I had a problem with a plug socket where the socket wouldn't turn off so I replaced with another that I got from Screwfix and now a week later we have the same issue? The socket only gets used about twice a day max… The original socket was about 20 years old.
Seems odd/coincidental that 2 sockets have the same issue?
Regards
Liam
Best Answer
It must be a coincidence, I'd take the faulty socket back to Screwfix and get a replacement.
After removing the socket and disconnecting it from any wiring, you could test the switch with a continuity tester.
The only alternative explanations would be quite complicated. Even an overload is unlikely to produce the exact same symptoms in a new and a 20-year old socket. Anything that welds contacts together ought to trip a breaker, make a noise, a smell and leave visible evidence.