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Boxt

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BOXT are the UK’s no.1 ranked gas installation company as voted for by our TrustPilot customers Buy a new Worcester Bos...
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We Design & install CCTV & Alarm solutions, install solar PV batteries & do PAT testing. Any electrical work considered.

RM Electroserv

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Inverness based renewable energy specialists, we deal in Solar PV & battery storage, EV charge point installations, solar ...
Electric Heating Radiators for hard to heat spaces, Modern design & Technology, Eco friendly, 100% efficient, 30 Year Guar...

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22 Sep

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Barbara H

Start Date: Immediate

Pat test on domestic appliances

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06 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Donna W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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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03 Apr

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Eileen S

Start Date: Immediate

i need a quote asap for eicr are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what aspect of survey are you looking for: whole house time scale: immediate please call to appo...

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20 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Judith C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer is interested in solar to go on their garage. call back anytime. roof faces: east-west type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 4 possible shading: no not a listed building. no...

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30 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Ian M

Start Date: Immediate

Electric vehicle charger Lead Electric vehicle charger Lead

install new strip light in fridge and 2 sockets in front shop are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need an...

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29 Nov

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Barry P

Start Date: Immediate

full pat test on office equipment are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: commercial how many bedrooms: 1-2 how old is the property: 1970-2000 time scale: immediate please...

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28 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Jayne H

Start Date: Immediate

electrical safety certificate

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06 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Aaron S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. mr confirmed via phone at 08:15 mr lives in the thurso area. solar panels roof space available not sure on what kw they want so please call to d...

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26 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Mr R

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made an online enquiry solar electricity. mr confirmed interest via sms/ roof space available little to no shading mr lives in thurso area please call to arrange appointment and discuss are ...

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15 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Davud A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. mr confirmed via sms at 08:15 mr lives in the thurso area. solar panels roof space available not sure on what kw they want so please call to dis...

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11 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Archie C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

solar panels fitted to provide electricity for heating, lighting and power for kitchen and laundry equipment are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans...

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06 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Archie C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

erection of solar panels to provide heating, lighting and power for household appliances are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans for the property a...

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28 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Archie C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

to provide power for home 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 typ...

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25 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: David C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Electric vehicle charger Lead

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

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12 Aug

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Ann S

Start Date: Immediate

20 items for PAT testing please

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11 Aug

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Peter B

Start Date: Immediate

enquirer: property owner general information: old fuse boards removed and new mcb swich board fitted with rcd proective number of bedrooms: 3 are you the property owner: owner of the property propert...

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15 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Evan P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an enquiry for solar electricity online. confirmed via sms at 19:04 mr lives in the thurso area solar pv panels not sure how many panels they need little to no shading please call to ma...

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15 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Karen M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry solar electricity. mrs confirmed interest via roof space available little to no shading mrs lives in thurso area please call to arrange appointment and discuss are you...

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13 May

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Eddie D

Start Date: Immediate

pat testing of approx 20 items and 3 phase compressor on vessel in scrabster harbour

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05 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Thurso - KW14

Enquiry from: Rachel W

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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: 5+ type of the roof you are looki...

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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 Thurso is:

£1,958

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Thurso £300-£460
Solar thermal in Thurso £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Thurso £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Thurso £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Thurso £135-£207
Electrical survey in Thurso £150-£230
Solar battery in Thurso £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Thurso £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Thurso £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Thurso £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

Can you rewire a house without an electrician?

The short and simple answer to this question is, no. If you’re a seasoned DIYer then you should probably know a thing or two about electrical works around your property. However, house rewiring works should only be carried out by a qualified and registered electrician for a handful of reasons. In this FAQ, we’re going to take an in depth look at a few reasons why a house rewiring project should always be tackled by a reliable professional.

 

  • Risk. Not only do you out your own health and that of your loved ones at risk when you attempt to complete electrical rewires on your own, but you also put your property at risk. Tackling electrical works involves a great danger. These dangers can come in different forms such as electrical wires electrocution, shock as well as fire. What’s more? Items in your home also possesses higher voltages, and when it comes to electrical wiring, the higher the voltage, the more dangerous the project becomes. Another tricky task to get around is hidden junction boxes as well as connections. Since these components are out of sight, the chances of you getting shocked increases rapidly. All these risks can only be mitigated when proper procedures are followed . therefore, if you decide to do electrical work on your home, then there’s the need to obtain necessary permits for completing the work. Once completed, the work done should be inspected by a licensed electrical inspector. However, the best way to reduce the risks is by hiring the services of a licensed electrician.
  • Safety. Electricians are trained to perfect their craft and comply with safety protocols. They’re also required to pass a licensing test so as to work as an electrician. The safety of your property and loved ones when it comes to your home’s electrical works can only be guaranteed when done by a qualified and registered electrician.
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.

 

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 many solar panels and batteries do i need?

How Many Solar Panels And Batteries Do I Need?

Are you presently considering adding a solar system to your home? With several homeowners in the UK using solar now, many more are realizing the numerous benefits they stand to derive by getting one. Therefore, if you’re thinking about adding the system to your home but do not know where to start, you’ve come to the right place.

Here, we’ll help you calculate the number of solar panels and batteries you’ll need to power your home. Starting from the panels, you can begin by taken into account everything that makes use of power in your home to get a good idea of how many you’ll need.

• Firstly, you’ll have to determine the number of watts you use. Simply go through your utility bill for kilowatt-hours (kWh). This varies amongst homes and being able to identify your daily average energy usage will assist you in getting your solar needs.

• Secondly, you have to determine the peak sunlight hours - having in mind that the solar panels only work when under direct sunlight. Once determined, you can then multiply the figure in hours by your home’s hourly energy usage and divide by your selected solar panel’s wattage.

Generally for a 1500 square foot house, you might need around 15 to 18 solar panels to cover the house’s electricity.

Meanwhile for batteries, there are also some factors to be considered to determine the number of batteries you’ll need for your house. These factors include your home’s power or electricity usage, the period of time in which the battery will be used as well as the battery’ specifications. Once done, you’ll be able to calculate the number of batteries required by your home.

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.

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.
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.

how much to rewire a 3 bed house?

If you’re thinking about rewiring your three bedroom house, one of the first few things you’d have to put into consideration is the cost of completing the project in order to help you set a budget and start to plan. In this post, we seek to provide you with the most accurate cost possible for your project to help you get started as soon as possible.

 

In truth, there’s no simple and short answer to this question as the average cost to rewire a house is based on a wide range of factors. For older properties, you may need completely rewire the property in order to enhance the energy efficiency. However, this may not be required the your home was just recently built. Firstly, it should be stated that there are numerous factors that affects the price of a rendering a house which includes the size of the house and its condition, the ease of access, the prep work required, as well as your location and the quality of the contractor your hire. Out of all these factors, the most significant variables are probably the type of rewiring task you go for (whether for the whole house or some specific parts ) as well as the size of the house.

 

House rewiring is usually a messy and disruptive task which can also be very dangerous especially when handled by a inexperienced individual. As a result, we’d strongly recommend that this task is carried out by a qualified and registered electrician who is well trained to perform this task to perfection. The average cost for electrical rewiring for a three bedroom semi detached house should be within the range of £3000 to £4500, although there may be some extra house rewiring cost that may also arise in the process.

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