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Fault Finding & Diagnostics Liverpool

Expert electrical fault finding with advanced diagnostics and thermal imaging across Liverpool. We find the root cause, not just the symptom.

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Professional Electrical Fault Finding in Liverpool

From a simple fix to a full property rewire, Conaty&Co. handles every type of electrical fault finding across Liverpool and Merseyside. All work is carried out by NAPIT approved electricians to BS 7671 18th Edition wiring regulations with full certification and Part P compliance.

Intermittent Fault Diagnosis

Track down frustrating intermittent electrical problems with advanced testing.

Thermal Imaging Surveys

Identify hot spots, loose connections and overloaded circuits with thermal cameras.

RCD & Breaker Tripping

Diagnose why your RCD or circuit breaker keeps tripping and fix it properly.

Voltage & Earth Testing

Comprehensive earth bonding, insulation resistance and voltage drop testing.

Circuit Load Analysis

Identify overloaded circuits, poor distribution and capacity issues.

Underground Cable Faults

Locate faults in buried cables, garden electrics and outdoor circuits.

Smart Home Fault Diagnosis

Troubleshoot smart switches, home automation and connected device issues.

EICR Pre-Inspection

Pre-emptive testing before an official EICR to identify issues early.

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Part P Compliant

We Find the Root Cause, Not Just the Symptom

Every fault finding we carry out is thoroughly tested, inspected and certified. You receive the correct paperwork for insurance, mortgage applications, landlord compliance and property resale. Our work is backed by NAPIT registration and full public liability insurance.

NAPIT Part P registered and compliant
Full electrical certificates provided
18th Edition BS 7671 qualified electricians
DBS checked staff for your peace of mind
Local Liverpool team, rapid response times
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How It Works

A simple, transparent process from quote to completion

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Free Survey & Quote

We visit your property, assess the work and provide a clear, itemised quote with no hidden costs.

02

Schedule & Plan

We agree a convenient date, plan the work around your schedule and protect your property.

03

Professional Work

Our NAPIT approved electricians carry out the work to BS 7671 18th Edition standards.

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Test & Certify

Every job is fully tested, inspected and certified with NAPIT Part P compliance paperwork.

Ready for Your Fault Finding & Diagnostics?

Call us now for a free, no-obligation quote. We cover all of Liverpool and Merseyside including Formby, Ormskirk and surrounding areas.

Local Coverage

Trusted Electricians Across Liverpool & Merseyside

Electrical faults can be frustrating, dangerous and expensive if not diagnosed correctly. Our electrical fault finding service in Liverpool uses professional-grade equipment and systematic testing to locate the root cause quickly and accurately.

Intermittent faults are the most challenging. A circuit that trips occasionally, a light that flickers sometimes, or a socket that works intermittently — these require careful monitoring and advanced diagnostics. Our fault finding electricians in Liverpool do not guess.

We use thermal imaging cameras to detect hot spots invisible to the naked eye, cable locators to trace hidden wiring routes, and insulation resistance testers to identify deteriorating cables before they fail completely.

Electrician Liverpool

Local electricians covering all areas of Liverpool city centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Electrician Formby

Electrical services throughout Formby and the coast with rapid response times.

Electrician Ormskirk

Serving Ormskirk and West Lancashire with professional electrical work.

Electrician Merseyside

Covering the entire Merseyside region from Wirral to St Helens.

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Domestic Services

Household electrics for properties across Liverpool, Aigburth, Wavertree, Mossley Hill, Bootle and Crosby. All work Part P certified.

Commercial Services

Office, retail, warehouse and industrial electrical work for businesses in Liverpool city centre, Birkenhead, Wallasey, St Helens and Warrington.

New Build & Renovation

First and second fix electrics for new builds, extensions, loft conversions and renovations across Formby, Ormskirk, Huyton, Prescot and all of Merseyside.

Services by Property Type

Services for Homes & Businesses

Different properties need different electrical solutions. We tailor every service to your specific requirements.

RCD Tripping Diagnosis

Find out why your RCD keeps tripping and fix the underlying cause.

Flickering Light Diagnosis

Identify voltage issues, loose connections and dimmer compatibility problems.

Socket & Circuit Testing

Test every socket and circuit for faults, polarity and earth continuity.

Thermal Imaging Surveys

Detect hot spots in consumer units, connections and cables.

Intermittent Fault Tracking

Monitor circuits over time to catch intermittent and load-dependent faults.

Smart Home Troubleshooting

Diagnose issues with smart switches, hubs and connected devices.

Garden Electrics Testing

Test and locate faults in outdoor cables, lights and power supplies.

Pre-EICR Testing

Identify issues before your official EICR to avoid surprises.

Whether you need a domestic electrician in Liverpool for your home or a commercial electrical contractor in Merseyside for your business, Conaty&Co. has the expertise, qualifications and local knowledge to deliver. All work is NAPIT registered, Part P compliant and fully insured.

Our Approach

What to Expect From Your Fault Finding & Diagnostics

Electrical faults can be frustrating, dangerous and expensive if not diagnosed correctly. Our electrical fault finding service in Liverpool uses professional-grade equipment and systematic testing to locate the root cause quickly and accurately.

Intermittent faults are the most challenging. A circuit that trips occasionally, a light that flickers sometimes, or a socket that works intermittently — these require careful monitoring and advanced diagnostics. Our fault finding electricians in Liverpool do not guess.

We use thermal imaging cameras to detect hot spots invisible to the naked eye, cable locators to trace hidden wiring routes, and insulation resistance testers to identify deteriorating cables before they fail completely.

For RCD tripping faults in Liverpool, we test each circuit individually, check earth bonding, test appliances and analyse the electrical environment to find the exact cause of nuisance tripping.

Once the fault is identified, we explain the problem clearly, quote the repair work and fix it properly. All repairs are tested and certified to BS 7671 and Part P standards.

Fault finding in Victorian and Edwardian properties around Princes Park, Sefton Park and the Georgian Quarter presents unique challenges. Original wiring routes, mixed cable eras and unauthorised DIY additions mean faults can hide in unexpected places. Our systematic approach finds them every time.

For new homeowners in Wavertree, Fairfield and Anfield who have just moved in and are experiencing unexplained tripping or flickering lights, our pre-purchase fault finding service gives you the full picture of what you have bought — and what needs fixing before it becomes dangerous.

Commercial electrical fault finding in Speke, Garston and the docks area often involves industrial machinery, three-phase motors and high-load equipment. Our industrial electricians use power quality analysers, phase rotation testers and thermal imaging to diagnose complex commercial faults.

Many intermittent faults in older Liverpool properties are temperature or humidity dependent — they only appear on cold mornings or during damp weather. Our extended monitoring and logging equipment captures these elusive problems so we can fix them permanently rather than applying temporary patches.

If you are a landlord with multiple properties across Bootle, Crosby and Wallasey, we offer portfolio fault-finding services with consolidated reporting. This helps you identify whether the same fault type is recurring across your portfolio, indicating a systemic issue with your electrical contractor or installation age.

Fault Finding Types We Cover

From simple domestic jobs to complex commercial projects, we have the expertise and equipment to handle every type of electrical work safely and efficiently.

Why Choose Conaty&Co.?

NAPIT approved, fully insured, DBS checked, local Liverpool team with 5-star Google reviews and transparent pricing.

Full Compliance Guaranteed

  • BS 7671 18th Edition wiring regulations
  • Part P building regulation compliance
  • NAPIT registered contractor
  • Full electrical certificates provided
  • Public liability insurance
  • DBS checked electricians

Thermal Imaging Diagnostics

Hot spots in connections and cables are invisible until they fail. Our thermal imaging electrical surveys in Liverpool catch problems before they become dangerous.

Hot spot detectionConnection testingPreventive maintenanceCommercial surveys

RCD Tripping Solutions

RCDs that trip repeatedly are a sign of an underlying fault. Our RCD fault finding in Liverpool isolates the circuit and identifies whether the issue is wiring, an appliance or moisture.

Nuisance trippingCircuit isolationAppliance testingMoisture faults

Intermittent Fault Specialists

Intermittent electrical faults are the hardest to find. We use logging equipment and extended monitoring to catch intermittent electrical faults in Liverpool that only appear under specific conditions.

Load-dependent faultsLogging equipmentExtended monitoringSeasonal issues

Pre-Purchase Electrical Surveys

Buying a property? Our pre-purchase electrical surveys in Liverpool identify hidden faults before you commit, giving you negotiating power and peace of mind.

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Why Choose Conaty&Co

Trusted, qualified and local – the electrical contractor Liverpool relies on

NAPIT Approved

Fully NAPIT registered contractor meeting the highest industry standards.

OZEV Approved

Officially approved EV charger installer for home and workplace charging.

DBS Checked

All electricians are DBS checked for your safety and peace of mind.

18th Edition Qualified

All work carried out to the latest BS 7671 18th Edition wiring regulations.

Fully Insured

Complete public liability insurance for every job we undertake.

Clean, Tidy Work

We respect your property and always leave the workspace clean.

Clear Quotes

No hidden costs. Transparent pricing with detailed written quotes.

Local Liverpool Team

Based in Liverpool, serving all of Merseyside with local knowledge.

24/7 Emergency Call-outs

Round-the-clock emergency electrical services when you need us most.

Domestic & Commercial

Expertise across all property types from homes to large commercial sites.

What Our Customers Say

Genuine Google reviews from real customers across Liverpool

5.0(46 reviews)
5 days ago

“Great communication from start to finish, very helpful guys and I'm very happy with the work carried out.”

Conaty&Co. replied

Thank you Nicole. We're thrilled you were happy with the communication and the work carried out. We'll pass your kind words on to the team.

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Nicole Shiers

1 review

a week ago

“Quick reply from Adam and booked me in for the nearest date I was available. The other Adam arrived on time and did a good job. Nice manners and tidy worker. Wholeheartedly recommend this company.”

Conaty&Co. replied

Thank you, Ann, for the wonderful review. We're glad Adam could respond quickly and that our technician arrived on time and left the job tidy.

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Ann Norton

Local Guide · 15 reviews

a month ago

“Adam and his team undertook a rewire of my 5 bedroom house. Everything was delivered ahead of time (only 4.5 days for the full rewire) and was very competitively priced. The neighbours commented on how they had 4 people there from 7 till 7.”

Conaty&Co. replied

Thank you, Chris, for the fantastic review. We're delighted the full rewire was completed ahead of schedule and competitively priced.

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Chris Halsall

7 reviews

3 months ago

“Absolutely fantastic job by a consummate professional Ben. Really would recommend.”

Conaty&Co. replied

Thanks Chris, glad we could help!

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Chris Hindley

2 reviews

7 months ago

“Adam is very professional and quick to respond to my questions. The work was carried out quickly and efficiently and the relevant paperwork sent to me. I would highly recommend and have booked further work.”

Conaty&Co. replied

Thank you, Sarah! We appreciate your continued trust in Conaty&Co.

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Sarah Hattersley

2 reviews · 6 photos

2 months ago

“5-star service from the team at Conaty&Co. Professional, reliable and delivered exactly what was promised. Would definitely use again.”

Conaty&Co. replied

Thanks for the 5-star rating, Luke! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience.

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Luke Irwin

Fault Finding & Diagnostics FAQs

Common questions about fault finding & diagnostics in Liverpool

We use a systematic approach starting with visual inspection, followed by continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, RCD testing, voltage analysis and thermal imaging. This identifies the exact fault location and cause.
Common causes include neutral-to-earth faults, faulty appliances, moisture ingress, damaged cables, incorrect wiring and overloaded circuits. We test systematically to isolate the exact cause.
Yes, in most cases we can locate cable runs and connection points using cable locators, thermal imaging and circuit tracing equipment without destructive investigation.
Our fault finding service is charged at our standard hourly rate with a minimum of one hour. Most domestic faults are diagnosed within 1-2 hours. We quote any repair work separately before proceeding.
Yes, we use FLIR thermal imaging cameras to detect hot spots in consumer units, distribution boards, connections and cables. This is particularly useful for commercial properties and preventive maintenance.
Yes, we troubleshoot smart switches, dimmers, home automation hubs and connected device networks. We understand both the electrical and the smart technology aspects.
We have cable locators, signal generators and thermal imaging to trace cable routes and locate faults without unnecessary damage. If access is needed, we advise before cutting or chasing.
We cover all of Liverpool and Merseyside including Formby, Ormskirk, Bootle, Crosby, Huyton, Prescot, St Helens, Warrington, Birkenhead and Wallasey.
Thermal imaging uses infrared cameras to detect heat patterns invisible to the naked eye. Hot spots in connections, cables or consumer units indicate high resistance or overload before they cause failure or fire. It is a powerful preventive diagnostic tool.
Rain-related tripping usually indicates moisture ingress in outdoor electrics, damaged cable insulation, or water entering junction boxes, sockets or the consumer unit. We use insulation resistance testing and visual inspection to locate the moisture path and seal it properly.
Yes, we specialise in locating faults in electric underfloor heating systems using thermal imaging, resistance testing and cable tracing. We can identify broken heating elements, connection faults and thermostat issues.
An earth fault occurs when a live conductor touches an earthed surface or the earth wire. It is extremely dangerous because it can cause electric shock, fire and persistent RCD tripping. Our testing equipment locates earth faults quickly and safely.
Most domestic fault-finding jobs are completed within 1-3 hours. Complex intermittent faults or those requiring access behind walls may take longer. We charge by the hour and keep you informed throughout the process.
In many cases yes. We can test individual circuits while keeping essential power on. For safety-critical tests we may need to isolate specific circuits, but we work to keep your home or business operational wherever possible.
Yes, we provide a written report detailing the fault identified, the tests carried out, the repair completed and any recommendations for future improvements. This is useful for insurance, landlords and your own records.

Areas We Cover

Serving Liverpool, Formby, Ormskirk and all surrounding areas across Merseyside

Liverpool City Centre
Ropewalks
Baltic Triangle
Georgian Quarter
Knowledge Quarter
Waterfront
Toxteth
Edge Hill
Kensington
Wavertree
Aigburth
Sefton Park
Mossley Hill
Allerton
Childwall
Woolton
Anfield
Walton
Bootle
Crosby
Formby
Ormskirk
Huyton
Prescot
Birkenhead
Wallasey
Bebington
Widnes
Runcorn
St Helens
Warrington

Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call on 0151 374 1088

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  • Liverpool, Merseyside, UK
  • Company No: 15476105
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