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Checking wire direction from plug socket behind wall

Posted by R Taylor, on
How can I check if the wires behind the wall from a plug socket run up the wall? I am hanging a curtain rail directly above. Thanks

Darren Duke

Hi the safe way to find out how the wires run is to purchase a cable detector. You can get these from any good DIY store in the electrical section. You pass the detector across the wall and it will find the cable route for you. If your not sure tho post a good under the electrical section explain your concerns and I'm sure that a local tradesperson will be able to help you out for a small call out charge. Good Luck, Darren. Red Security.

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