HouseOhm provides independent, general information for UK homeowners about home electrics, electrical safety, costs, smart-home technology, EV charging, solar and battery storage.
Our aim is to make these subjects easier to understand and help homeowners make more informed decisions. However, information published on HouseOhm should not be treated as a substitute for an inspection, assessment, quotation or professional advice relating to your individual property or electrical installation.
Electrical safety
Electricity can cause serious injury, electric shock, fire and damage to property.
HouseOhm does not encourage readers to undertake electrical work for which they are not competent. Articles may explain how electrical systems work, describe common problems or identify warning signs, but this should not be interpreted as an instruction to dismantle, test, alter or work on electrical installations yourself.
Electrical installations and faults can differ considerably between properties. Where inspection, testing, diagnosis, installation or repair is required, you should use a suitably competent person and ensure the work complies with the requirements applicable to it.
If you believe there is an immediate risk of electric shock, fire or serious electrical danger, stop using the affected equipment where it is safe to do so and seek appropriate professional or emergency assistance.
Accuracy of information
We take reasonable care to research our guides and aim to use reliable and authoritative sources where appropriate.
However, electrical regulations, industry guidance, product specifications, energy tariffs, government schemes, prices and other information can change.
Publication dates and updated dates should therefore be considered when reading time-sensitive information. We cannot guarantee that every piece of information will remain current indefinitely.
Prices and cost guides
Prices shown on HouseOhm are intended as general guidance unless clearly stated otherwise.
Actual costs can vary significantly depending on location, property type, specification, access, existing installation condition, labour rates, materials and the contractor carrying out the work.
Cost examples should not be treated as quotations or guarantees of the price you will pay.
Products, manufacturers and third parties
References to particular products, manufacturers, installers, energy suppliers or other third parties do not constitute a guarantee that they are suitable for your individual circumstances.
Always consider your own requirements and obtain appropriate professional advice where necessary before making significant electrical or home-energy decisions.
Editorial approach
HouseOhm content is informed by practical electrical-industry experience and research from appropriate sources.
We aim to distinguish clearly between factual information, estimates, examples and opinion. Where we identify a material error or information that has become outdated, we aim to correct or update it.
Affiliate links and commercial relationships
Some HouseOhm pages may contain affiliate links or commercial partnerships. This means we may receive a commission if you purchase a product or service through certain links, at no additional cost to you.
Commercial relationships do not determine the conclusions of our editorial content. Where affiliate links or sponsored relationships are used, we aim to disclose them clearly.
Using HouseOhm
By using HouseOhm, you acknowledge that information on the website is provided for general informational purposes and that decisions concerning your property, electrical installation or equipment remain your responsibility.
Nothing on HouseOhm is intended to exclude or limit any responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable law.