Random Wiring and Switches

[AndySussex]

I've posted another question about fuse boxes but thought it best to ask this separately as it is a distinct issue..
I have a random light switch which doesn't switch anything on. Also I have a fair few wires around (going to a defunct burglar alarm box outside the house etc).
Would I be looking at silly money to get someone to kind of 'map out' my wiring and remove any redundant cables etc as I have no idea where to start!.

Thanks in advance

Andy

 

[riveralt]

Given this and you previous question - I would get an electrician in to complete a Periodic Inspection Report on your property. This should identify any wiring issues you have and clarify some of the points you raise. Get a few quotes.

 

[AndySussex]

Thanks Riveralt. I guessed I might need to...any rough rough estimates on the kind of dollar we're talking, just that my money is disappearing so fast at the moment!

 

[riveralt]

Thanks Riveralt. I guessed I might need to...any rough rough estimates on the kind of dollar we're talking, just that my money is disappearing so fast at the moment!

I base my quotes on the number of circuits in the house being inspected.
Expect to pay anything from £100 - £250. If done properly the inspection and test will take between four and six hours (dependent on number of circuits) - could be longer.
Get three quotes and make sure they offer the same level of service.

 

[OwainDIYer]

I have a random light switch which doesn't switch anything on.

On its own or one of a group of switches?

any 5A sockets around that might be intended for a table lamp?

 

[AndySussex]

Thanks. I'll get some quotes for that in the next week or so.

As for the switch, no there aren't any unattended plug sockets which would be affected by that switch, although I will have another look just in case.

Thanks