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HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL WIRING

Electrical wiring refers to insulated conductors used to carry electricity.

Electrical wiring can be done yourself at home but requires knowledge as one wrong connection can risk human lives. So getting wiring done from experienced licensed electrical operators is preferred.
Precautions to be taken while wiring

• Always use ISI branded electrical items
• Proper earthing should be done.
• Provide separate fuse for each power board.
• Switch boards location should be decided prior.
• Good quality wiring should be done.
• Licensed professional should be hired for wiring.

Earthing is very essential for household wiring. Earthing by pass the excess current flowing in circuit due to fluctuation and saves electrical goods and human life from short circuits. MCB is a magnetic tripping device which works during overloads or short circuits.

Devices required for household wiring

Cord ends female

• Cord end-male
• Lamp holder
• Voltage converter
• Outlet adapter

Tools required for wiring are a hammer, screwdrivers, a drill, wire stripper, linesman pliers, cutter pliers, cable splitter, voltage sensors, multimeters, fish tape and electrical tape.

Positioning of outlets should be kept in mind: kitchen would require more outlets and in bathroom care should be taken that switches are not close to bathtub or in contact with water.
Hazards leading to damage

Old wiring: electrical insulation may have worn out and switches get damaged. Houses with more than 40 years old wiring should be renovated.

• Non grounded or improper polarized plugs can lead to human loss.
• Wire gage insufficient for loads
• AFCI prevent fires
• Fuse or circuit breaker misuse
• Not enough branch circuits
• Failing aluminum wiring connections
• Excessive attic temperature
• No GFCI in bathrooms
• Damaged extension cords