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08 Mar

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: James W

Start Date: Immediate

Replace 3 night storage heaters. Update 3 other electric heaters. Replace existing immersion hot water system

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01 Nov

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Sam T

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, Am looking at getting a EICR and PAT tests done on my property before renting it out. 1 bed flat based in perth approx 10 items for pat test. Ideally looking to get this done in the next we...

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09 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Jim F

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an enquiry for solar hot water and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a electrician.mr lives in the perth area and would like a call to discuss options.see below ...

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09 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Jim F

Start Date: Immediate

bungalow south facing 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 type of t...

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14 Sep

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Viv L

Start Date: Immediate

Good Afternoon I am wondering if you could possible give me a quote for a client of mine. I work for the Community OT team with PKC. My client has an intercom system to enable her to let visitors into...

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27 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Thais R

Start Date: Immediate

hi team, i am contacting you as the previous owner informed that you have carried out some previous jobs in this flat. i am planning to have some tasks done as well and i would like your help, please...

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20 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Emma K

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, currently un process if moving to Bankfoot, ***. Looking to have 5 lights changed from normal light bulbs to led fittings, have the fittings ready judt needing thrm switched over. Looking for qu...

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19 May

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: George R

Start Date: Immediate

customer in perth 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 electrician directly.please call to di...

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27 Apr

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Gabrielle B

Start Date: Immediate

A new storage heater fitted, to replace older heater. ( I have the heater,Dimplex Quantum & bricks) . Also, to replace a panel heater in my kitchen. ( I have a new Mylex panel heater). Thank you, m...

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26 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Willie R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

2 bedroom detached bungalow, timber frame/cavity wall construction are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 do you have p...

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19 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Alexander M

Start Date: Immediate

a ceiling light fitted... the fitting for it may need to be slightly moved, but the main problem is that it's in a stair well, so very high from the floor... are you the property owner: owner of the ...

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20 Feb

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Wendy G

Start Date: Less than one month

i am looking for a quote please for a holiday rental property and a shepherd's hut and sun lounge. there will be 3 fridge/freezers; 1 dishwasher; 1 washing machine; 2 microwaves; 7 televisions; 1 dvd...

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05 Feb

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Scott H

Start Date: Immediate

Fitting a new kitchen and utility with a new layout and looking for you to provide a quote for the work please. I'm kken to arrange a visit from 22nd of Feb and perhaps a remote chat before that to ex...

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29 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Colleen C

Start Date: Immediate

small job just to fit a new ceiling light are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you require any rewiring in the property: yes do you need any sockets replaced: no...

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19 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Loredana D

Start Date: Immediate

baie element for the oven doesn’t work(possible) are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any soc...

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16 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Alison M

Start Date: Immediate

Replace an electric shower

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15 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Marc S

Start Date: Immediate

i am lookingbto replace 2 bathroom extractor fans one in each bathroom are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do...

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02 Dec

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Greg M

Start Date: Immediate

extractor hood fitted and wired in above cooker, including core drill in outside wall are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you need any sockets replaced: yes do...

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25 Nov

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Perth - PH2

Enquiry from: Paul C

Start Date: Immediate

hi, we're a contractor working on the cross tay link road. i would be grateful if you would provide a quotation and advise on availability for pat testing approx 80nr. items mostly handheld power tool...

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24 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Perth - PH1

Enquiry from: Lau S

Start Date: Immediate

•landlord electrical safety check * re-energise meter are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sock...

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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 Perth is:

£2,253

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

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Electrician FAQs

does a 1960 house need rewiring?

Unlike in houses built in the 1970s where a good majority of the houses will not need to be rewired, for houses built in the 1960s you’d probably need to rewire the entire house unless the wiring is the modern PVCu coated type. Generally, the homes built especially in the 1960s and 1970s brought about enormous changes. This is because over the years our way of living began to change and as a result, our need for electricity became even greater. In response to this, the electrical systems we incorporate needed to change in order to match the new set standards.

 

In the 1960s, the amperage normally used was increased to 100, which enables home and property owners to power their dishwasher, microwave as well as refrigerator all on one circuit. However, while this may be a remarkable improvement for our grand parents, this is just enough to cater for our modern day appliances. In recent times, new homes are constructed using a wide range of dedicated circuits due to the fact that each of our appliances makes use of much more electricity to function. Consequently because the 100 amp panels of the 1960s possessed restricted space for breakers, home and property owners who still had the units in their homes will inevitably require a sub panel or a new panel entirely - meaning a total rewiring of their property.

 

Furthermore in the 1960s, builders turned to aluminium from the previously used copper as it was a great conductor and also happens to be relatively cheap. However, after a couple of years a host of electrical fires cropped up in houses that are wired using aluminium. It was later discovered that when the switch to aluminium was made, the light switches or receptacles which were originally made for the previously used copper was overlooked. It was learned that there’s a corrosive chemical reaction that arises as a result of the two dissimilar metals when connected. Hence, the more reason why aluminium wired houses in the 1960s needs to be rewired.

do solar hot water systems need servicing?

Like every other systems in your home, solar hot water systems will require periodic inspections as well as a regular maintenance in order to keep it running as efficiently as it should. Not only that, the various components will also require either repair or replacement from time to time. It’ll also be proactive to take the necessary precautions so as to prevent worrying issues like corrosion, scaling or freezing.

Is it a task you can handle on your own? Well, there are some inspections and maintenance activities you should be able to handle on your own, however, you’ll also require a qualified technician to carry out the more technical or complicated tasks. You should also take note that it may actually be more cost effective to have some systems replaced, shut off or removed completely than having it repaired. Here are some of the essential inspections that should be carried out on solar system components. They include:

✓ Collector soiling. Periodic cleaning of your collectors is important especially in dry and dusty climates.

✓ Plumbing, ductwork and wire connections. Check the pipe connections for fluid leaks. Examine duct connections and seals. Also make sure that all wire connections are tight.

✓ Roof penetrations. Flashing and sealant around the roof penetration should be checked to see that it’s in a good shape.

✓ Collector shading. Check for shading of the collectors on annual basis as this may greatly affect their performance.

✓ Support structures. Examine all bolts and nuts which connects the support structures to the collectors for tightness.

✓ Heat transfer fluids. Anti freeze solutions in liquid solar heating collectors will have to be replaced periodically. And this right here is a task that’s best handled by a licensed technician.

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.

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.

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.

why are EV chargers so expensive?

If you possess an electric vehicle, then you should be well aware of how expensive the cost of getting electric vehicle chargers can be. The portable charger happens to be one of the most costly chargers that’s present in the market today. As a result, many individuals wonder exactly why ev chargers cost so much. After all, its just a little box with some wiring, so why should it cost up to hundreds of pound or a grand plus another grand or thereabouts for installation. In this post, we’ll give you insights to some of the primary reasons why ev chargers are relatively expensive when compared to other charges. Let’s take a look!

  • Production factors. The manufacturing and testing phase alone is actually one of the costliest aspects in building a high quality and reliable charger. As stated by one manufacturer, the cost required to make metallic materials to trip switches to the testing phase and the marketing efforts, can all run up to over £30,000. As a result of this high production cost, the average of a new ev charger can be between  £125 to about £300 depending on whether you need a type 1 or type 2 charger as well as the size required.
  • Specific design. If you own an ev, you’d know that there’s a standard charging port which allows for easy charging just like in petrol or diesel powered vehicles. The goal is to design a universal charging port whereby all electric vehicles can charge sufficiently.
  • Safety. The development of a electrical design involves a lot of engineering which are quite pricey. However, this is a top priority to ensure the safety of both the user and car.
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.
Does a solar battery work in a power cut?

If you’re thinking of adding a solar battery to your home, you might be wondering whether or not it’s going to work in a power cut. If yes, then you’re not alone as this is one of the most common questions asked when it comes to solar batteries. In this post, we aim to provide you with a detailed answer to solve this concern once and for all.

The answer to this question is, it depends. The main reason why your solar batteries will usually not work or provide your home with the much-needed back up power is as a result of the several threats it poses. You should be aware that both your solar panels and battery are connected to the main grid. When a power cut occurs, your engineers will have to operate on the grid. If the solar panels or batteries are in operation at the period there’s a high chance the engineers would be electrocuted by the electricity that’s being produced. As a result of this, solar inverters are usually designed to automatically switch off once a power cut occurs. However, it should also be noted that if your solar battery possesses backup functionality, you’ll be able to make use of your solar energy in the event of a power cut. In other words, what determines if your home battery would work in a power cut is the availability or otherwise of a backup functionality.

Furthermore, you might also wish to know if your solar panels will continue to charge the battery in a power cut. Well, this depends on the type of backup system you possess. There are some more affordable batteries that are designed to automatically release their stored energy upon the detection of a power cut. And this is mostly because the battery inverter is usually smaller than the solar inverter which allows the energy from the solar inverter to the transmitted to the battery - risking an overload. However, if otherwise, then energy can continue to be transmitted to the battery until its fully charged.

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