Plug wiring in Exeter
Professional plug wiring services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Electrical plug wired up correctly and safely. Right fuse fitted, proper connections, cable grip secure. Ready to plug in and use safely.
Don't Guess With Electrics
You've got an appliance with no plug attached. Or you cut the plug off for some reason and now you need to wire a new one on.
You remember something about blue neutral and brown live, but you're not 100% confident which way round they go. And what about that green and yellow earth wire - where does that go?
Get it wrong and you could damage the appliance, blow a fuse, or worse - create a fire hazard.
💡 Pro tip: The wiring sequence is: Brown (Live) to right, Blue (Neutral) to left, Green/Yellow (Earth) to top. But if you're not confident, don't guess - get it done properly.
Why Correct Wiring Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Wrongly Wired |
|---|---|
| Correct fuse for appliance | Wrong fuse, won't protect properly |
| Wires to right terminals | Short circuit risk |
| Cable grip holding securely | Wires can pull out |
| Earth connected properly | Potential shock hazard |
What I'll Do
🔧 The Wiring
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Inspect cable, confirm appliance rating |
| Wire | Connect to correct terminals with right fuse |
| Secure | Cable grip tight, case assembled properly |
📦 You're Left With
- Plug wired to current standards
- Right fuse for your appliance
- Safe to use immediately
- Peace of mind it's done right
Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| One plug wired | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Multiple appliances | 20-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Standard UK plug about £2-3 if I supply it.
What Gets Checked
✅ Cable condition - no damage or exposed wires
✅ Appliance rating - to select right fuse
✅ Correct terminals - live, neutral, earth
✅ Cable grip - holds cable securely
✅ Case assembly - properly closed and safe
Why Choose Us for Plug wiring in Exeter?
Wired to current safety standards
Correct fuse for the appliance
Cable grip properly secured
Tested before you use it
What to Expect
Step 1: Prepare The Cable
Strip back outer sheath to right length, prepare individual wires, check for any damage.
Step 2: Wire Correctly
Connect brown (live) to right, blue (neutral) to left, green/yellow (earth) to top. Fit correct fuse.
Step 3: Secure And Test
Tighten cable grip, assemble plug case properly, check connections are secure.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to wire your own plug? Here's how to do it safely:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Wire strippers (or sharp knife - careful!)
- Small screwdriver (usually flat head)
- New plug
- Correct fuse
⚡ UK plug wiring
The terminals:
- L (Live): Brown wire - right side
- N (Neutral): Blue wire - left side
- E (Earth): Green/Yellow wire - top
Memory trick: "BRown to Right"
🔌 Step by step
1. Prepare the cable
- Cut cable to length (if needed)
- Strip back outer sheath about 5cm
- Don't damage the colored wires inside
2. Prepare each wire
- Strip about 5mm of insulation from each wire
- Twist the copper strands together
- Make sure no stray strands
3. Connect the wires
- Loosen terminal screws
- Insert brown wire into L terminal (right)
- Insert blue wire into N terminal (left)
- Insert green/yellow into E terminal (top)
- Tighten screws firmly
- Check no copper showing outside terminals
4. Secure the cable
- Position cable grip over outer sheath (not individual wires!)
- Tighten cable grip screws
- Cable should not pull out
5. Fit the fuse
- 3A fuse: for appliances up to 700W (lamps, TV, etc.)
- 13A fuse: for appliances 700W-3000W (kettles, irons, etc.)
- Check appliance rating if unsure
6. Close the plug
- Make sure all wires are tucked in neatly
- No wires trapped when you close it
- Screw case together firmly
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Wires to wrong terminals - dangerous!
- Cable grip on wires instead of sheath - will pull out
- Too much exposed copper at terminals
- Wrong fuse for appliance
- Forgetting to connect earth wire
💡 Pro trick: Before closing the plug, give each wire a gentle tug to make sure it's secure in its terminal. If any pull out easily, they weren't tight enough.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
⚡ Not confident with electrics? Don't take chances. Wrongly wired plugs can damage expensive appliances or create fire hazards. £60 for peace of mind is worth it.
Multiple appliances? If you've got several that need plugs fitting, do them all in one visit. I'm already there with tools.
Imported appliances? Check the voltage rating. Most modern electronics work on 110-240V, but some older equipment is voltage-specific. Using wrong voltage will destroy it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't I just wire a plug myself?
Yes, it's legal to wire your own plug - it's not notifiable work. But if you're not confident or you've got an expensive appliance, having it done right is worth the peace of mind. Wrong wiring can damage the appliance or worse.
How do I know what fuse to use?
Depends on the appliance wattage. Most things up to 700W use 3A fuse, 700W-3000W use 13A. But I'll check your appliance rating and fit the right one. Using wrong fuse is dangerous.
What if the cable's too short or damaged?
I can fit an extension cable properly, but honestly if the original cable's damaged you're often better off getting the appliance checked by a proper electrician - might be issues internally.
My appliance came from abroad - can you wire a UK plug?
Yes - I'll cut off the foreign plug, fit a UK one, check the voltage rating. If it's 110V and you're trying to use it on 240V UK mains, you need a transformer - I'll tell you if that's the case.
Do you test it works after wiring?
I'll test the plug's wired correctly, but I won't test the actual appliance - that's beyond plug wiring. You'll need to test the appliance yourself once it's plugged in.
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