Electrical faults rarely happen at a convenient time. Maybe your RCD trips every time you switch on the kettle, or half your sockets stop working just as you’re about to charge your phone. Faults can leave you feeling stuck — especially when the cause isn’t obvious. That’s where our fault finding service comes in.
At Complete Maintenance Essex Ltd, we work across Romford and Essex, using proper test equipment and years of experience to track down faults and make your home safe again.
Common electrical faults we deal with
Tripping circuits – often a faulty appliance, water in fittings, or damaged wiring.
Flickering lights – usually from loose connections, worn dimmers, or old transformers.
Dead sockets – caused by broken outlets, faulty junction boxes, or tripped RCDs.
Buzzing or sparking – overheating connections inside switches, sockets, or fittings.
Partial power loss – a loose neutral, burnt cable, or broken link in the circuit.
Real jobs we’ve done locally
We see the same patterns again and again in Romford homes. Here are a few examples:
Chadwell Heath – loose neutral under the floor
A family had been without power to half their upstairs sockets for weeks. We tested the circuit and found the voltage dropping halfway along. After lifting a few floorboards, we uncovered a junction box with a loose neutral connection. The copper had overheated, leaving the insulation blackened. We cut back the damaged section, re-terminated the wires into a new maintenance-free junction box, and restored power.
Gidea Park – tripping RCD from water ingress
A homeowner’s RCD tripped every time it rained heavily. Testing narrowed the fault to the garden lighting circuit. When we opened one of the fittings, it was half full of water because the seal had failed. We replaced the fitting with an IP65-rated outdoor light and properly sealed the cable entry. Problem solved, and no more trips during downpours.
Hornchurch – flickering kitchen lights
The customer had a bank of downlights that flickered constantly. Initial checks showed the lamps themselves were fine. Further testing pointed to high resistance at the dimmer switch. We removed it and found the terminals loose and discoloured from heat. Installing a new LED-compatible dimmer cured the flicker instantly.
Harold Hill – burnt socket from overloading
A student house had a double socket that crackled when used. Testing showed excessive heat build-up. We found that two fan heaters and a tumble dryer had been plugged in through extensions, drawing more current than the socket could safely handle. The back of the outlet was charred. We replaced the socket, tested the circuit, and advised the landlord on spreading loads across more outlets.
Our step-by-step fault finding process
We don’t guess. We diagnose properly.
We ask about when the issue happens, what appliances are being used, and whether it’s constant or intermittent.
We look for clues: scorched outlets, buzzing sounds, melted insulation, or tripped breakers.
Insulation resistance testers, continuity testers, and RCD testers help pinpoint faults that aren’t visible.
Before carrying out any repair, we isolate the affected circuit at the consumer unit.
We fix or swap faulty wiring, sockets, switches, breakers, or fittings as needed.
Every repair is re-tested so you know the problem is gone and the circuit is safe.
We show you the cause of the fault and explain how to prevent it in future.
Simple faults can be fixed within an hour. More complex ones (like hidden junction box failures) may take longer, but we keep you updated.
Most faults can be repaired immediately. If specialist parts are needed, we’ll make things safe before arranging a return.
Not necessarily. Many faults are localised. We’ll only recommend rewiring if your wiring is outdated or unsafe.
Yes. We can provide written fault reports and test results, which are useful for landlords or if you’re selling your home.
We guarantee cover for Romford, Collier Row, Harold Hill, Gidea Park, Hornchurch, Elm Park, Chadwell Heath, and Rise Park.
If you’re just outside these areas, we may still be able to help — just give us a call and we’ll let you know if we can attend.
Yes. We are NICEIC registered. Work is tested and recorded, and we explain results in plain English.
Why choose us?
24/7 Solutions
We understand that emergencies don’t wait, so neither do we. Our team is on hand 24/7, ready to address your maintenance needs within hours.
No Hidden Costs
We believe in transparency, which is why we provide clear, competitive pricing with no hidden costs. You can enjoy great value for money when you come to us.
Experienced Team
The team at Complete Maintenance Essex Ltd are highly skilled and experienced in all maintenance fields, ensuring we can tackle any issue you have.
Contact Complete Maintenance Essex Ltd today for reliable, fast, and affordable 24/7 maintenance services. We’re ready to resolve any issue at any time.
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