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Glow Green

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Glow Green is one of the UK's leading providers of energy efficient products that focus on the need to reduce energy consu...
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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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Gess Home Improvements

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Home improvements .Solar PV ,Tesla battery, Battery storage
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Light Renewables

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Solar Panels installation and battery storage solutions
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DIM Energy

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Whether you require domestic, industrial or commercial electrical work,DIMEnergy Ltd is fully committed to professional an...
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Domestic electrician for all your jobs big and small inside and outside your home

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29 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Samuel G

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Solar Electrical Storage System Quote requested on Solar electrical storage system, to be supplied and fitted.

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04 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: James W

Start Date: Immediate

Good evening, My name is James White. I am a fully qualified electrician based in Folkestone Kent. I am currently working as a full time self employed electrician, particularly in the new build se...

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31 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Mark L

Start Date: Immediate

Inside lights in garage not working. Changed fuse in consumer unit but still not working

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25 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Steve R

Start Date: Immediate

kitchen circuit not functioning. found burnt out dishwasher plug- possibly water related. not sure how much damage further up the curcuit or whether rcd affected. would really like help before the we...

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12 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Angelo S

Start Date: Immediate

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

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25 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Anthony D

Start Date: Immediate

type of house: detached | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: yes

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16 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Ernest A

Start Date: Immediate

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

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11 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Krzysztof F

Start Date: Immediate

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

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11 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Elisa B

Start Date: Immediate

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

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31 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Richard F

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

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10 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Shaun D

Start Date: Immediate

homeowner solar pv panels south facing roof no obstructions no shading roof space available supplied and fitted please contact to appoint

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08 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Connor P

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customer has a electrical project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for electrical work. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a electrician.confirmed intere...

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06 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Joanna P

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solar panels installed on roof and battery are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are looking to have the solar panels on:...

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04 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Marcin K

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, I need minor work certyficate for new self build extension.

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19 Dec

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Richard W

Start Date: Immediate

EICR report in a 2 bed maisonette

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19 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Kate D

Start Date: Immediate

Turn a kitchen single socket into a double (needs to power oven and dishwasher). Also potentially replace noisy extractor fan in bathroom. Thanks!

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22 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Andrew O

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, we live in Folkestone (***) and just wanted your help with the below: 1) our oven keeps tripping the RCD so we need some advice on the issue 2) installation of a hive mini (we've just purcha...

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07 Nov

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Lee H

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, I am purchasing Flat 3 at the above address and it requires an electrical test. Please could you let me have a quote to test a 2 bedroom apartment which is around 12 years old? Many thanks, Lee...

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26 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Marco Van T

Start Date: Immediate

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

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20 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Folkestone - CT20

Enquiry from: Michael A

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 how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of t...

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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 Folkestone is:

£1,958

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

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Electrician FAQs

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 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.

how much is an electrical safety certificate?

What an electrical safety certificate offers both home and property owners as well as tenants is peace of mind. However, if you’re going to get an electrical certificate, you’d probably want to know just how much it’s going to cost. In this post, we aim to give you an idea of the electrical safety certificate pricing in order to help you make a budget and start planning. Let’s take a look!


Generally, the cost of getting an electrical safety certificate in the UK is usually within the range of £80 to about £150 for a medium sized home. With that in mind, it’s also important to note that the price you’ll have to pay to acquire an electrical safety certificate is based on a number of factors which includes the complexity of the job, the size of your property amongst many others. All home and property owners including landlords should invest in getting an electrical safety certificate. The certificate can only be legally issued by a qualified and certified electrician and it must document that all electrical appliances as well as connectors within a property are totally safe and in a proper working condition. What’s more? More often than not, an electrical safety certificate test will most likely be completed in less than 24 hours.


The Electrical Safety report bring to life an concerns as regards the status of all electrical appliances and circuits. At present, it isn’t a legal requirement for home owners. However for landlords, it is an obligation to acquire an up to date Electrical Safety Certificate.

What size home solar battery do I need?

The importance of selecting the right size battery for your home simply cannot be overemphasized. A lot of home and property owners are facing this challenge and understandably so. Selecting the right battery size for your needs depend on a number of factors which includes your motive for adding a battery, your electricity usage, your budget as well as your panel array size, be it new or existing. In this post, we’re going to take you through some of these factors to help you determine the right battery size for your home or property. Let’s take a look!

  • Your motive for getting a battery. While most people purchase a battery to wipe out their need to purchase electricity from the grid with the hope of making some savings, others add a battery so as to enjoy backup power. There are also some who just needs it to power their home with solar energy. It’ll not be economical to size a battery to effectively take you off the grid, but if your motive is to make savings, then you’ll should expect to purchase some electricity from the grid during the year.
  • Electricity usage. The average household uses about 16kWh of electricity on a daily basis. During the daylight hours, most of these household will use a third of their electricity when the solar panels are still generating electricity, while the remaining two third are purchased from the grid. In other words, you’ll require a minimum of 10kWh battery capacity if you were to use a battery to power the electricity you purchase from the grid.

For a typical British household, you’ll most likely need a 5kWh solar power system which normally generates about 17 to 21 kWh on a daily basis depending on your location in the UK.

Do I need a Part P registered electrician?

Home electrics can be extremely dangerous and it’s very unwise to try and carry out repair work or maintenance yourself without the necessary knowledge and skill. Therefore we would always recommend using a Part P registered electrician at all times.

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 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.

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.

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