades to rectify identified issues, restore electrical safety, and enhance system performance.
Circuit Overloading
Electrical Fault Finding Service
If you are having recurring issues with your home electrical system, our team can help diagnose the issue and provide solutions to remedy the faults.
Electrical faults can be caused by a multitude of factors. Some of the common causes include faulty wiring, inadequate insulation, overloading of circuits, damaged electrical appliances and environmental factors such as lightning strikes or flooding. Identifying the root cause of electrical faults is crucial for effective troubleshooting and preventing future occurrences.
Fault Detection
Fault Detection Service
Our electrical fault finding service is designed to quickly and accurately identify any issues with your electrical systems. Our team of engineers are equipped to identify any fault, whether it be minor or major.
We are able to pinpoint the root cause of the problem and provide you with a clear report outlining the issue, so you can have a complete understanding of the problem.
