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Think Solar are specialist solar pv and battery installers covering mainland Scotland
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Hi my names Craig, long story short, I’ve been an electrician for soon to be 8 years, thankfully I can say that I love and...

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26 Feb

Solar Panel and Battery

Munlochy - IV8

Enquiry from: DAVID S

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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26 May

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Munlochy - IV8

Enquiry from: - G

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner General information: Needs to be registered with NICEIC or SELECT Number of bedrooms: 3

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17 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Munlochy - IV8

Enquiry from: Susan K

Start Date: Immediate

Property Buyer General information Shower with replacement please contact to appoint

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14 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Beauly - IV4

Enquiry from: Colin D

Start Date: Immediate

ON/OFF switch in the meter box needs to be replaced with a smaller modern switch.

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26 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Andrew M

Start Date: Immediate

14 Photovoltaic panels and battery system installed on roof of bungalow

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13 Jul

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Inverness - IV3

Enquiry from: Andrew R

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, I'm renting out my property and need an Electrical Installation Condition Report. The property is a one bedroom terraced bungalow located at 30 St. Margarets Road, ***. Do you availabi...

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10 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Ian C

Start Date: Immediate

Double socket that is coming away from the wall needs fixed . Thanks Ian

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29 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Amy W

Start Date: Immediate

2 new socket plugs and install a ceiling light.

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27 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Russell T

Start Date: Immediate

Good afternoon, Our electric shower has died. Seems to have tripped a fuse and now doesn't come back on. It was installed less than a year ago. We also have a problem with the lights downstairs. I...

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27 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Stuart L

Start Date: Immediate

could you provide a quote please: one ceiling light fitting in the kitchen one ceiling light fitting & dimmer switch in the lounge one ceiling light fitting in the main bedroom we don't move in unt**...

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24 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Mairi S

Start Date: Immediate

Electric cooker disconnected

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29 Mar

Electric | Garden Lighting

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Pat E

Start Date: Immediate

We have two pillar garden lights which need replacing. They are wired, just old. A bit like us. That is why we need someoe to fit them. Is that something you might consider? Many thanks, Pat

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29 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Pat E

Start Date: Immediate

We have to pillar garden lights that are needing replaced. We can supply the lights. Is that something you would consider? The lights are wired, just needing replaced. Many thanks, Pat

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25 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Avoch - IV9

Enquiry from: Cerys M

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, I'm looking for an electrician to help fix a few things in our new house in Avoch. The most urgent is that over the weekend the electrics tripped and will not reset. We would also like th...

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16 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Beauly - IV4

Enquiry from: Alexander G

Start Date: Immediate

a bit of landscaping for rustic holiday let pathway to cabin - regressing and possibly monthly visit for upkeep. are you the property owner: owner property type: commercial do you have a: extra large ...

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03 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Imogen O

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, I'd like a new broadband/ethernet point installed in the upstairs of my house. Thanks

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17 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Colin P

Start Date: Immediate

Old supply/fuse board to be replaced

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13 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Colin P

Start Date: Immediate

Double light switch not working. Old fuse board needs replacing. Thanks.

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05 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: David F

Start Date: Immediate

Had a leak in the bathroom and the water came through the kitchen ceiling. Was looking for someone to check the electrics. Cheers. David

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31 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Inverness - IV3

Enquiry from: Maria B

Start Date: Immediate

Extractor fan not working

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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 Munlochy is:

£2,253

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Munlochy £300-£460
Solar thermal in Munlochy £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Munlochy £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Munlochy £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Munlochy £135-£207
Electrical survey in Munlochy £150-£230
Solar battery in Munlochy £2,290-£5,195
Garden lighting in Munlochy £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Munlochy £5,450-£9,550
Electric vehicle charger in Munlochy £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

What is a periodic inspection?

With age and use any electrical installation in your home will wear. A periodic inspection is therefore carried out to ensure your home electrics are in a satisfactory condition. With a periodic inspection: Ensure your electrical circuits aren’t overloaded, Avoid accidents such as shocks and fire hazards, Discover if there are any defective lines,Highlight any lack of earthing or bonding..

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.

what is solar thermal?

Unlike the photovoltaic (PV) power which works to turn a part of the electromagnetic radiation of the sun directly to electrons and electricity, a solar thermal can simply be referred to as the absorption of the sun’s heat for human use. As a result, the solar thermal has a wider range of uses than the PV does in several ways. This is due to the fact that the sun’s heat can be absorbed and transported via a medium and the stored energy incorporated for several great purposes such as to heat water, to heat and cool a home or living space, to prepare a meal as well as to generate electricity. All these functions are useful for both residential and commercial spaces.

There are generally three different ranges of solar thermal energy that are being used which includes the low temperature ( for heating, cooling as well as ventilation), the mid temperature ( used for preparing meals, heating hot water and the likes) as well as the high temperature ( used for generating electricity). To focus more on generating electricity, there are a wide array of ways through which the sun’s heat can be directed at creating electricity via a heat exchanger which operates to super heat water or inert gas to power an electricity- generating plant or to produce electricity via a Stirling engine.

In order to increase their output or make them more efficient, evacuated glass tubes are used to encircle the tubes which in turn helps them to collect more heat energy while also protecting them from re-radiating the heat energy absorbed. The trough are normal positioned north to south as well as to keep tabs on the travels of the sun throughout the day.

what size solar battery do I need?

So, you’ve finally decided to go for solar? If yes, then you’d also probably find yourself trying to figure out exactly what solar battery size is needed to power your home or property. This is one of the most common questions when it comes to the solar system world and understandably so. In this article, we aim to give you an idea of the solar size you’d need to power your home or property before making a purchase decision. Let’s take a look!

The first thing to do if you find yourself asking this question is to identify the reason why you want to purchase the solar battery in the first place. For some individuals, they simply want to save some excess energy being fed back into the grid, while others just want protection from possible blackouts. There are also some environment-conscious home or property owners who makes this decision in order to create a carbon-neutral home. Another crucial factor to consider is your budget. A full solar storage system can be quite costly, although this is cheaper than a decade ago. Generally, the size of solar battery you’ll require depends on the following:

  • How much energy you’re able to generate: The size of your solar array as well as its efficiency will influence the amount of power it’ll be able to supply to your home.
  • Your daily energy usage needs: Daily energy usage can vary greatly between households depending on a number of factors. These factors include the number of occupants, geographical location, type of building, general household energy usage and more. Some may find that their solar system cover for most of their energy usage, while others find themselves still relying heavily on the grid.
How much do solar batteries cost?
How much solar batteries cost depends on the brand and type of battery and its capacity. At the moment, the cost is quite high because the technology is still new – but they will probably reduce, just like we saw the cost of solar panels reduce as the technology became more popular. It’s a great idea to get a solar battery installed with your solar panel system if you’re out most of the day. If you didn’t have a battery, all that electricity would simply go to the National Grid – but if you have a storage system, then while your solar panels are generating electricity in the day, it would get stored in the battery ready for you to use when you get home. Lithium-ion solar batteries are the most widely-used ones at the moment because they generally have a higher capacity and are more cost-effective. For a 3-4kWh battery, which would store enough electricity for a typical 4kW solar panel system, it will set you back an average of £3,400. If you need a larger battery, it could cost anywhere up to £6,000. Lead acid batteries are cheaper, and it can seem tempting to ask an installer to fit one for you – but they aren’t cheaper in the long run. While a 4kWh lead acid battery may only cost around £2,000, their life cycle is only around 1,800 cycles. A lithium-ion battery that costs around £4,000 would have a life cycle of about 4,000 cycles. That means that while the upfront cost is more, you won’t have to replace it as quickly as a lead acid one.
How much is a new fuse board?

Also commonly referred to as a consumer unit in recent times, a fuse box is responsible for controlling and allocating of the electricity in your home. They hold the power any time there’s an overload in one of the circuits which in turn, prevents fire as well as electrical damage. Fuse boxes are often incorporated in homes but consumer units are very rapidly replacing them. Therefore, when your fuse box breaks down, it’s always a smart decision to replace them with consumer units due to the fact that they’re safer and also comply with building regulations while also being a lot easier to use. If you’re extending your home, upgrading to a larger capacity model enables you to make use of more power with the power overloading. In this post, we’re going to cover the amount you’re expected to pay to replace or install a new fuse box or consumer unit as well as the factors that may affect the cost.

 

For a 10 way dual RCD consumer unit, the typical cost range will be between £250 to £600, meanwhile 15 way dual RCD consumer unit should cost within the range of £300 to £700. Overall, the smaller the house, the fewer the circuits that’ll be needed, hence the difference in the aforementioned prices.

 

There a number of factors that can affect the cost of replacing a fuse box. These factors includes the the size of the house in question ( the bigger the house , the more the circuits there are and the bigger the fuse box needed), the location ( for instance, places like London where there are higher demands are likely to be more expensive than other regions ).

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.

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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