Every office has one, the beloved coffee machine that fuels early mornings, late nights and everything in between. But behind the caffeine buzz lurks a hidden electrical hazard and we’re not talking about the extra shot of espresso.

Overloaded circuits

Most coffee machines draw a surprising amount of power, especially commercial models. Add a toaster, kettle and microwave on the same circuit and you’ve got a recipe for tripped breakers or worse. That little “click” followed by a dark kitchen is your electrical system begging for mercy.

The plug problem

Extension leads are convenient, but they’re not built to handle multiple high-load appliances. Plugging a coffee machine into a cheap multi-socket adapter is like trying to run a marathon in flip-flops. It’ll work briefly, then fail spectacularly.

Simple fixes

A dedicated circuit for your kitchen appliances keeps the power stable and the staff happy. While you’re at it, it’s worth testing sockets, PAT-testing your equipment and checking your RCDs work properly.

Coffee keeps the team running but electricity keeps the coffee running. For a quick kitchen check or small works quote, contact JCE Contracting. We’ll make sure your office stays powered, safe and fully caffeinated.