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Glow Green

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03 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Omowunmi O

Start Date: Immediate

customer in southend-on-sea areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for electrical work.confirmed interest via email at 03/03/2023 09:31.please call to arrange...

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23 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Tony W

Start Date: Immediate

Problem with Bathroom Fans. Shower fan stopped working & wall fan vents not opening.

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25 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Veeran G

Start Date: Immediate

electric bulb holder burned out and need to replace. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets r...

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17 Nov

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Emmanuel S

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a NICEIC certified installer to get quotes to install 4 Dimplex Quantum Wifi storage heaters in a flat and dispose 5 existing storage heaters and remove 1 control panel.

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31 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Fraser G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi 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...

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21 Aug

Electric | Internal & External work

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Sheila C

Start Date: Immediate

remove 2 light fittings disconnect a cooker are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: ...

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28 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Robert K

Start Date: Less than one month

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 is your roof obstructed: no ob...

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20 Oct

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Henk P

Start Date: Immediate

removal gas boiler, provide with electrical boiler + installation, cap gas pipes etc.... customer has confirmed they are looking to get a quote to have their electric boiler replaced are you the p...

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09 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Rob G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer living in southend-on-sea area made an enquiry for solar electricity quotes via one of our websites. customer confirmed interest via email at 07:41 / via sms at 07:41 roof space available n...

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09 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Rob G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in southend-on-sea area has requested that we arrange quotes for their solar hot water project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a renewable energy directly.pl...

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21 Jul

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Donna H

Start Date: Immediate

office pat testing for around 100 items

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27 May

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Dee C

Start Date: Immediate

customer in southend-on-sea area has requested that we arrange quotes for their solar hot water project.mrs are considering various options and would like to discuss with a renewable energy directly.p...

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17 Feb

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Simeon S

Start Date: Immediate

Call any time. Solar Electrical Storage System * System power rating: 3.0 kW. Quote requested on Solar electrical storage system, to be supplied and fitted.

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25 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Jonathan U

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ current source of heating for the renewable incentive: gas other forms: solar hot wate...

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05 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Chris M

Start Date: Immediate

annual service on solar for hot water are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 roof obstructed: no obstructions what is the direction of the roof: south-wes...

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14 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: Reza S

Start Date: Immediate

Call anytime. Roof faces: South 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 in...

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10 Sep

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Praveen M

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Buyer General information: I am looking for a full survey to be done for the property Number of bedrooms: 3

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07 Sep

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: John E

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Seller General information: Property is empty. Keys to be collected from sales agent. Number of bedrooms: 1

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04 Sep

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southend-on-Sea - SS1

Enquiry from: John E

Start Date: Immediate

enquirer: property seller general information: vacant property. collect keys from sales agent. number of bedrooms: 1 time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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19 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0

Enquiry from: Grant B

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 property age: 1930-70 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive: g...

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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 Westcliff-on-sea is:

£2,286

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Westcliff-on-sea £170-£280
Solar thermal in Westcliff-on-sea £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Westcliff-on-sea £1,250-£6,150
Rewiring a House in Westcliff-on-sea £2,209-£8,009
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Westcliff-on-sea £110-£303
Electrical survey in Westcliff-on-sea £150-£230
Solar battery in Westcliff-on-sea £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Westcliff-on-sea £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Westcliff-on-sea £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Westcliff-on-sea £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

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.

How much are Tesla solar batteries?
Tesla solar batteries are some of the most expensive solar battery storage systems on the market. The Powerwall and Powerwall 2.0 are both excellent options for homes that generate a lot of electricity from their solar panels, but they might not be worth it for those that only have small solar panel systems. But exactly how much are Tesla solar batteries? Since the Tesla Powerwall 2.0 is the latest solar battery, we’ll focus on this one. With installation, you can expect to pay anywhere between £6,500 and £9,000. Other lithium-ion batteries, like SolaX or the LG Chem, will cost around £4,000, so you can see the difference in price. The benefit of the Tesla solar batteries is that they have a huge capacity. Most battery storage systems have a useable capacity of somewhere between 4-8 kWh, whereas the Powerwall has a useable capacity of 13.5 kWh. This is excellent if you have a large solar panel system that generates a lot of electricity, since you’ll be able to store all of it to use yourself rather than sending any back to the grid. However, if your system can’t generate that much, it might not be worth spending the extra money on a Powerwall. Another thing to consider is how long Tesla solar batteries last. The Powerwall 2.0’s standard warranty is 10 years, and Tesla state that it should work at at least 70% capacity for those 10 years. That’s a pretty good warranty, and Tesla says that the battery should last way beyond that. So you could have the Powerwall for around 20 years, making it seem like a better investment. Just consider whether you need such a high-capacity battery before making your purchase.
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 there any government grants for EV charging points?

The OLEV Grant, also known as Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) can reduce the cost of your home charger by up to £350. If you're eligible, you'll be able to claim it when you buy an EV charger.

How long does a Tesla Powerwall battery last?

Tesla’s top-of-the-range battery storage system is still one of the most expensive on the market. It has a huge 13.5kWh usable capacity and can even keep you up and running during a power cut. But how long does a Tesla Powerwall battery last? And does this mean it’s worth investing in one?

The Tesla Powerwall 2.0 comes with a 10-year warranty. But Tesla says that it should last way beyond this – at least 5 years longer. The standard warranty says that it should work at 70% capacity for the full 10 years – so if it loses more than 30% of its storage capacity within that time, it should still be covered.

While the Tesla Powerwall does last a long time, it has a large capacity that most average households won’t require, and it’s a costly option. After installation, the Powerwall 2.0 will set you back between £6,500 and £9,000, so ideally you want it to last past its 10-year warranty.

Before you splash out, consider the size of the solar panel system you want to install or you already have. Will it generate enough electricity to make it worth storing in the Powerwall? If not, are you expecting to upgrade your solar panels to a larger system in the future? If you are, then it might be worth investing in a Powerwall. It might also be better to wait until you come to upgrade your solar panels – the solar battery price trend is going the same way as solar panels, so they will probably continue to decrease in price as more people adopt the technology.

how to install solar panels and batteries?

How To Install Solar Panels And Batteries

Have you decide to purchase a solar system for your home and wondering how to go about the installation? If yes, then we’ve got you covered! In recent times, it’ll be totally safe to say that solar panels and batteries for home use in the UK has now become more of a necessity than a luxury considering the numerous benefits the system offers. However, with the cost of having the system installed, you might be forced to think about the doing the installation yourself.

If you lack proper training and experience in the solar system installation process, it’s advisable to hire the services of a qualified technician who can guarantee the best results the first time and help you save time and extra costs that may result from possible costly errors. Here, we’ll give you a good insight into the installation process.

• Mount the solar panel and ensure it’s properly screwed to your roof. Try to position in such a way that it faces direct sun rays to have enough solar power generated.

• Connect your charge controller. The current that’s being generated by the solar panels will not be stable all day long. As a result, it’s important to avoid connecting solar photo voltaic modules directly to your better, if you don’t want it damaged. To control the current received from the solar panels, the charge controller is required. It has three connecting points - one for the battery, one for the solar panels and the last for Direct Current (DC) identify the one for solar panels and connect accordingly.

• Connect the battery to charge controller. The charge controller possess two terminals for the battery - the positive and negative terminals. Connect the positive terminal to the positive of the battery and also do the same for the negative.

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.
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.

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