How do I check for electrical wires in walls?

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Use a quality cable detector.

Answered by Sarah, Electrical Safety Expert

A quality cable detector can help you to track buried cables before you start work and avoid the risk of an electric shock. If you dont have a detector a good tip is also to avoid any area horizontally or vertically from any switch or socket.

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