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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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Greentech Renewables specialises in the design and installation of bespoke Solar PV systems for your home or business. We ...
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13 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Anne B

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Run armoured cable from garage to shed (approx 5metres outside), fit distribution board, fit 4 outdoor lanterns, fit 5 double sockets, 2 ceiling lights and switches, and fused spur for an air con unit...

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23 Sep

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Kelly J

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Outside light to be disconnected and removed or a replacement light fitted, whichever is the cheapest.

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28 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Graeme F

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are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 other forms: ground source heat pumps agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call t...

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27 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

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17 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR3

Enquiry from: Clare H

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Just moved in! Some light fittings not working and some need moving. TV wires need removing.

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13 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Robert A

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I need 2 swa cables putting in 1 to a 32amp hottub socket and one to a consumer unit in the garage on separate rcds I can send pictures and measurements there will be access under the floor in the hou...

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27 Apr

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Preston - PR1

Enquiry from: Barry L

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pat test of a tv that's intended for use within a rest home are you the property owner: other property type: other how old is the property: unknown time scale: less than one month how many bedrooms: ...

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03 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Ian P

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disconnect electrical supply from old shed and connect supply to new shed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you need any sockets replaced: no do you require ...

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29 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR3

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Good morning. I am enquiring about gaining some experience as an ‘electricians mate’ for a few weeks for free. I am currently on the 4 step Trade Skills 4 you course for adults to qualify as an e...

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28 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR3

Enquiry from: Roger a

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replace 2 electric connected smoke detectors are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced...

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28 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Les M

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replace integrated smoke alarms that appear to be faulty, work needs to be done within the next 48 hours. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require any r...

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23 Mar

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Susan C

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An EICR for my rental property

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23 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR3

Enquiry from: Jim W

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Double Switch Socket broken. Replacement required.

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23 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

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Ceiling light installed to replace existing fitting

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22 Mar

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Preston - PR2

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full rewire of the house build in 1970 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 bedrooms are you looking to have the...

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20 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Paul R

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Four existing 2 gang sockets boxes replacing and sinking into wall

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10 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

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EIRC needed for my property I rent in Kirkham.

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08 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR3

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outside lights putting up pls are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: yes plea...

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22 Feb

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Preston - PR2

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customer in preston area has requested that we arrange quotes for their solar hot water project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a electrician directly.please call t...

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19 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Preston - PR4

Enquiry from: Ian H

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plug socket moving plus installing an outdoor socket too at same location as indoor socket. this week needed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require a...

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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
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£2,171

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2025
Electrician in Preston £300-£460
Solar thermal in Preston £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Preston £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Preston £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Preston £135-£207
Electrical survey in Preston £150-£230
Solar battery in Preston £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Preston £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Preston £5,200-£7,550
Electric vehicle charger in Preston £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

what are solar thermal panels?

Asides from the fact that solar energy can be converted into electricity with the help of solar panels, there’s also another pretty cool way the sun’s power can be harnessed - solar thermal technologies. These technologies are able to convert sunlight into heat rather than power and these are in fact the very first solar energy products that were commercialized in the United Kingdom. Solar thermal panels, in a similar way to solar PVs, can help in minimizing your carbon footprint while also assisting you to save good money on your energy bills by providing the much needed coverage for your heating needs with the help of a renewable energy source that’s totally free.

Solar thermal panels provides some great benefits which is capable of making all homeowners in the UK consider installing one in their respective homes. Let’s take a closer look at these benefits.

✓ When compared to solar PV panels, they’re a more affordable heating option and also have a shorter payback period.

✓ Solar thermal panels are more efficient than PV panels due to the fact that the heat waves are able to hold more energy than sunlight and also because there’s no electricity transformation process.

✓ Solar thermal panels are able to operate in cold climates, strong wind as well as overcast weather, and make use of an energy storage system.

✓ They can help you save about 600kg of carbon dioxide emissions on an annual basis.

✓ Although most of the solar thermal panel systems come with a warranty usually within the range of 5 to 10 years, they’re able to last up to 25 years. What’s more? The require just a little maintenance, meaning the main cost you’d have to worry about is the cost of installation.

How much will a new fuse box cost?

Fuse box prices will vary and a periodic inspection should be carried out first. However, domestic fuse boxes cost an average of £460. A qualified electrician will advise if yours needs to be replaced and it's always a good idea to obtain a number of quotes before committing to this.

how much to rewire a 3 bed house?

If you’re thinking about rewiring your three bedroom house, one of the first few things you’d have to put into consideration is the cost of completing the project in order to help you set a budget and start to plan. In this post, we seek to provide you with the most accurate cost possible for your project to help you get started as soon as possible.

 

In truth, there’s no simple and short answer to this question as the average cost to rewire a house is based on a wide range of factors. For older properties, you may need completely rewire the property in order to enhance the energy efficiency. However, this may not be required the your home was just recently built. Firstly, it should be stated that there are numerous factors that affects the price of a rendering a house which includes the size of the house and its condition, the ease of access, the prep work required, as well as your location and the quality of the contractor your hire. Out of all these factors, the most significant variables are probably the type of rewiring task you go for (whether for the whole house or some specific parts ) as well as the size of the house.

 

House rewiring is usually a messy and disruptive task which can also be very dangerous especially when handled by a inexperienced individual. As a result, we’d strongly recommend that this task is carried out by a qualified and registered electrician who is well trained to perform this task to perfection. The average cost for electrical rewiring for a three bedroom semi detached house should be within the range of £3000 to £4500, although there may be some extra house rewiring cost that may also arise in the process.

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.

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 ).

Why would I need a new fuse box?

There are a few reasons you may need a new fuse box. This would include: The box being old or out-of-date, Insufficient or no RCD protection, Holes or gaps in the casing, Not compliant with legal specifications. An electrical survey will ascertain if one is needed.

what electrical certificates to sell a house?

There’s a need to ensure that all the paperwork are in place,before putting your house up for sale on the property market. An very good example of such essential document is the Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) which is used as a proof to attest to the fact that the electrical installation works carried out on the property in question was actually done and also whether or not it satisfies the building regulations. It’ll be a contravention of the law to put your house up for sale or actually sell it without producing this important document. Therefore, if you’re looking to sell your house you may wish to know the electrical documentations you need to complete the task. In this post, we aim to provide you an in depth insight into the electrical certificates needed to sell your house while also helping you make informed decisions along the process. Let’s take a look!

 

You’ll need to obtain two certificates in the event whereby the electrical work done was performed by a registered and qualified electrician. The two documents include:

  • The Building Regulations Compliance Certificate - This is provided to confirm that the electrical works done complies with the Building regulations.
  • The Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC), alternatively you can have a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate which is provided to confirm that the electrical works done satisfies the BS 7671.

In addition, the local building control body must be provided with a copy of these documents. In such an event whereby the electrical work was completed after 2013 and either it was done by yourself or by an individual who isn’t a registered professional, then there’s a need to make sure that work is inspected by a registered third party certifier within 5 days of completion. If the work is found to be satisfactory, you’ll be issued a copy of an Electrical Installation Condition Report.

what are the best electric radiators?

What Are The Best Electric Radiators?

Being afforded options in life is what we all seek. However, when the options are obviously too much, it can have a negative impact - exactly the case with electric radiators. With so many electric radiators in the market today, identifying the best and most suitable one for your home can be less helpful and extremely confusing, and even more so when you don’t know what you want. In a world filled with a huge selection of electric radiators, some designed for general heating while others are designed for more specific purposes, where would you get started? Here we’ve put together some of best electric radiators which you can put into consideration when making a decision. Let’s have a look!

• The Rointe D Series

The D series is one of the most popular electric radiators you’ll in the market today and deservedly so.with an advanced controllability via the Rointe Connect App and TFT control panel, these series have been rightly marked out as the most sophisticated electric radiator till date. What’s more? It’s suitable for both small, medium and large rooms, as it heats from 3m2 to about 16m2. The installation and programming of the Rointe D Series is very easy as it also enables a full access to every functions included as well as consumption costs.

• The Dimplex Q-Rad

As a high end heater, the Dimplex Q-Rad is one of the most popular brands. It is designed for a large room as it can heat up an area of about 20m2. The electric radiator features simple controls, sleek and good looks and works automatically all day.

• The Haverland RCTTi

This is conveniently one of the most efficient and reliable electric radiators you’ll find around. It stands out with the possession of its Dry Stone technology which works to ensure the room is kept at the right temperature.

• The Stiebel Eltron CND

Featuring a combined radiant and convection heating, this dual heat source is a very good option for homeowners with a tight budget. It works excellently to store heat which it later releases. The electric radiator also sense when the windows are open and react intelligently to the environment.

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