Imagine this, an unexpected electrical issue arises in your building. It could be a fallout in the consumer unit or circuit breaker, or a breakdown of electrical appliances. For an industrial facility, it could mean a setback in production. For a multi-unit residential building, it could be disruptive for the people living inside.
In many instances, building occupants who have a certain level of electrical knowledge come forward for a “quick fix”. This is where we tell you that along with quick action, safety and compliance are essential too. This calls for a professional reactive maintenance service. While addressing the emergency support and corrective maintenance, DIY fixes are usually not as accountable as professional intervention.
Sheaworks Ltd brings its entourage of award-winning emergency electricians in London to handle reactive maintenance callouts with a proactive approach. Let’s explore the most common electrical issues that call for reactive electrical maintenance.
The Right Approaches to Reactive Maintenance
Electrical systems are complex and interconnected which means even a small issue can lead to large-scale disruptions if not addressed quickly. Reactive maintenance is a part of emergency electrical services that deals with sudden electrical faults, outages, accidents, and hazards that need immediate attention.
In contrast to preventive maintenance, reactive maintenance comes “without a plan” for prompt action. However, the oversimplified “fix it when it breaks” approach doesn’t work anymore for modern reactive maintenance services in London. When managed by experienced technicians of Sheaworks Ltd., we don’t just fix an issue; we supplement it with in-depth diagnosis and practising measures to prevent future failures, followed by an expert-led electrical installation condition report. It becomes a crucial part of your overall maintenance strategy.
Common Electrical Issues That Require Reactive Maintenance
The most essential role for reactive maintenance services is to “run to failure” and address any breakdowns with prompt restoration and bring them back to working condition. Minimising downtime and controlling hazards is also a part of the process. What’s it for? Let’s dive in and see:
Power Outages or Circuit Breaker Trips: Unexpected power outages could be caused by overloaded circuits, faulty wiring, or damaged equipment. If you don’t already have a properly scheduled preventive maintenance plan, it is best to rely on the next best thing – call out a professional reactive maintenance service provider to handle the issue.
Faults in the Ring Mains: A single break or loose connection in the ring mains can cause overloading, overheating, or even electrical fires. Tripping breakers, burning smells, and dead sockets are reasons enough to call out reactive maintenance for quick fault detection.
Sparks: If you experience any sparks in sockets, switches, or appliances, it can be due to short circuits, loose wiring, or overheating connections. If you don’t have the proper equipment to diagnose the issue, don’t go on to fix it based on a preconceived notion. Rely on a professional reactive maintenance provider to isolate the fault, test the circuits, and perform a more precise repair.
Electrical Shocks from Appliances: Not all electric shocks from appliances are caused by loose wiring. Some are caused by grounding issues, overloaded circuits and even faults in the appliance itself. Water ingress is also a common factor. Don’t delay; reactive maintenance is to know what’s wrong and prevent further shocks or electrocution hazards.
Importance of Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
At Sheaworks Ltd., we emphasise getting an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) even with our reactive maintenance services. It is now a legal obligation for landlords to have an updated Electrical Installation Condition Report in place and renew it every 5 years.
This is a valuable document that contains information about the electrical components of a building or industrial site. We bring you NICEIC-approved and highly qualified electricians in London to perform reactive maintenance services and complete EICR checks in the key classifications of C1, C2, C3 and FI and optimal recommendations.
FAQs About Reactive Maintenance and Electrical Faults
1.What’s the difference between preventive and reactive maintenance?
– Reactive maintenance involves fixing immediate breakdowns and bringing back a failed system, essentially something that’s already occurred. It is typically provided during an emergency or unexpected issue. Preventive maintenance is more predictable, scheduled maintenance designed to reduce the risk of problems from occurring in the first place.
2.How quickly can Sheaworks Ltd respond to a reactive maintenance request?
– We offer 24/7 emergency response. We typically respond to reactive maintenance callouts within 60 minutes of an initial call. In most cases, same-day fixes are possible.
3. Are reactive maintenance repairs covered by insurance?
– Many commercial and property insurance policies cover electrical repair costs caused by unexpected faults, though coverage terms vary. Always check your policy and maintain documentation from certified contractors like Sheaworks Ltd.