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02 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Helen W

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Domestic electrics Consumer unit sign off

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21 Aug

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Jenny B

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Power Networks are coming on *** September to fix a new main fuse as the current one is old and hanging off the wall. They need to replace the board it was fixed to (which is asbestos) but this also ...

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29 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

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Assistance with electrics

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15 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Malcolm W

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Hi I have tenants in the house above (75 The Retreat) and they report that one of the double sockets in the kitchen is not working. Could you let me know how much it will cost to replace and when you...

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02 Jun

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Rose S

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please could you provide a quote to pat test our site . we have an office with 2 floors and an onsite garage and valet bay . we estimate 150 appliances . address kenning house kites park, summerleys ...

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28 May

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Beverley W

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our house has been flooded following a leak from a pipe when we were on holiday. we need a survey of the electrics and a quote for the insurance company for restoring the supply to the affected areas...

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22 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Jack S

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Our front external light has been broken off due to a large delivery falling into it. As it needs attention anyway, we would like to replace it with something more modern, along with two external rear...

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21 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Andrea J

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We need to have a light switch moved as we are having some built in cupboards made. The current switch is in the way.

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30 Jan

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Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Rosemary K

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Hi Martin Please could you quote for putting in an extra double power socket in the main bedroom and also for changing the existing single socket to a double. You have worked here before for my mum b...

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25 Jan

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Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Neil C

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We have an existing armoured cable that runs down the garden to a shed with a consumer unit in it. We have a second shed 3m away from the armoured cable. I would like a connection to be made to this...

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15 Jan

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Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Peter B

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Landlords Electrical Certification of 2 x one bedroom flats on the West Wycombe Rd. Loads of parking at the rear. Grateful for a quotation please. Many thanks. Peter Beer.

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15 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Jan G

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To recite a thermostat from main room to kitchen

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12 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Alan D

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the upstairs lighting circuit is shorting out permanently and blowing the fuse. (none of the light bulbs are broken.) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you...

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02 Dec

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Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Phil B

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Hi, I purchased a heating programmer to replace the existing one thinking that it was just a straight replacement of the programmer front plate on the existing backplate. Having looked at the wirin...

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03 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: John R

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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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20 Jun

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Princes Risborough - HP27

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ms requested quotes for electrical work from a electrician around princes risborough. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the inform...

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09 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Princes Risborough - HP27

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customer made enquiry for solar electricity online. customer confirmed via they live in the princes risborough area. solar panels roof space available no shading to roof please contact to discuss the...

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25 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Princes Risborough - HP27

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customer in the princes risborough area made an enquiry a couple of projects including solar hot water.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are...

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07 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Antonia W

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call anytime. roof faces: sw type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 3 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in solar panels: save...

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20 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

Princes Risborough - HP27

Enquiry from: Alan F

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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. how became interested in solar panel...

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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 Princes Risborough is:

£2,089

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Princes Risborough £275-£380
Solar thermal in Princes Risborough £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Princes Risborough £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Princes Risborough £3,063-£6,013
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Princes Risborough £193-£504
Electrical survey in Princes Risborough £150-£230
Solar battery in Princes Risborough £3,040-£5,195
Garden lighting in Princes Risborough £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Princes Risborough £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Princes Risborough £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

Do I need planning permission for solar thermal panels?

Most domestic solar thermal panels do not need planning permission and are covered by permitted development rights. There are restrictions on the size and location of these systems. If you live in a conservation area or listed building, or want to install a very large solar thermal system, check with your local authority to see if you will need planning permission.

does my house need rewiring?

When it comes to electrical works, safety is always paramount. Although a complete house rewiring service may seem quite expensive, when compared to the safety it provides, you’d realize it’s well worth it. We know all too well that human nature tends to prevail to overlook small electrical issues until it’s too late or probably gets out of hands. When this happens, not only will you have to spend more to get the issue resolved, but it may also lead to some damages to your property. Hence, the need to identify and resolve electrical deficiencies as soon as possible. In this post, we’ve compiled a shortlist of some of the top signs that your house needs rewiring. Let’s take a look!

  • Dimming or flickering lights. This is one of the most common signs that your house needs to be rewired. When a light brightens, it means there’s too much voltage and when it dims, it implies it’s receiving too little voltage. You may be tempted to think this is a lighbulb issue, but this type of decline in power is usually as a result of a loose wiring or faulty circuits which should not be ignored.
  • Regularly blown fuses. With the steady development in technology as well as electrical appliances within our houses, older style fuses that are not designed to contain this amount of electricity will end up blowing. If your fuse blows on a more regular basis, then there may be a need to upgrade them to more modern circuit breakers.
  • Lightbulbs burning out in their sockets. This is usually a sign of bigger issues in your wiring which is often caused by fluctuations in voltage.
  • Sparking outlets. These can be perfectly normal, but at times they can also be a clear signal of a potentially dangerous problem which should not be ignored.
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 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.

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.

How do I connect solar panels to a battery?

Most people want to connect solar panels to a battery when they’re not at home all day to use the electricity they generate, or generate more than they consume over a day. Solar batteries are a great way to maximise the savings on your energy bills since you can use every unit of electricity you generate.

If you want to connect your solar panels to a battery, the best – and safest – way is to ask an MCS-registered company to do it for you. They’ve had lots of training and hold qualifications in handling electricity and installing solar batteries, so they will be able to recommend the best battery for your solar panels and for the among of electricity you use. Some of the brands they might recommend include Tesla, SolarEdge and SolaX, but there are many more to choose from. If you want to send electricity to the grid from your battery to receive Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) payments, it’s also worth leaving installation up to a registered installer. This is because you might not be eligible for payments if your battery wasn’t installed by an MCS-registered company.

However, if you do want to have a go at connecting your solar panels to a battery, it’s worth finding out whether your system is ‘storage ready’. Most relatively new systems will be, since batteries are becoming more commonplace. If your solar panels are storage ready, they will have an inverter that can easily have a battery added to it. If this is the case, then you should be able to buy the solar battery you want and follow the manufacturer's instructions to install it.

But it’s worth remembering that electricity is extremely dangerous when handled improperly. If you don’t get the solar battery connected properly and something goes wrong, it could cause a fire or you could electrocute yourself. If a fire breaks out due to your battery, it’s unlikely that your home insurance company would pay out since you connected the battery yourself. That’s why it’s always worth speaking to a registered installer to install a solar battery storage system for you.

are all electric vehicle chargers the same?

With each year that passes, the amount of electric cars on the road keeps rising and with them comes a necessity to develop new infrastructures and also accessories like charging cables as well as connectors for easy sustainability. This concept is still pretty much new to the general public as most people still use vehicles that are fuelled by petrol and diesel. There are also some differences in design which asides from the lack of an engine underneath the vehicle’s bonnet, the way in which an electric car is filled up largely varies petrol or diesel powered vehicles. There’s a lot that people will have to learn about electric cars and even more so when it comes to their everyday use. One of the most common questions a lot of individuals ask about electric cars is whether all electrical vehicle chargers are the same. If you’re also looking for an answer to this question, then you’ve come to right place!

 

If you’re interested in getting an electric car, charging your vehicle at home may not generate any major concern but what about making use of the public charging system? This is when it gets a bit confusing because if you’ve never had to do it before you may worried about making use of the wrong charger on your car. So the question is, does every electric vehicles have the same plug? The answer is simple - there are different plugs and cables for varying electric vehicle brand as well as points of use. In general, you’d have to choose most suitable charging level for your electric vehicle.

how do electric boilers work?

How Do Electric Boilers Work?

Electric boiler are installed in residential, commercial and industrial properties to serve as a reliable source of heat. Unlike other types of boilers that depends on fossil fuel burning to be able to operate, electric boilers are fuelled by electrical energy which ultimately makes it more reliable and powerful compared to its counterparts. This heating option was basically provided for home or property owners who don’t have an access to the main gas supply.

So how does an electric boiler work? Basically, an electric boiler work by heating water. Once heated, the hot water supply is then distributed to various areas across the house or property. In order to achieve the best possible efficiency at the lowest possible costs, new model electric boilers are installed by licensed and professional boiler fitters with the help of a microchip control system. Meanwhile, the microchip control system functions to oversee the management of both temperature level as well as output.

Unlike other types of boilers such as a gas boiler, electric boilers only require minimal service. If you own a gas boiler, it’s crucial to ensure that it’s serviced every single year by a licensed and reliable professional that’s into boiler repair services. During the checks and maintenance services, the gas boilers would need to be checked for possible gas leaks, as well as ventilation poisoning and other problems.

Overall, electric boilers are considered to be one of the most environment-friendly heating system which is more affordable to install in your property than a gas boiler. It represents the most ideal option for homes with gas boiler issues as well as those that are not connected to the main gas supply. What’s more? Electric boilers are also one of the best options for wet central heating and under floor heating.

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