Flickering Lights

[gromit]

Hi,

I have a worrying problem that has started happening in the last few weeks. I have noticed that all my downstairs lights dim very slightly when any appliances are used on any of the downstairs sockets (i.e Kettle, Hairdryer etc) I realise that on the same circuit this would be normal as a kettle would draw a large current and affect lights on the same circuit, but on a different circuit, this is a bit worrying.

I have not tried the kettle or hairdryer on any other ring main or observed it on any other lighting circuit.

Before I call in an electrician to test the circuits is there anything that might be worth checking such as an incorrectly secured wire in a ceiling rose / and or 13 amp socket.

The only work I have done recently (2 months ago) was to replace two new ceiling roses in downstairs rooms after decorating. All the lights work fine and I was careful identify all wiring by marking it beforehand with the appropriate tape etc.

Any help would be appreciated?

Thanks

 

[sparkythespark]

You dont say if its all the lights that flicker or just the ones you changed check for a loose connection on the ones you changed or monitor what is already switched on when they flicker check your fuse box for overheating. Hot fuses or brown marks on the fuse holders also are you sure an upstairs socket hasnt been added to the downstairs lighting circuit. It wouldnt be the first time. Good luck

 

[securespark]

I'd put it down to Wallace's extremely dodgy wiring. Have a woof in his ear about it.

 

[gromit]

I'd put it down to Wallace's extremely dodgy wiring. Have a woof in his ear about it.

It could of course be the curse of the Wire Rabbit!

Groan