The Benefits of Outdoor Electrical Sockets

We’re talking about electrical sockets - BUT not electrical sockets as you know them, safely secreted in a corner somewhere inside, but outdoors. Yes, outdoor sockets are important and worthy of discussion, because of course, we’re dealing with many factors. It’s important to keep your loved ones safe when using outdoor sockets so we’ll go through a few pointers from our electricians.

Stay Safe

Running extension cables through the garden from a kitchen window while using an indoor socket is extremely dangerous and we strongly advise against it. By installing an outdoor socket you’re giving yourself that extra bit of protection and an outdoor electrical source that will provide a whole host of benefits, such as mowing the lawn without worrying the cable will snap, cooking in the garden, on the patio or decking so you have everything close by and at hand, or for any handheld tools you may need to use from time to time for hedge-cutting, trimming of branches or wood chopping.

Weatherproof

As we know the weather in the UK can be a tad unpredictable, so as you can imagine your sockets need to be waterproof and immune to debris and dust collection. What you don’t want is dirt, dust and water collecting in your sockets so that when you switch them on and plug something in, you get a shock, one that could potentially kill you. You want a strong, durable socket that will give you the right level of power when you need it.

Socket Placement

When you install an outdoor socket it helps if it’s adjacent to an indoor one. How does this work? We suggest drilling through to the back of an already existing socket so that the new outdoor one will sit adjacent to it from the outside.

Expert Electricians

All of this may sound complicated or out of your depth, but don’t worry because you have us. Here at RML, we have a strong team of qualified professionals who are registered with a  government body and all come with the right of experience and knowledge.

Outdoor Electrical Socket Installation

So if you’re in need of outdoor electrical sockets, why not get in touch with us here at RML Electrical and our expert electricians can talk you through your choices, and make plans with you to visit your home and install some outdoor sockets. We’re always here to help and to do the jobs you’d rather not, especially when it comes to outdoor electrical sockets - something that requires a lot of careful work and attention so you have peace of mind. Contact us and let us know how we can help you.