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22 Feb

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Angus M

Start Date: Immediate

12 - 16 solar panels and 10-12kw battery are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are looking to have the solar panels on: p...

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14 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Joe F

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Solar Electrical Storage System Quote requested on Solar electrical storage system, to be supplied and fitted.

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11 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Joe F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

pass: 4 - call back anytime. roof faces: south type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 4 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested ...

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05 Jun

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Paul M

Start Date: Immediate

PAT Testing on mainly table lamps, around 10 items.

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11 Feb

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Iain H

Start Date: Less than one month

solar panels with battery storage are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have: ...

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22 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Chantelle H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. ms lives in the oban area. solar panels roof space available not sure on what kw they want so please call to discuss their options for solar pv....

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19 Nov

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: John G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

eicr, epc and pat testing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what aspect of survey are you looking for: whole house time scale: 1-3 months please call to a...

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04 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Louise M

Start Date: Immediate

installation of a cooker on friday are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: no pleas...

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09 May

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Seona Y

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner Number of bedrooms: 2

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15 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: George T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made enquiry online for solar electricity via one of our websites. confirmed interest via phone at 14:27 customer lives in oban area. roof space available, no shading please call to arrange ...

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15 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Ionel S

Start Date: Immediate

Have a electric cooker to instal

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06 Jan

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: KEITH S

Start Date: Less than one month

enquirer: property owner general information: looking for an electrical installation condition report or an electrical number of bedrooms: 4 are you the property owner: relative of owner property typ...

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09 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: James G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. mr confirmed via phone at 15:52 mr confirmed via sms at 15:54 mr confirmed via email at 15:54 mr lives in the oban area. solar panels roof space...

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27 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Hazel B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in oban area has requested that we arrange quotes for their solar hot water project.ms are considering various options and would like to discuss with a renewable energy directly.please call t...

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27 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Hazel B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made enquiry online for solar electricity via one of our websites. customer lives in oban area. roof space available, no shading please call to arrange appointment and discuss options. are y...

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13 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Elizabeth M

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for solar hot water and confirmed on email they would like a call with a renewable energy to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the ...

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13 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

Oban - PA37

Enquiry from: Elizabeth M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in london area made enquiry for solar electricity online. confirmed interest via . available roof space no shading please call ms to arrange an appointment to quote are you the property owne...

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01 Jul

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Huw O

Start Date: Immediate

enquirer: property owner number of bedrooms: 3 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms: 3-4 how old is the property: 1930-1970 time scale: immediat...

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25 May

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: Bill C

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Other Number of bedrooms: 1

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24 Apr

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Oban - PA34

Enquiry from: SURYA D

Start Date: Immediate

pat test and fix wire testing

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How much do Electrician services cost?

How much do Electricians charge? Prices for Electricians in 2025 can be very different depending on the kind of job that you need to have actually performed in your home.

Do you have an electrical project that needs to be undertaken in your home or property? If yes, then hiring the services of an electrician is the next reasonable course of action. However, before you proceed, you’d probably wish to know exactly how much electricians charge so as to help you make a budget and start to plan. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into the cost of hiring an electrician to help you make informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

The price charged by electricians for a project is determined by number of factors. These factors include the electricians themselves, the location of your property as well as the electrical work in question. For instance, electrical jobs in older or period properties will be a lot more expensive than the ones in modern houses which features electrical wiring and fittings and comply with modern regulations (even more so if the wiring needs to be made up to standard). Furthermore, if you happen to reside on London and the South East, you can expect to incur more costs than the rest of the UK. The biggest cost driver, however, is the type of electrical job that involved.

In general, for an electrical inspection, you can expect to incur within the range of £120 to about £200, repair of an electric shower should cost about £80 to £140, installation of an electric hob would cost between £90 to £250, while replacing a ceiling light can cost within the range of £85 to £130. With these wide variety in prices, if you need an accurate estimate, it’s advisable to get in touch with a local electrician who’ll be able to pay a visit to your home or property and provide you with a reasonable quote for your unique electrical project.

The table shows the types of job that Electricians generally do and also the typical price series of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do vary by project.

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The average price
of an Electrician in Oban is:

£1,958

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2025
Electrician in Oban £300-£460
Solar thermal in Oban £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Oban £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Oban £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Oban £135-£207
Electrical survey in Oban £150-£230
Solar battery in Oban £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Oban £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Oban £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Oban £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

How long do home solar batteries last?
How long home solar batteries last depends on the type of battery you have and how often it’s charged and discharged (when electricity is fed into it, then used later on). Generally speaking, a home solar battery should last between 5 and 15 years. Lithium-ion batteries last longer than lead acid batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are more common these days because they’re more cost effective. A lead acid battery is the cheaper option at around £2,000, but it’s likely to last between 5-8 years. On the other hand, a lithium-ion battery may set you back around £4,000, but will last between 11-15 years. So you can see that it’s well worth choosing a lithium-ion home solar battery. It’s also worth considering that a solar battery’s lifespan will be reduced if you over-discharge it. When your home solar battery is installed, you’ll be left a manual which will tell you its depth of discharge, or DoD. This means how much you can use the battery before recharging it – it's not as simple as letting the battery run down to 0% then charging it again. In fact, this can significantly shorten your battery’s lifespan. If your solar battery system’s DoD is 80% and its capacity is 5kW, make sure you charge it before you use up 4kW to help prolong its life. Luckily, most lithium-ion batteries have a DoD of 80% or more, so you don’t need to worry about not being able to use much of the electricity stored in your home solar battery. This is another reason to use them over lead acid batteries, because their DoD can be as low as 50%.
Can solar thermal panels provide enough hot water for my home?

Obviously the performance of a solar thermal system will vary depending on the location of the home, the insulation of the property, and your own hot water requirements. Solar thermal panels are capable of providing all of your hot water requirements from April to September. They will still make a contribution to your hot water needs for the rest of the year, but in general you will need a backup system to further heat the water in the colder months.

Are there any government grants for EV charging points?

The OLEV Grant, also known as Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) can reduce the cost of your home charger by up to £350. If you're eligible, you'll be able to claim it when you buy an EV charger.

what size solar battery do I need?

So, you’ve finally decided to go for solar? If yes, then you’d also probably find yourself trying to figure out exactly what solar battery size is needed to power your home or property. This is one of the most common questions when it comes to the solar system world and understandably so. In this article, we aim to give you an idea of the solar size you’d need to power your home or property before making a purchase decision. Let’s take a look!

The first thing to do if you find yourself asking this question is to identify the reason why you want to purchase the solar battery in the first place. For some individuals, they simply want to save some excess energy being fed back into the grid, while others just want protection from possible blackouts. There are also some environment-conscious home or property owners who makes this decision in order to create a carbon-neutral home. Another crucial factor to consider is your budget. A full solar storage system can be quite costly, although this is cheaper than a decade ago. Generally, the size of solar battery you’ll require depends on the following:

  • How much energy you’re able to generate: The size of your solar array as well as its efficiency will influence the amount of power it’ll be able to supply to your home.
  • Your daily energy usage needs: Daily energy usage can vary greatly between households depending on a number of factors. These factors include the number of occupants, geographical location, type of building, general household energy usage and more. Some may find that their solar system cover for most of their energy usage, while others find themselves still relying heavily on the grid.
When should I have a periodic inspection?

Periodic testing and inspections should be completed: Every 10 years for your home, Every five years for rented accommodation, Every three years for a caravan, Every year for a swimming pool.Electrical inspections are also carried out when buying, selling or renting a property.

I’m a tenant in a rental property and think the electrical installation is faulty, what should I do?

You should report any suspected faults to your landlord as soon as you know about them. It is their responsibility to investigate, and hire an electrician to do any work if needed. Know your obligations as a tenant and keep in touch with your landlord on a regular basis.

How to add new power sockets to a room?

If you’re thinking about adding new power sockets to your room, then you’ve come to the right place! This task can be a very tricky one especially if you don’t know how to go about it. If you don’t have the skills or experience necessary to pull this off, then we’d strongly recommend you hire the services of qualified and licensed electrician who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’re going to take you through the numerous steps you’d have to take to make sure your new power sockets is added successfully. Let’s take a look!

  • All the power to the working area at the primary electrical panel should be turned off.
  • Identify the cut area for individual electrical box.
  • Pilot saw blade by drilling corner holes
  • Drill into framing for wiring, if required
  • Connect electrical wires to the electrical panel from the outlet box holes, pulling four feet through the wall.
  • Attach white wires to silver screws as well as black wires to brass screws and also the ground wire.
  • Incorporate electrical tape to tape around the box
  • Connect the box to the wall and cover with the outlet plate
  • Carry out the process for individual outlet needed
  • De-energize the entire electrical panel by shutting off the house’s main breaker
  • Fit an arc volt breaker by connecting white and black wire to the breaker
  • Connect white wire from the new breaker directly onto the neutral bar of the electrical panel
  • Finally, you can turn the main breaker back on.

 

is solar thermal cost effective?

If you’re looking to install a solar thermal system in your home, this is usually one of the first concerns several homeowners have. Being fully aware that solar water heating systems are usually more expensive than their counterparts - the conventional water heating systems, the question arises whether or not you’ll be able to save some money from your solar water heating system in the long run. In this article, we aim provide an answer to this important question. Let’s take a closer look!

When it comes to solar thermal systems, the money you’ll be able to save in the long run depends on a wide range of factors. These factor includes:

✓ Your system’s performance.

✓ Your geographical location and solar resource

✓ Your household’s hot water demand

✓ Financing and incentive options that are available.

✓ The cost of fuel that’s being used for your alternative or backup water heating system, if you own one.

✓ The cost of conventional fuels such as oil, electricity or natural gas.

There are several benefits, however, that comes with the installation of a solar water heating system. Since the sun is absolutely free, future fuel shortages and price hikes will have little impact on you. Also, on the average if you decide to fit a solar thermal system your water heating bills is expected to drop about 50 percent to 80 percent. What’s more? The economics are even a lot more attractive when you’re just about to build a new home or refinancing. When you include the price of a solar water system in a 30 year mortgage, it’ll normally amount to very low price per month. Therefore, on a monthly basis you’ll be saving more and paying less.

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