When Tide Electrical have carried out outdoor socket installation previously, there are a range of locations to consider. 

Benefits of an Outdoor socket installation: A guide for Goring homeowners.

Outdoor sockets come in handy in decking areas to plug in sophisticated mood setting lighting for gatherings as well as the garden shed to provide power for an electric fan. We do our best to cater to exactly where customers want outdoor sockets installed, we do need to consider safety guidelines such as making sure outlets are at least 30cm above ground level. This way any pooling water won’t make contact with the electrical elements and wiring within the outlet. If you’re in need of sockets outdoors at your home in Goring, Tide Electrical can get you outdoor space ready for upcoming Summer months.

How will outdoor socket installation benefit me?

Outdoor sockets come in handy for so many reasons. If you love a BBQ’s or electric woodfire ovens for pizza night, outdoor socket installation will provide a safe option to plug in and use your appliance. You won’t need to fish out the extension cord and have it hanging out of a window, tripping your guests up.

The garden shed has become a hot spot for starting gardening jobs and taking up hobbies which require power tools to be plugged in.

As outdoor entertainment is on the rise, homeowners are now considering outlets outdoors for lighting around pergolas and fencing.

A recent project on Goring Way involved outdoor socket installation in the front garage, close to the driveway. The customer had just purchased a “first car” for their teenage daughter and part of the deal was keeping the car clean. The outlet in the garage meant a pressure washer could be conveniently plugged in to wash the car.

How do I know if outdoor socket installation is safe?

Outdoor sockets must be IP 65 IP 66 rated to make sure they are water proof and protected against streams of water like form a garden hose pipe.

As NAPIT approved, the team can actually self certify on work which is under Part P of the Building Regulations, this actually includes outdoor socket installation. Homeowners in Goring can be certain that the highest level of safety and inclusion of RCD protection is included during installation. Additionally, homeowners will receive either a MEIWC (Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate) or EIC (Electrical Installation Certificate) to confirm work completed by a competent electrician.

Why work with Tide Electrical in Goring?

Tide Electrical is led and run by Alex and Joe. We’re a very local team which always helps when reaching customers and beating the traffic for prompt starts. We believe in tailoring projects to suit the customer as we know every property and project is different. Tide Electrical have a range of expertise and skill to cater for various electrical services, from outdoor socket installation to rewiring projects.

Give Tide Electrical a call to arrange a site survey to get outdoor socket installation projects moving.