Plug replacement in Exmouth
Looking for professional plug replacement help in Exmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable misc services across Exmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exmouth
Damaged or missing plug replaced with proper wiring and the correct fuse. Quick job that makes your appliance safe to use again - beats buying a whole new one.
### Don't Bodge Your Electrics
Cracked plug? Loose connection? Someone cut the cable and now you need a new plug fitted? **This is one of those jobs worth doing properly** - dodgy plugs cause fires.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** If a plug's getting hot during normal use, it needs replacing immediately. That's a sign of loose connections arcing inside - genuine fire risk.
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### Why Proper Wiring Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Bodged | |--------------|-----------| | Correct terminals, tight connections | Wires in wrong holes | | Right fuse for the appliance | 13A fuse in everything | | Cable strain relief fitted | Cable pulling on terminals | | Safe to use for years | Waiting to cause problems |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Check** | Identify appliance power requirements | | **Wire** | Connect cables to correct terminals | | **Test** | Make sure it's safe and working |
**📦 You're Left With** - Properly wired plug - Correct fuse fitted - Safe appliance again - Job done in minutes
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### Pricing Guide
| Scenario | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |----------|----------------|------------| | Single plug replacement | 15-20 mins | **£60** | | Multiple plugs same visit | 20-30 mins | **£60** | | Plus test appliance | 30 mins | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). If you've got several appliances needing plugs, do them all in one visit.*
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### Common Reasons For Replacement
✅ **Cracked or damaged casing** - plastic broken from drop or impact
✅ **Burn marks** - sign of loose connection arcing
✅ **Cut off** - cable shortened, needs new plug
✅ **Loose pins** - won't stay in socket properly
Why Choose Us for Plug replacement in Exmouth?
Proper safe wiring - no dodgy connections
Right fuse fitted for the appliance
Quick job - sorted in minutes
Cheaper than new appliance
What to Expect
### Step 1: Check the Appliance I'll look at what it is and check what fuse rating it needs. Different appliances need different fuses - that's important. ### Step 2: Wire It Properly Strip the cable, connect brown (live), blue (neutral), and green/yellow (earth) to the correct terminals. Tighten everything securely. ### Step 3: Fit Correct Fuse and Test Put in the right fuse for your appliance, check the cable grip is holding properly, test it works.
Our Exmouth Service Coverage
We cover Exmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Exmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Fuse guide:** Lamps, TVs, computers = 3A. Kettles, toasters, hoovers = 13A. If unsure, check the appliance rating plate. **Multiple appliances?** If you've got several things needing new plugs, batch them together - more efficient than separate visits for each one. **Old appliance worth fixing?** Sometimes the appliance itself is knackered and not worth a new plug. I'll be honest if that's the case - no point throwing good money after bad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Plug replacement in Exmouth
Why would I need a plug replaced?
Damaged casing from being dropped, cracked plastic, loose pins, burn marks from arcing - any of those mean the plug needs replacing. Or if someone's cut the plug off to squeeze a cable through a gap and now it needs a new one fitted.
Can you fit the right fuse?
Yes - I'll check what the appliance needs and fit the correct fuse. Most things need 3A or 13A depending on power draw. Wrong fuse is either unsafe or won't work, so getting it right matters.
Do I need to provide the new plug?
I'll bring a standard 13A plug with me. If you want a specific type (like angled plug for tight spaces), just let me know and I'll grab one.
How long does it take?
Literally 15-20 minutes. Strip the cable, connect brown to live, blue to neutral, green/yellow to earth, tighten everything up, fit the right fuse, job done.
Is it safe to DIY or should I get you to do it?
It's not a notifiable job, so legally you can do it yourself. But if you're not confident with wiring, better to get it done properly - wrongly wired plugs are a fire risk.
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* Same rates for all locations in our service area
Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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