Why Install Additional Sockets?

Why Install Additional Sockets? All Cwmbran homes either have unused sockets because they’re difficult to reach, or numerous extension leads being used that are both unsightly and a safety hazard. PG Electrics are going to share with you their knowledge and stress the importance of Additional Sockets in your homes. 

1. With the ability to plug devices in directly to a socket you’re eliminating the need for extension leads. You will also be able to power more devices easily and avoid having to crawl into spaces to find a spare socket. Convenience is number 1 as to Why Install Additional Sockets?
2.  By being able to lower the risk of electrical accidents through not overloading sockets, avoid overheating or even a fire and protecting against the potential of an electric shock. Safety is number 2 as to Why Install Additional Sockets?
3. You can keep the rooms in your Cwmbran home looking aesthetically pleasing. Rooms will look neater and tidier without the use of extension leads. Aesthetics is number 3 as to Why Install Additional Sockets?
4. Modern technology demands more power and with an increasing amount of these being used our gadgets and appliances need to be supported. Support for modern technology and appliances is number 4 as to Why Install Additional Sockets?
5. A Cwmbran home offering numerous double sockets housing USB ports would be considered as updated and futureproofed. This in turn will be an attractive selling point to those viewing should you be on the market. Cwmbran home value is number 5 as to Why Install Additional Sockets?

Building Regulations advice from PG Electrics

PG Electrics need you to know about Building Regulations in the UK when adding Additional Sockets. They cover the number of outlets required, their location and accessibility. 

The number of sockets each room in your Cwmbran home should be as follows:

• Kitchen - At least 4
• Utility Room - At least 4
• Main Bedrooms - At least 6
• Other Bedrooms  - At least 4
• Living Rooms/Dining Rooms - Sufficient for the number of appliances/gadgets used

The location of your sockets is also covered by Building Regulations. They shouldn’t be positioned any lower than 450mm above the floor. They should also be accessible for wheelchair users and positioned as such they’ll not cause a tripping hazard. 
Some Additional Sockets can be added to an existing circuit without certification. Provided they’re not in a kitchen or special location and the existing circuit must provide adequate protection. 

Types of Additional Sockets available for your Cwmbran homes

There are several types of Additional Sockets available for your Cwmbran homes. They all have different uses and PG Electrics can detail in brief some of the most commonly used to help you find the right ones for you. 

• Plug Socket – allows an electrical device to connect to an electrical circuit 
• USB Socket – is a wall socket that has one or more USB ports built into it 
• Shaver Socket – this outlet is for low power appliances like electric shavers/ toothbrushes
• TV Socket – or aerial socket is used to connect a television to an aerial using coaxial cable
• Phone Socket – connects a telephone line where your homes telephone wiring enters your Cwmbran home and is plugged into your landline
• Ethernet Socket – is a connection point to connect to a wired network
• Satellite Socket – receives signals from a satellite dish and connects to a television    
• Multimedia Socket – provides multiple connection points for audio and visual  

PG Electrics are your local Additional Sockets Electrician in Cwmbran. Call us now on 01633 453172.