Have you seen Green goo on electrics at your property in Bracknell? It can look quite alarming but with trusted and experienced electricians ready to investigate, we’ll have your electrics free of green goo in no time.
What is Green goo?
Green goo on electrics, also referred to as cable greening is a green liquid often found seeping out of outlets. The green goo is a product of decomposing PVC coating reacting with copper conductors.
Green goo on electrics is very typical of homes wired between the 60’s-80’s.
Green goo, what should I do?
Avoid touching the green goo on electrics and outlets at your home as the oozing green substance can trigger skin irritation. In some cases, the green goo can also increase the risk of a fire hazard as the substance is conductive.
If you notice green goo on electrics at your home in Bracknell, call Thames Valley Electricians immediately. We have the skills and safety precautions necessary to carefully investigate the substance and provide advice on next steps.
If you have noticed the green liquid, be extra careful if there are vulnerable individuals at the property such as children or even pets.
Risks associated with green goo on electrics
As mentioned, the green goo is a conductive substance so could potentially initiate an electric shock. Our advice is to refrain from touching the green goo and keep the area guarded from children and pets.
Cable insulation is great when it’s flexible and holds its shape, not so much when it turns brittle and breaks easily. PVC coating which forms cable insulation does in fact break down once the plasticiser seeps out. So green goo could in fact lead to short circuiting and circuit breakers tripping if cabling is faulty.
How is Green goo removed from electrics?
As the presence of green goo indicates an underlying issue, the most effective way to remove it. To prevent recurrence, we recommend conducting a full rewire. By doing so, all affected cabling or cabling with this particular old style of PVC outer coating should be removed.
Rather than leaving any old wiring which might look reasonable and intact, our expert advice would be to remove all existing wiring. This way you’ll be removing the root cause of the green goo and preventing future onset.
If you’ve noticed the green substance at your home, call Thames Valley Electricians immediately. As experience is on our side, we’ve seen it all, even green goo.
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