Outdoor Electrics in Autumn: Keeping Your Garden Safe and Powered

Whether it’s powering the garage, lighting the driveway, or running sockets for garden tools, autumn is the time to make sure everything is safe, efficient, and ready for the months ahead.

At RW Electrics Ltd, we help Shrewsbury homeowners keep their outdoor electrics in top shape. Here’s what to look out for as the nights draw in.

Damp and Outdoor Sockets Don’t Mix

Autumn weather means moisture everywhere - and water is no friend to electrics. If your outdoor sockets, lights, or cabling aren’t properly protected, you could be at risk of shocks, tripping circuits, or damaged equipment.

Modern IP-rated weatherproof sockets and properly installed outdoor wiring keep everything safe and dry, no matter what the weather throws at it.

Security Lighting for Darker Nights

As daylight hours shorten, a little extra lighting goes a long way. Motion-sensor security lights or LED floodlights make your garden safer to navigate while doubling up as a deterrent for unwanted visitors.

Shrewsbury homeowners are increasingly upgrading to low-energy LED lighting that’s bright, reliable, and inexpensive to run - perfect for long, dark evenings.

Garages, Workshops & Sheds

Your outdoor spaces often become busier in autumn. From getting the lawnmower stored away to firing up heaters in a workshop or plugging in tools in the garage, outdoor circuits are under more pressure.

A quick check and upgrade of your wiring, sockets, and lighting helps avoid overloaded circuits and keeps everything safe for year-round use.

Safety First with RCD Protection

One of the biggest issues we see is outdoor electrics running without proper RCD protection. This simple but vital safety feature drastically reduces the risk of electric shock - especially important in damp environments like gardens, garages, and outbuildings.

If your fuse board doesn’t provide RCD protection to your outdoor circuits, it’s worth considering an upgrade before winter arrives.

Why Autumn is the Perfect Time

• Shorter days highlight where outdoor lighting could be improved.
• Damp weather makes faults more noticeable - best to fix them before winter sets in.
• It’s easier to get outdoor electrical work done before the worst of the weather arrives.

Why Choose RW Electrics Ltd in Shrewsbury?

From installing weatherproof sockets to upgrading fuse boards for outdoor safety, we’ve helped homeowners across Shrewsbury, Bayston Hill, Pontesbury and beyond.

With RW Electrics Ltd, you’ll always get:

• Honest, practical advice
• Safe, compliant installation
• Neat, reliable workmanship every time
• Local electricians who understand the quirks of Shropshire homes

Get Your Outdoor Electrics Autumn-Ready

Don’t risk damp weather causing electrical problems in your garden, garage, or workshop. A little attention now means safety, convenience, and peace of mind all winter long.

Call Ray today for a free, no-obligation inspection of your outdoor electrics in Shrewsbury.