Matson’s Electrical Blog
How to Prepare Your Home Electrics for the Hot Lincolnshire Summer 2026
As May brings warmer days and the promise of a hot Lincolnshire summer, your home’s electrical system will work harder than ever. Air conditioning, fans, outdoor lighting, and EV chargers all increase demand. At Matson Electrical Services Ltd,...
Electrical Safety Tips for Using Fans & Air Conditioning in Lincolnshire Homes
With temperatures rising across Lincolnshire, many residents in Woodhall Spa, Boston, and Skegness are reaching for fans and air conditioning. While great for comfort, these appliances can strain your electrics if not installed or used correctly....
Why You Should Book an EICR Before the Hot Weather Arrives in Lincolnshire
With Met Office forecasts suggesting a hot May and summer ahead, now is the perfect time to book your Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). What is an EICR and Why Does It Matter in Hot Weather? An EICR is a thorough check of your...
EV Charger Installations: Get Ready for Summer Driving in Lincolnshire
With warmer weather encouraging more road trips across Lincolnshire, demand for home EV chargers is rising. Installing yours now avoids the summer rush. Why Install an EV Charger Before Summer? Longer days and better weather mean more electric...
Spring Electrical Safety Checklist: Why Lincolnshire Homeowners Need an EICR After Winter
As spring blooms across Lincolnshire, it’s the perfect time to check your home’s electrics after the stresses of winter. With over 19,300 accidental domestic electrical fires happening in the UK each year, many issues only become obvious when the...
Is Your Home Ready for an EV Charger? Spring 2026 Installation Guide for Lincolnshire Drivers
With more Lincolnshire residents switching to electric vehicles and new council chargepoints rolling out across the county, home charging has never been more popular or convenient. April 2026 is an excellent time to install a dedicated EV charger...
Preparing Your Garden Electrics for Spring: Safe Outdoor Lighting & Power in Lincolnshire
April sunshine means it’s time to enjoy your outdoor space again. Whether you’re planning new garden lighting, powering a shed office, or installing sockets for summer barbecues, safe electrical work is essential. Matson Electrical Services Ltd has...
Why Every Landlord in Lincolnshire Needs an Up-to-Date EICR in 2026
With the private rented sector regulations firmly in place, landlords across Lincolnshire must ensure their properties meet strict electrical safety standards. An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is no longer optional — it’s a legal...
Spring Electrical Safety Checklist: Prepare Your Lincolnshire Home for the Season Ahead
As April brings longer days and warmer weather to Lincolnshire, many homeowners in Woodhall Spa, Boston, Spalding, and beyond start their annual spring clean. While decluttering and freshening up your property feels rewarding, it’s also the perfect...
Why Every Landlord in Lincolnshire Needs an Up-to-Date EICR in 2026
As a landlord in Woodhall Spa, Boston, Grimsby or anywhere in Lincolnshire, keeping your rental properties electrically safe isn’t optional – it’s the law. An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is the gold-standard way to prove your...
Common Electrical Problems That Appear in Spring – And How to Spot Them Early
March and April often reveal issues that have been quietly developing over winter. Flickering lights, tripping circuits and damp-affected outdoor electrics are all more noticeable as we start using our homes and gardens again. Here are the most...
Flickering Lights? Time for a Fuse Board Upgrade in Lincolnshire
Flickering lights in your home can be more than just an annoyance – they often signal underlying electrical issues that demand attention. In Lincolnshire homes, from the peaceful streets of Woodhall Spa to bustling areas like Sleaford, Boston,...
Spring Electrical Safety Checklist for Lincolnshire Homes – Don’t Let the Season Catch You Out!
Spring has arrived in Lincolnshire – longer days, garden tidy-ups, and more time spent outdoors. But with the change in season comes increased electrical risks: damp from March showers, garden tools coming out of storage, and outdoor lighting being...
EICR in Lincolnshire: What It Is and Why You Need One in 2026
In the ever-evolving landscape of home and business safety, understanding the role of an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) has never been more crucial, especially as we navigate 2026. For residents and property owners across...
Outdated Fuse Boards in Lincolnshire: Why Upgrade Your Consumer Unit Now
In many Lincolnshire homes, from charming period properties in Woodhall Spa and Sleaford to family houses in Boston, Lincoln, and coastal bungalows near Skegness, the humble fuse board (or consumer unit) often goes unnoticed—until something goes...
Why Landlords Need an EICR in Lincolnshire: A Complete Guide
As a landlord in Lincolnshire, ensuring the safety of your rental properties is not just good practice—it's a legal obligation. With properties ranging from cosy cottages in Woodhall Spa and family homes in Sleaford to flats in Boston, Lincoln, or...
Explain the EICR coding system
The EICR coding system is a standardised method used in Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) across the UK to classify observations and defects found during electrical inspections. It follows guidance from BS 7671 (the IET Wiring...
EICR in Lincolnshire: Essential Guide for Commercial Properties
In today's fast-paced business environment across Lincolnshire, maintaining electrical safety in commercial premises is more important than ever. From bustling shops in Boston and Spalding to offices in Lincoln and industrial units near Grimsby,...
