Matson’s Electrical Blog
Power Cut or Tripped Switch? What to Check Before You Call an Electrician
Lost power at home? How to tell a power cut from a tripped switch, how to reset your consumer unit safely and when to call an electrician.
Farm Electrician in Lincolnshire: Winter Electrical Checks for Farms & Grain Stores
Winter electrical checks for Lincolnshire farms, grain stores and livestock buildings – and when to call a farm electrician.
House Rewire in Lincolnshire: Signs You Need One & What to Expect
The warning signs your Lincolnshire home needs rewiring, what a rewire involves, how long it takes and how to prepare.
How Much Does an EICR Cost in Lincolnshire? (2026 Prices)
EICRs in Lincolnshire from £180 + VAT. What affects the price, who needs one, how often, and what happens if your report fails.
Planning an Extension? Get Your Electrics Right From the Start
If you're planning an extension or major renovation this year, it's tempting to think about electrics last — after the walls are up and the layout is settled. In practice, getting an electrician involved early saves both money and headaches. Why...
EV Charger Installation in Skegness
With more Skegness residents switching to electric vehicles, and public chargepoints along the seafront often in high demand during the tourist season, a home charger removes the guesswork entirely — plug in overnight, leave with a full charge....
Garden & Outdoor Electrical Safety This Summer
Summer means more time outdoors — garden lighting, hot tubs, pond pumps, and power tools for that overdue fencing project. It also means more electrical equipment exposed to damp grass, rain, and general wear that indoor sockets never see. 1....
Thermal Imaging Surveys: Spotting Electrical Faults Before They Cause Downtime
Most electrical faults don't announce themselves. A loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a failing component can run hot for weeks before it causes a visible problem — and by the time it does, you're often looking at unplanned downtime...
Lincoln: Solar Panel Installation
Lincoln's mix of housing - from Victorian terraces near the city centre to newer developments in Birchwood and Skellingthorpe means solar suitability varies a lot from property to property. Here's what Lincoln homeowners should actually expect,...
The Benefits of Solar Panels for Lincolnshire Homes and Businesses
With energy prices still front of mind for most households, more Lincolnshire homeowners and businesses are asking the same question: is solar actually worth it? Here's a clear look at the real benefits, not just the sales pitch. 1. Lower...
PAT Testing in Louth: What Local Businesses Need to Know
If you run a shop, café, guesthouse, or stall at Louth's weekly market, the plug-in equipment you rely on every day — kettles, fridges, till systems, extension leads — falls under Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)...
Commercial Electrical Compliance in Skegness: A Guide for Local Businesses
Skegness's seasonal economy — guesthouses, arcades, cafés, and retail units along the seafront and town centre — relies on premises being safe, insured, and open for business. Electrical non-compliance can mean invalidated insurance, failed...
Power Cut or Electrical Fault in Boston? Here’s What To Do Next
A sudden power cut or a scary buzzing sound from your consumer unit is unsettling at the best of times — and worse at 9pm on a Sunday. Before you panic, here's what Boston homeowners and business owners should do, and when it's time to call an...
Electrical Emergency in Louth? Here’s What To Do Before We Arrive
A tripped fuse box or sudden loss of power is stressful, especially outside normal hours. Here's what to check before calling, and when to call immediately. First, check if it's just your propertyIf neighbours still have power, the fault is inside...
7 Signs You Need a Consumer Unit Upgrade in Louth
Louth has plenty of beautiful older homes — Georgian terraces, market-town cottages, converted farm buildings — and many still run on consumer units (fuse boxes) installed decades ago. If yours looks like it belongs in a museum, it might be putting...
House Rewiring Costs in Louth: A 2026 Homeowner’s Guide
Louth's market town charm comes with a catch for many homeowners: a lot of the housing stock is 80–100+ years old, and the electrics inside haven't always kept pace with the exterior's period features. Signs your Louth property needs rewiring:...
Smart Home & Security Lighting Upgrades for Louth Homes
Older Louth properties can still benefit from modern smart-home upgrades without a full rewire — most retrofit neatly onto existing circuits. Popular upgrades we install in Louth: Smart lighting — app or voice-controlled, dimmable, scheduled PIR...
EV Charger Installation in Woodhall Spa: Complete Cost & Grant Guide
Woodhall Spa's tree-lined streets and golf-course setting make it a popular spot for electric vehicle owners — but if you're relying on public chargers near the Kinema or the village centre, you already know the frustration of queuing. A home EV...