Electrical fault finding in Bournemouth
When tripping circuits or power failures disrupt your Bournemouth home, MX2 Electrical provides methodical electrical fault finding and repairs to locate and resolve the issue. NAPIT registered electricians test and isolate wiring problems across Victorian conversions, purpose built flats and family homes throughout West Cliff, Boscombe and Southbourne.
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- 2 years trading
Electrical Fault Finding Rates
Diagnostic work is priced on an hourly labour rate covering instrument testing, circuit isolation, and tracing on the visit.
From £70 an hour
from £70 an hour
Included when agreed
- Tracing of trips, dead circuits, flickering lights and burning smells
- Testing of the affected circuit and nearby circuits where that helps
- A repair on the visit when parts and time allow
- A written price for work that needs a return visit
- Making the circuit safe before we leave
Ways to pay
- Pay by bank
- Bank transfer
- The hourly rate covers testing and fault identification time on site.
- Replacement accessories, cabling, and specialist materials are quoted separately before installation.
- Complex faults requiring return visits receive an itemised quote for the remedial work.
- Current labour rate: £70 per hour.
- Materials, specialist equipment and larger project work are confirmed separately before they go ahead.
Electrical fault finding across Bournemouth
We serve Bournemouth from our base in Poole.
What happens on the day
Every fault finding visit follows a structured testing sequence to identify the origin of the breakdown safely before any physical repairs begin.
- Arrival and symptom reviewWe walk through the property to discuss what happened when the failure took place. The affected circuit is safely isolated at the board so the rest of the electrical installation can remain live.
- Systematic instrument testingUsing calibrated test instruments, we check insulation resistance, earth continuity, and loop impedance along the cable run and accessories to locate broken conductors or failing components.
- Immediate repair or detailed quoteIf the issue is caused by a damaged socket, loose termination, or failing accessory and time permits, we repair it immediately. If complex replacement work is required, we leave the circuit safe and issue a written quote.
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Why choose MX2 Electrical
You see the price before you call
Starting prices for the common jobs are published on this site, not held back until someone visits.
Registered work, certificated properly
MX2 Electrical is NAPIT registered, and notifiable work is notified through that registration.
The fault gets found before the repair gets priced
Testing establishes what is actually wrong rather than replacing parts in sequence.
- Reviews
- 101
- Rating
- 4.9
- Trading since
- 2024
“With over 20 years in the trade behind us, we are a fully qualified, NAPIT registered team covering Poole and the Dorset area, domestic and commercial. We turn up when we say we will, explain what needs doing before we do it, and leave the place as we found it.”
Mohsen Nazari, MX2 Electrical
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WhatsAppCan most electrical faults be found during the first visit?
Many common problems, including damaged wall sockets, blown switches, failed light fittings, or faulty consumer unit breakers, can be identified during the initial hour of testing. Concealed wiring issues within walls or under floors may require further methodical tracing.
What happens if the repair cannot be completed on the same day?
If replacement components are not immediately to hand or if extensive wiring repairs are needed, we ensure the faulty circuit is isolated safely so the remainder of your home or premises has working power. You will receive a written quote for the required remedial work before any further action is taken.
Do you trace electrical faults in commercial buildings?
Yes. MX2 Electrical works across residential dwellings, retail shops, commercial offices, and industrial units, diagnosing single-phase and three-phase electrical faults across distribution boards and equipment.
Are your electricians fully accredited?
MX2 Electrical is registered with NAPIT and TrustMark, and all work conforms strictly to British standard wiring regulations. We hold two million pounds of public liability insurance.
Why is my fuse box tripping and refusing to reset?
When a circuit breaker or RCD immediately drops back down upon resetting, it indicates a permanent short circuit, earth leakage fault, or an overloaded circuit. Forcing the switch can cause damage. We recommend leaving the breaker off until calibrated testing identifies the cause.