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Home improvements .Solar PV ,Tesla battery, Battery storage
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28 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Suresh K

Start Date: Immediate

Type of house: Detached | Has space on roof: Yes | Looking for battery: Yes | Finance Help: Yes

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12 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Tom D

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two ceiling roses with pendant light fittings fitted as part of a ceiling light circuit. current light fittings are off. be grateful if a quote and soonest possible date as light circuit currently can...

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07 Feb

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Alan M

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type of house: bungalow | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: no are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 type of t...

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31 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Richard T

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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. hot water tank: yes how became i...

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25 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Merzak A

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type of house: detached | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: yes are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms does the pro...

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23 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: David G

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type of house: semi-detached | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: no are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms doe...

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12 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

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Type of house: Terraced | Has space on roof: Yes | Looking for battery: Yes | Finance Help: No

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04 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

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customer in st. leonards-on-sea area has requested that we arrange quotes for their electrical work project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a electrician directly.p...

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12 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Michelle S

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customer in the st. leonards-on-sea area made an enquiry a couple of projects including electrical work.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: ar...

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12 Dec

Electric | Testing & Inspection

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Michelle S

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fault with bathroom ceiling lighting, not working. is recessed lights and pull cord. possiy 2 bulbs blown out of set of 4 or 5, would that be the issue? when could you take a look? how much do you cha...

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07 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Grahame B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

a quote for fitting solar panels to a detached 3-bedroomed house with a pitched roof. an additional quote for including a battery system either at the same time or at a later date. are you the prope...

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27 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Graham M

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type of house: terraced | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: yes are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms does the prop...

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07 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Grahame B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

type of house: detached | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: no are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms does the prop...

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14 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Jay B

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

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26 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Jay B

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

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29 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Sarah F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 other forms: none please call to appoint

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10 Apr

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Miriam B

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i have a 3 year old heatstore storage heater which stays too hot when set on only 17° are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other do you require any rewiring in the prop...

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25 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Mike P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

solar panels (approx 4kw) & batteries installed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the pr...

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11 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN38

Enquiry from: Siobhan S

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plugs moving, broken sockets fixing, chandelier securing, wall lights shut off, garden lighting are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require any rewiring i...

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15 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

St. Leonards-on-Sea - TN37

Enquiry from: Sally G

Start Date: Less than one month

solar panels and battery storage. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 do you require solar panels: yes time scale: l...

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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 St Leonards-on-sea is:

£2,419

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2025
Electrician in St Leonards-on-sea £300-£460
Solar thermal in St Leonards-on-sea £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in St Leonards-on-sea £1,250-£6,150
Rewiring a House in St Leonards-on-sea £3,063-£9,513
Electrical testing (pat testing) in St Leonards-on-sea £115-£204
Electrical survey in St Leonards-on-sea £150-£230
Solar battery in St Leonards-on-sea £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in St Leonards-on-sea £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in St Leonards-on-sea £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in St Leonards-on-sea £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

how much does a solar thermal system cost?

Are you thinking about installing a solar thermal system in your home? If yes, the you’d most likely be wondering the exact amount the system is going to cost. Well, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common question when it comes to solar thermal systems and we aim to answer that in this article. So let’s get started!

Unfortunately, the cost of a solar thermal system can’t be given in a single, accurate answer as they vary widely. However, when getting a new solar thermal system, you can expect to pay a sum within the range of £3000 to £6000 ( this includes a lowered VAT rate of 5 percent). The figures provided takes into account the installation costs as well as all the parts ( such as control panel, solar collectors, hot water tank and pipes).

To determine the price of your system, the quality and type of the panels matter. For instance, according to the Solar Trade Association, a properly insulated twin coil cylinder system would be priced at around £4500. in the same tone, it’s also possible to get DIY solar thermal kits that includes all the required hardware which will cost within the range of £1500 to £250. This however, may not be eligible for government support. In order to benefit from the RHI, your system must be fitted by a MCS accredited installer.

The varying prices of the solar thermal system’s initial cost is based on the specification of each individual house. For example, in situations where the building is having complicated water system, the plumbing cost is expected to increase which will have a serious impact on the overall cost of the solar thermal power system.

How much is the Powerwall 2?
The Tesla Powerwall 2.0 is the second solar battery storage system from Elon Musk’s EV and clean energy company. It’s larger and more expensive than the original Powerwall, but it can store more electricity. So how much is the Powerwall 2.0? With installation, it will set you back between £6,500 and £9,000. But is it worth it? We’ll go through some of the top features so you can make your decision. The Powerwall 2 has a huge useable capacity of 13.5kWh. Most other solar batteries on the market have a capacity of around 4-6.5kWh, so it’s no surprise that it’s also one of the most expensive. If you’ve got a standard-size solar panel system on an average-sized home, you might not need a battery with such a big storage capacity. The Tesla Powerwall 2.0 is the only solar battery available in the UK to provide your home with an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) if you add the Backup Gateway 2. This means that if there’s a power cut, you won’t lose power – because your battery will keep running. It can also scan the weather forecast, so if there’s a storm it will ensure that your solar panels charge the battery in case you get a power cut. So while the Powerwall 2 is the probably the most expensive solar battery you can buy in the UK, if you live in a part of the country with a particular problem the power cuts or you have a large solar panel system, it might just be worth spending the money on it.
What is a Registered Electrician?

Registered Electricians will certainly work in uniformity with the UK nationwide criterion, BS 7671 - Demands for Electrical Installations. They will certainly provide a safety and security certification for their electric work to verify that the setup has actually been created, built, evaluated and evaluated, based on the standard.

You should guarantee that your selected Electrical installer is signed up with one of the adhering to companies:

  • BRE Certification Ltd
  • British Standards Institution.
  • ELECSA Ltd
  • NAPIT Registration Ltd
  • NICEIC Group Ltd
  • SELECT (Scotland)
  • STROMA
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 long does an electrical certificate last?

If you’re about to acquire an electrical safety certificate, it’s quite normal to be a bit curious about the length of time the certificate is expected to last for. Well, this is also a bit tricky as the duration is determined by your type of property. In this post, we aim to shed more light into this topic in order to give you a detailed insight and help you make informed decisions moving forward.

 

As earlier stated, the validity of your electrical safety certificate or report is based on the type of property you own. In event whereby you happen to have tenants living in the property, the electrical safety certificate will last for 5 years or with every change of tenancy, depending on whichever comes first. However, in the event whereby you happen to live in your property, the electrical safety certificate is going to remain valid for 10 years. What’s more? For commercial properties, the electrical safety certificate is also valid for only 5 years. Meanwhile for caravans and swimming pools, the electrical safety certificate possesses a shorter lifespan of just 3 year and 1 year respectively.

 

The suggested length of validity is only the industry standard. And as such, landlords are not under any legal obligation to get their electrical safety certificate updated at the aforementioned times. According to the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985, landlords are only required to keep the electrical wiring in proper condition at all times. It does not in any form require landlords to get an electrical safety report or certificate.

 

One of the primary reasons why you need to get an electrical certificate is that you may not be allowed to show legal proof that the wiring and electrical set up in your property was in the best possible condition in the event of an electrical accident. Several insurance companies will not accept your claims if you’re unable to present the electrical safety certificate.

is electric heating expensive?

Is Electric Heating Expensive?

Well, electric heating being termed as “expensive is relative to your budget. But we can tell you making use of electric heating will cost you within the range of an additional £300 to £400 per year more than the conventional gas powered systems. Meanwhile the average UK home making use of heating has been found to incur around £550 on an annual basis while those using electric storage heaters will spend almost £900 every year, according to OVO Energy.

However, there are numerous benefits of using electric heating and some of which can contribute to give a lower cost. If you’re considering the installation of an electric heating, here are some of the benefits you’ll derive.

• Safety. The several risks that comes with traditional systems are greatly reduced with an electric heating system. For instance, there’s no risk of carbon monoxide emissions or potential explosions since there’s no use of fuel to run the system.

• Installation. When compared to traditional systems, electric heating quite inexpensive to fit. This is due to the fact that minimal hardware are needed in the installation - no pipes, no flues, no vents and no ducts to be used. As a result, electric heating systems can also be installed within a shorter period of time.

• Environment. Generally, electricity has a positive impact on the environment especially due to the fact that there are no gasses or heavy metals incorporated in the system’s make up.

• Control. Electric heating offers a more convenient and controllable system. What’s more? This does not only make life easier, but can also help save as much as 30 percent on yearly cost of heating as well as helping to minimize toxic carbon emission. Furthermore, there’s a built in Wi-Fi that usually comes with electric heating systems while same can not be said of traditional gas systems.

Which solar battery is the best?
With so many different solar batteries on the market these days, it can be difficult to know which solar battery is the best. Luckily, we’ve picked out some of the best solar batteries on the market so you can take a look at their stats and figure out which one is best for you. Powervault 3: 8 kWh model This lithium-polymer solar battery has a useable capacity of 8 kWh and a depth of discharge (Dod) of 100%. It’s covered by warranty for 10 years. Cost: From £7,020 Tesla Powerwall 2.0 The famous Tesla Powerwall has a huge useable capacity of 13.5 kWh and also has a 10-year warranty, with a guarantee that it will work at 70% capacity during those 10 years. It’s a lithium-ion battery. Cost: From £6,500 Powervault 3: 4 kWh version This more modest solar battery from Powervault has a capacity of 4 kWh, but benefits from the same warranty length and DoD as its 8 kWh brother. Cost: From £4,470 SolaX 3.3 This more affordable solar battery from SolaX has a 10-year warranty and a good DoD of 90%. Cost: From £4,010 LG Chem RESU 6.5 LG are an up-and-coming player in the solar market and their 6.5 kWh battery is one of the most affordable on the market. Its DoD is 90% and it comes with a 10-year warranty. Cost: From £3,043 To decide which solar battery is best for you, you need to consider:
  • The power of your solar panel system – there's no point buying a higher capacity battery if your system will never generate enough electricity to charge it
  • How often you think you will need to charge your battery
  • Your budget
  • Whether you care about having the latest technology and a recognisable brand name
When you’ve made these decisions, you can narrow down your choices. It’s also worth asking a few MCS-registered installers for their opinions on what they think would be best. Of course, they want to sell you whichever brand they supply, but they probably chose this for a reason. Ask them to give you a few pros and cons for the brands they recommend and see if this matches up with your research.
how does electric central heating work?

How Does Electric Central Heating Work?

An electric central heating works to provide a number of benefits for you. These benefits include the following:

lSpace Heating

• The storage heaters work during the night to store electricity which would be used to heat up the heat retaining bricks. This, in turn, will release this energy throughout the day to warm up the room.

• There are also electric radiators which works to deliver on-demand heat and as a result, economy tariffs are totally avoided. It will generate heat by itself rather than storing it and with the controls, you can easily determine the amount of heat to be released when you require it.

• There is the wet electric system options as well which comes with water filled radiators. This operates in a similar way to normal radiators, however, it makes use of electricity to heat up the water.

lWater Heating

• An electric boiler operates in a very similar manner to other boiler types, just that it makes use of electricity as its fuel. Here, the water is warmed by a heating element and the water is later moved to several radiator throughout the house by a pump. These electric boiler types earns you tariff savings as you’ll be able to heat water at night.

• Heat pumps geothermal or air source, redistributes heat instead of creating it. Heat pumps are powered by electricity and it works by absorbing heat either from the air or ground which it then channels it through a pump. This can then be incorporated in heating either water or a room.

• A dedicated immersion heater is another water heating option. Here, the heating element is positioned inside a hot water cylinder. In a similar fashion to a kettle, the element heats the nearby water. Immersion heater can act either as a backup or your main heating element.

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