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EV Charger Installation

What to Check Before Installing an EV Charger at Home

9th February 2026

Installing an electric vehicle charger at home is a practical and convenient upgrade, but before installation takes place, there are a few important checks that...

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Why Lights Flicker or Circuits Trip in Older Homes

30th January 2026

Flickering lights and tripping circuits are common issues in older homes. Many homeowners assume these problems are just part of living in an ageing property,...

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Consumer Unit Upgrades

Why Commercial Electrical Systems Fail, and How Regular Inspections Prevent It

26th January 2026

Electrical failures in commercial buildings are rarely sudden or unpredictable. In most cases, problems develop gradually due to increased electrical demand, ageing infrastructure, or changes...

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Electrician Carrying out commercial EICR

What Happens If Your Home Fails an EICR, and What Usually Doesn’t

19th January 2026

Receiving an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) that does not pass can be worrying for homeowners. Many people immediately assume it means major work, significant...

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Full Rewire

Do You Always Need a Full Rewire, or Can an Electrical System Be Upgraded?

12th January 2026

Many homeowners assume that electrical problems or older wiring automatically mean a full rewire is required. In reality, that isn’t always the case. Modern electrical...

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EICR Plymouth

When Electrical Fault Finding Is Needed, and When It Isn’t

5th January 2026

Electrical fault finding plays an important role in diagnosing problems within a home, but it isn’t required for every type of electrical work. Understanding when...

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Rewiring

Do You Need a Rewire? 7 Warning Signs Your Electrical Installation May Be Outdated

27th December 2025

Many homeowners and landlords worry that an older property automatically means a full electrical rewire is required. In reality, this is not always the case....

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Overloading Circuits

Benefits of Planned Preventative Electrical Maintenance (PPM) for Businesses

19th December 2025

Electrical systems in commercial buildings are often taken for granted until something stops working. A sudden power failure, repeated tripping, or faulty lighting can disrupt...

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Emergency exit light

How Regular Emergency Light Testing Keeps Your Business Compliant

5th December 2025

When running a busy commercial premises, it is easy to overlook emergency lighting until something goes wrong. Many businesses in Plymouth assume their systems will...

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Why Every Business Needs a Commercial EICR

2nd December 2025

Most business owners focus on day to day operations, staff, budgets, and customers, but electrical safety is often overlooked until something goes wrong. A flickering...

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Eletrical Safety - Sockets Overloaded

Top Electrical Safety Tips Every Home and Business Should Know

24th November 2025

Many people assume electrical problems are easy to spot, but most hazards develop quietly over time. A cable slowly deteriorating behind a wall, a socket...

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Test

Understanding Your EICR Report: What the Codes Really Mean

17th November 2025

Not long ago, a landlord in Plymouth contacted us after receiving an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) full of unfamiliar codes and comments. They weren’t...

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Services

If you’re a private homeowner or landlord looking for a domestic electrician near me, Ocean City Electrical can help. From our offices in Plymouth, we offer a comprehensive range of domestic electrical services including installations, fault finding and repairs. Our domestic electrical services include:

Home Lighting Installation

Home Lighting Installation

Looking to enhance your home with new and improved lighting? Or are you looking to save on energy bills? Whatever your reason, our team of professional electricians are experienced in all elements of house lighting design and installation.

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Electrical Rewiring

Electrical Rewiring

At Ocean City Electrical, our team of professional electricians come highly trained with the skills and expertise they require to handle every part of the electrical rewiring process. We’ll work with you every step of the way to ensure minimal disruption.

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Consumer Unit Upgrades

Consumer Unit Upgrades

At Ocean City Electrical, we install high-quality 18th edition consumer units. Our highly skilled electricians boast decades of combined experience installing and maintaining consumer units and will strive to complete your installation to the highest possible standard.

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EICR Reports for Domestic Properties

EICR Reports for Domestic Properties

An EICR determines whether or not the electrical system within your home is up to date and safe to use. If you own your home, it is recommended you receive a valid EICR from a registered electrician to ensure you, your home and your family aren’t at risk.

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Electrical Fault Finding

Electrical Fault Finding

If you have an issue with your lighting circuits or consumer unit, Ocean City Electrical can help. Our team of experienced electricians can identify and diagnose all kinds of electrical faults, and resolve the issue with efficiency and professionalism.

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