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Glow Green

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Home improvements .Solar PV ,Tesla battery, Battery storage
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13 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Steve H

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

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12 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Stephen R

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Old fuse box replaced and new one fitted.

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23 Aug

Electric | Internal & External work

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Linda T

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cooker hob fitted extra socket cooker hood asap

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29 May

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Melanie S

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Plug socket to be installed into garage.

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13 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: TONY J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made enquiry for solar electricity online and is looking for quotes. roof space available little to no shading please call to arrange an appointment confirmed at 20:23 via phone customer liv...

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08 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: David H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

i'd like a quote for solar panels with a battery system and suitable inverter to allow for operting during power cuts. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how man...

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08 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Robert G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

call back anytime. roof faces: east-west type of building: semi-detached number of bedrooms: 2 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in...

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29 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Maria G

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customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity and is waiting to be contacted. mrs lives in the dunstable area. solar pv panels roof space available, not sure on what kw they want no shading t...

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29 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Gary F

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 type of the roof you are looking to have the solar panels on: pitched is y...

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31 Jul

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Ruth S

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EICR certificate needed for house rental

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20 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Dunstable - LU5

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customer made an enquiry for solar hot water and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a electrician.customer lives in the dunstable area and would like a call to discuss options....

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11 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Dunstable - LU5

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customer in dunstable area has requested that we arrange quotes for their electrical work project.mrs are considering various options and would like to discuss with a electrician directly.please call ...

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05 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Shailesh G

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customer made enquiry for solar electricity online. customer confirmed via sms, phone they live in the dunstable area. solar panels roof space available no shading to roof please contact to discuss t...

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08 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: James A

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need to have a tado thermostat installed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: no...

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16 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Ashish V

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nvr- 4 cctv camera installation- are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: no please ...

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28 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Russell S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

pass: 4 - call anytime. roof faces: sw type of building: semi-detached number of bedrooms: 3 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in ...

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05 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Gillian M

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customer in dunstable 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 o...

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24 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Artur K

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im looking for solar system with battery are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 type of the roof you are looking to have the solar panels on: p...

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02 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Daniel B

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Looking to replace our current electric shower in bathroom

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25 Feb

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: David T

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call anytime. roof faces: sw type of building: semi-detached number of bedrooms: 3 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. hot water tank: no how became interes...

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How much do Electrician services cost?

How much do Electricians charge? Prices for Electricians in 2024 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 Dunstable is:

£1,966

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Dunstable £300-£460
Solar thermal in Dunstable £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Dunstable £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Dunstable £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Dunstable £135-£207
Electrical survey in Dunstable £150-£230
Solar battery in Dunstable £3,040-£5,195
Garden lighting in Dunstable £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Dunstable £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Dunstable £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%.
Is it worth getting a solar battery?

There are a few factors that will determine whether it’s worth getting a solar battery. They involve how much electricity you use, how often you’re at home and whether you receive any export payments.

To work out whether it’s worth getting a solar battery, you need to work out how much of the electricity you generate you’re using already. If you’re able to run all your appliances during the day while your solar panels generate electricity, then it sounds like you’re already using your electricity well. It might not be worth you getting a solar battery in this case.

However, if you’re not at home for a lot of the day, then you’ll be missing out on the electricity your panels are generating while the sun’s shining. If you install a solar battery system, you can store the electricity that your panels generate in the battery and use it when you get home. This will help you cut your electricity bills even further.

You’ll also need to consider whether you’re getting paid to export your electricity. If you’re on the Feed-in Tariff scheme (FITs) or receive payments from the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), you’ll get paid for every unit of electricity you export to the National Grid. Before you decide whether it’s worth getting a solar battery, you’ll need to weigh up whether you’d be better off carrying on exporting your unused electricity rather than storing it to use yourself. If you’re unsure, visit the Energy Saving Trust’s website or speak to an MCS-registered installer who will be able to help you work out which is more cost-effective.

what electrical certificates to sell a house?

There’s a need to ensure that all the paperwork are in place,before putting your house up for sale on the property market. An very good example of such essential document is the Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) which is used as a proof to attest to the fact that the electrical installation works carried out on the property in question was actually done and also whether or not it satisfies the building regulations. It’ll be a contravention of the law to put your house up for sale or actually sell it without producing this important document. Therefore, if you’re looking to sell your house you may wish to know the electrical documentations you need to complete the task. In this post, we aim to provide you an in depth insight into the electrical certificates needed to sell your house while also helping you make informed decisions along the process. Let’s take a look!

 

You’ll need to obtain two certificates in the event whereby the electrical work done was performed by a registered and qualified electrician. The two documents include:

  • The Building Regulations Compliance Certificate - This is provided to confirm that the electrical works done complies with the Building regulations.
  • The Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC), alternatively you can have a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate which is provided to confirm that the electrical works done satisfies the BS 7671.

In addition, the local building control body must be provided with a copy of these documents. In such an event whereby the electrical work was completed after 2013 and either it was done by yourself or by an individual who isn’t a registered professional, then there’s a need to make sure that work is inspected by a registered third party certifier within 5 days of completion. If the work is found to be satisfactory, you’ll be issued a copy of an Electrical Installation Condition Report.

Is electric heating suitable for my home?

There are a range of variables that will determine which heating system is best for your home, such as the level of insulation and size of rooms. However, electric heating is suitable for many homes. Electric boilers are very compact and do not need a flue. Underfloor heating is effective at heating rooms of any size.

what size electric boiler do i need?

What Size Of Electric Boiler Do I Need?

If you’re thinking about installing central heating in your home or property, you’ll be shocked by the plethora of options that’s currently available in the market as regards the boiler type that can be installed. Being a very good alternative to gas boilers or an oil or LPG boiler, electric boilers are here to stay. They usually feature different power outputs which tends to lead to one of the most frequently asked questions about electric heaters - what size of electric boiler do I need? Here, we’ll give you a good insight into sizes of electric boilers available to help you make the right decision.

The importance of getting the perfect size of electric boiler for your home can not be over-emphasized. If your electric boiler size is too small, it won’t be able to provide the level of heat and hot water required. And on the other hand, if it’s too big, it’ll definitely consume more electricity which would be a total waste of money.

To determine the correct size, if you have a wet central heating or water radiators in your home, you’ll need to calculate the boiler’s capacity required to operate them and allow 1.5kw per radiator. To be more accurate, it’s advisable to talk to a professional installer to avoid making a costly mistake. Every professional installer should have an idea of the appropriate size of electric boiler that’ll be needed given your special requirements and home size.

Generally, with a 12k kilowatt boiler, you should be able to operate up to 7 to 8 radiators which is good for smaller properties. For apartments and flats, getting a smaller electric boiler would be the best option.

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.

can solar thermal be used for central heating?

If you’re thinking about getting a solar thermal system for your home, it’s normal to consider the possibility of using the system for central heating. So is this viable? In this article, you’ll learn how solar thermal panels can be incorporated for heating. Let’s have a closer look!

Heating and hot water systems, on the average, takes up a sizeable part ( up to 70 percent) of our energy bills. Now take a moment to imagine how cool it’ll be to generate your own hot water for free without having to depend on any supplier which in turn significantly reduces your energy bills. Well, this is exactly the work of central heating systems that are powered by solar. That’s super cool, right? Well, let’s have a look at how this works.

While solar panels generates electricity, solar thermal panels produces heat for hot water production. However, what’s important is the fact that they both make use of the sun’s natural energy to provide us with a free and renewable energy we can use in our homes. Here’s how it works.

Solar thermal panels directed at central heating incorporates the sun’s natural energy to heat water in a storage cylinder which is then available for use at home. These solar thermal panels are exposed to the sunlight by fitting them on the roof of the home. Generally, they’ll include tubes that contains liquid whose job is to collect the heat and then transfer it to a hot water cylinder that’s solar compatible in your home. The heat is generated for free and is also renewable. This is help you save lots of money on oil, gas and even electricity which you purchase to power the cylinder.

how do solar panels and batteries work together?

How Do Solar Panels And Batteries Work Together?

With solar panel system rapidly becoming an ubiquitous phenomenon within the modern society, several homeowners in the UK are just coming to terms with the numerous benefits offered by the system. The solar power’s popularity has even led to the rise of another renewable technology - solar batteries able to store excess solar power that can be used later. Now several companies such as Tesla are now building solar batteries that can be fitted alongside solar panels for your building. So how exactly do solar panels and batteries work together? Let’s have a look!

Solar panels make use of the sun light to generate electricity and as a result, they can’t function when sunlight is absent - giving a big issue of how to power your house when it’s dark. In the event whereby this occurs, you’re afforded two options which is either to contact energy providers to buy electricity or purchase a battery storage system.

So what’s the function of the battery storage system? Basically when your solar panel provides electricity which is not needed right away, a solar battery will work to convert the DC electricity into AC energy which is going to be stored for later use (when you actually need it). in other words, your solar panels charge the batteries when you do not require the energy they’re generating right away.

As a result, when it’s dark and the solar panels are no longer functioning, your system will tap into the energy that’s already been stored by your battery for later use. This way, you can be totally independent of the National Grid, which implies more savings on your electricity bills.

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