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26 Sep

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Maxine A

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I am looking for a quote to safety test the electrics in our house. I also run my business from my home and would be looking for PAT testing on equipment use for business purposes. Thanks.

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18 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Verity P

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Electrical socket fitted.

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06 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Erik G

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to connect the new shed/outdoor room to the mains in the house. 1st fix already in place but needs to be checked. underground cable already in place. needs connection to the main switch board in the h...

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26 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Julie S

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we have a few odd jobs that need doing. the most important thing is fitting outside power to fit a video camera into a bird box.if you are able to wire that up for us it would be great. our ceiling li...

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24 Jan

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Shefford - SG17

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EICR electric report for new homebuyer

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30 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Sam H

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Need the main consumer unit replacing and moving

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29 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Tony E

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Call back anytime. Roof faces: South Type of building: Detached Number of bedrooms: 5 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. Hot water tank: Yes How became i...

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18 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Rene L

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are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 5+ other forms: none please call to appoint

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26 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Rene L

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are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 5+ other forms: none please call to appoint

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12 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Marco S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 other forms: none please call to appoint

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09 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: James W

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customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. homeowner confirmed via sms at 16:26 homeowner confirmed via email at 16:26 homeowner lives in the shefford area. solar panels roof space availa...

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05 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: James M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans for the property available: yes how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are look...

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25 Aug

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Anthony F

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new electric boiler installation quote to replace existing gas boiler

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14 Feb

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: H M

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Customer visited the myelectricalwork.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: House, Work description: Need electric in house tested for selling Time scale: Immediate Please call to app...

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05 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Barbara K

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Customer visited the myelectricalwork.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: House, Work description: Fit recessed ceiling lights in bedroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the pr...

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22 Mar

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Danielle K

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Connect electric oven and hob.There is a plug and a point behind(and a triple switch on walk marked hob,washing machine and fridge)as well as isolator switch on other side Are you the property owner: ...

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28 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: John W

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Fit Garden electrical socket on outside wall of House. There is an existing RCD protected socket on inside wall .. All work carried out to BS 7671

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01 Dec

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Shannon D

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pat testing all office equipment

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15 Feb

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Anne M

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Customer visited the myelectricalwork.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: House, Work description: Inspection and some work Time scale: Immediate Please call to appoint

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20 Sep

Electric | Internal & External work

Shefford - SG17

Enquiry from: Rob J

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Customer visited the myelectricalwork.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: House, Work description: Couple of ceiling lights to replace and fix burnt out wire to one of the spotlights...

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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 Shefford is:

£2,013

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Shefford £300-£460
Solar thermal in Shefford £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Shefford £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Shefford £3,063-£4,763
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Shefford £128-£179
Electrical survey in Shefford £150-£230
Solar battery in Shefford £3,040-£5,195
Garden lighting in Shefford £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Shefford £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Shefford £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

does a 1970s house need rewiring?

Unlike in houses constructed in the 1960s, where you’d probably need to rewire the entire house unless the wiring is the modern PVCu coated type, majority of houses built in the 1970s would not need to be rewired. Most often than not, what they’ll need is just a consumer unit as well as an earthing upgrade. If you happen to have a consumer unit change, the electrical professional you hire would have to inspect the most parts of the property regardless. With that answered, you may also wish to know just how often a house would need to be rewired.

 

First and foremost, in order to make sure that your wiring is safe there’s a need to ensure that a periodic inspection is carried out by a fully licensed and qualified electrician every 10 years. Meanwhile for rental properties with tenants, the landlord is required to carry out a periodic inspection at least every 5 years. This will make sure that the electrical works in the property are safe, up to date and suitable for continued usage.

 

In order to determine whether your house needs to be rewired, there are some signs or indicators you’d have to watch out for. If you notice one or even a combination of the following , then you should get in touch with a registered electrician:

  • Discoloured outlets and switches
  • Persistent burning smell
  • Outlets problems
  • Flickering lights
  • Tripping circuit breaker or blown fuses
  • If you happen to possess aluminium wiring
  • If you have continually experienced electrical shocks

 

It must, however, be said that rewiring a house is a messy and quite disruptive work. It’s also considered to be quite dangerous and recommended to be carried out only by a professional is well trained and experienced when it comes to tackling electrical works.

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.

How much will a new fuse box cost?

Fuse box prices will vary and a periodic inspection should be carried out first. However, domestic fuse boxes cost an average of £460. A qualified electrician will advise if yours needs to be replaced and it's always a good idea to obtain a number of quotes before committing to this.

which home EV charger?

If you are thinking of buying an electric vehicle, then one of the first things you’d have to put into consideration is charging. When it comes to charging of your electric vehicle, doing it at home is one of the most convenient things that comes with it. Not only do you get to avoid the fuel stations, but you’d also get to drive a car in a much cheaper way. Fitting an EV charger or wallbox at your residential space gives you the option to add miles to your battery in a lot faster manner than making use of a three pin plug. In fact, there are also some chargers that offers a lot more than just being a fast way to charge your vehicle.

 

So which home ev charger should you use? There are a wide range of options available in the market today, however you can get the perfect match for your vehicle by answering these few questions:

  • Can you park two cars side by side? If yes, then a tethered charger might just be your most suitable option. A tethered cable is one that’s always connected to your home’s charger. One of the major benefits of using this is that you can get home and plug the charger straight it without having to fetch the cable or carry it around.
  • Is size and design crucial? If yes, then you can consider wallbox chargers or untethered wallboxes which are smaller in size and minimalist in design.
  • What if your WiFi isn’t accessible? If your WiFi signal is poor in the spot where the charger is to installed but your mobile phone signal is good, then Ohme is a good option to consider.
can you replace a gas boiler with an electric boiler?

Can You Replace A Gas Boiler With An Electric Boiler?

In the UK, there are about 22 million households that are heated with the use of a gas boiler. However, do not assume that they’re the best type of boiler to install. The fact is, if your house isn’t connected to the main gas supply, the best option is for you to install an electric boiler rather than a gas boiler. So is it possible to replace a gas boiler with an electric boiler? The simple answer is yes. Both heating system options work in varying ways and also with a different impact on the environment.

The gas boiler is able to generate heat with the help of a gas burner. A heat exchanger is linked to the burner and heats the water available in its chamber. The hot water is then supplied to the heating circuit.

However, the thing is that natural gas can actually be more affordable when compared to using electricity to operate your boiler, but they have a negative impact on the environment. This is because gas boilers make use of an odourless, colourless and poisonous gas - carbon monoxide.

Meanwhile electric boilers are powered by electrical energy, hence, no carbon monoxide leak risks. Instead of using gas to heat up water, electric boilers distribute energy to heating elements which, in turn, heats up the water. So thinking about what’s best for the environment, you’d go for electric boilers. However, they’re more costly and are not as efficient as oil boilers.

If you reside in a smaller house that’s not connected to the main gas supply, then you might want to consider installing an electric boiler. However, if you live in a larger house, an electric boiler may not be the best option as they’re mostly designed to generate little quantity of hot water.

Why would I need a new fuse box?

There are a few reasons you may need a new fuse box. This would include: The box being old or out-of-date, Insufficient or no RCD protection, Holes or gaps in the casing, Not compliant with legal specifications. An electrical survey will ascertain if one is needed.

how much is an electrical safety certificate?

What an electrical safety certificate offers both home and property owners as well as tenants is peace of mind. However, if you’re going to get an electrical certificate, you’d probably want to know just how much it’s going to cost. In this post, we aim to give you an idea of the electrical safety certificate pricing in order to help you make a budget and start planning. Let’s take a look!


Generally, the cost of getting an electrical safety certificate in the UK is usually within the range of £80 to about £150 for a medium sized home. With that in mind, it’s also important to note that the price you’ll have to pay to acquire an electrical safety certificate is based on a number of factors which includes the complexity of the job, the size of your property amongst many others. All home and property owners including landlords should invest in getting an electrical safety certificate. The certificate can only be legally issued by a qualified and certified electrician and it must document that all electrical appliances as well as connectors within a property are totally safe and in a proper working condition. What’s more? More often than not, an electrical safety certificate test will most likely be completed in less than 24 hours.


The Electrical Safety report bring to life an concerns as regards the status of all electrical appliances and circuits. At present, it isn’t a legal requirement for home owners. However for landlords, it is an obligation to acquire an up to date Electrical Safety Certificate.

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