Age Action Care & Repair Electrical Services

1. Full & Partial House Rewires

Thousands of older homes in Dublin (especially Victorian, Edwardian, and 1950s–1970s residences across East Wall, Clontarf, Phibsborough, Crumlin, Cabra, Donnycarney, and Rathmines) still rely on obsolete vulcanised Indian rubber (VIR) or lead-insulated wiring that has severely degraded.

Phased, Clean & Respectful Execution: We understand that having electricians in the home can feel overwhelming. Our team works cleanly and systematically, protecting carpets with heavy-duty sheeting, removing debris daily, and ensuring that heating, refrigeration, and essential lighting are always safely restored each evening.

2. Modern Consumer Unit (Fuseboard) Upgrades

Outdated wooden-backed rewireable fuse boxes with fuse wire pose an acute fire risk and fail to protect residents from dangerous electrical shocks. We replace obsolete boards with modern, non-combustible steel consumer units fitted with RCBOs (Residual Current Circuit Breakers with Overcurrent protection) and Surge Protection Devices (SPDs).

Instant Shock Protection: An RCBO trips within 30 milliseconds if an appliance or damaged wire is touched, preventing fatal electrocution and cutting power safely before a fire can ignite.

3. Socket Repairs, Replacements & Ergonomic Height Adjustments

Plugs located at traditional skirting-board height require seniors to bend, kneel, or overstretch — one of the leading triggers for domestic trips and falls.

• Raising Sockets: We relocate existing sockets to comfortable waist height (450mm–1200mm off the floor in accordance with Building Regulations Part M accessibility standards).
• Eliminating Extension Leads: We install extra double sockets in living rooms and bedrooms to eliminate hazardous multi-plug "octopus" adaptors and trailing cords.
• Repairing Faulty Sockets: Immediate replacement of buzzing, loose, cracked, or heat-discoloured sockets.
• Easy-Press Rocker Switches: Installing broad rocker switches and illuminated night switches that glow softly in darkness.

4. Fall Prevention & Pathway Lighting

Inadequate lighting is a major contributor to slips and falls among older people. We upgrade dim, shadowy areas with bright, glare-free, warm-spectrum LED lighting.

• High-lumen, flicker-free LED luminaires for stairs, landings, hallways, and kitchens.
• Automated motion-sensor (PIR) night lights that activate automatically when getting out of bed to guide a safe route to the bathroom.
• External security lighting and bright entrance lights for visibility when arriving home after dark.

5. Hardwired Interconnected Life Safety Alarms (I.S. 3218)

Battery-only smoke alarms frequently fail when batteries expire, and older residents cannot safely climb ladders to replace them. We install mains-powered, interconnected smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide detectors with 10-year sealed lithium backup batteries.

When one alarm detects danger, every alarm in the house sounds simultaneously, providing clear, loud warning throughout the residence.

6. Emergency Winter Repairs & Electric Heating Maintenance

Cold homes pose severe health risks for seniors. We provide priority diagnostic and repair response across Dublin for:

• Electric storage heater servicing, thermostat replacements, and efficiency controls.
• Immersion water heater switch and element replacements (dual-sink/bath controls).
• Power restoration after sudden fuse trips or storm damage.