What electrical fault finding actually involves

Fault finding is a process of elimination, not guesswork. Circuits are isolated and tested one at a time, insulation resistance is measured, and loads are separated to find whether the problem is a faulty appliance, damaged cabling or an overloaded circuit. That method is what stops a recurring trip from turning into a monthly call-out.

Our Johannesburg technicians carry the common spares for this type of work, which means many Soweto jobs are completed in a single visit instead of waiting on a return trip.

Common problems we see in Soweto

Earth leakage tripping repeatedly
A circuit that trips only under certain loads
Lights dimming or flickering under load
Burning smell or discoloured outlets

Our process

1Distribution board inspection and load review
2Circuit-by-circuit isolation and testing
3Insulation resistance and earth continuity measurement
4Fault correction and re-test
5Written summary of what was found and repaired

Who this service suits

Homes with recurring trips
Offices and shops with intermittent supply faults
Industrial premises with plant-related electrical problems