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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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Nu Age Heating & Interiors Ltd is a local business built on values of hard work & great service. Led by solid experience a...
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Immaculate Improvements

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At Immaculate Improvements, we specialize in cutting-edge solar battery solutions, helping homeowners and businesses acros...
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Dillons Electrical

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Approachable and friendly Long established and reliable electricians. Trading over 20 years and specializing in domesti...
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Harmony Electrical

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Harmony Electrical Ltd provide a full range of electrical services to the domestic and commercial sectors in the Peterboro...
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FEC RENEWABLES

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FEC Renewables - Powering Tomorrow, Today. Location: Based in the heart of Tickhill near Doncaster. What We Offer: ...

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29 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Helen J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer living in wigston area made an enquiry for solar electricity quotes via one of our websites. customer confirmed interest roof space available no shading please call to arrange an appointment...

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21 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Richard N

Start Date: Immediate

need an out-door socket 13 amp

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21 Jul

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: St H

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The house requires a Full rewire

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10 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Djoko C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are loo...

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05 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Djoko C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are loo...

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31 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Vishal D

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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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21 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Preethi S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity and are waiting to be contacted. homeowner lives in the wigston area. solar pv panels roof space available no shading to roof please call to disc...

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20 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Aditya V

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i need someone who can put some lights so here are the details below: 5 led 2 chaldeliers 2 lamp shades 1 outside in garden light please let me know when can you do and how much it will cost me thank...

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04 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Vinod V

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customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity and is waiting to be contacted. homeowner lives in the wigston area. solar pv panels roof space available, not sure on what kw they want no shadi...

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23 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: MATT W

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a quote for electrics to be fitted outside bathroom for our whirlpool bath to be fitted. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace do you need any sockets replaced: no d...

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17 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Connor R

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i would like a plug socket fitted in the bathroom and a towel rail heater quote for the same room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial do you require any rewirin...

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27 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Bhanu K

Start Date: Less than one month

are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 1-2 other forms: solar hot water agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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27 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Bhanu K

Start Date: Less than one month

call any time. roof faces: south type of building: semi-detached number of bedrooms: 3 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in solar pa...

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14 Sep

Electric | Internal & External work

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Rebecca S

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hi i am looking for someone to supply and fit 3 new security lights out side please are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require any rewiring in the pr...

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29 Jul

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Aashima K

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enquirer: property seller number of bedrooms: 4 time scale: immediate please call to appoint

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07 Feb

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Steve M

Start Date: Immediate

Complete rewire Inc consumer unit and a number of flush ceiling lights. Connection to boiler. Two outside lights.

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02 Feb

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Aimee L

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entire house rewiring....

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30 Dec

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Lisa B

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Complete rewriring of 2 bed bungalow and checking of outbuilding electricity supplies Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms does the property have...

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23 Nov

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Kiran D

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all house rewiring as had house fire Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Property Type: Terrace How many bedrooms does the property have: 5+ Bedrooms Are you looking to have the whole proper...

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12 Jul

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Wigston - LE18

Enquiry from: Caroline F

Start Date: Immediate

House rewire 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 whole property rewired: Y...

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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
of an Electrician in Wigston is:

£4,488

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2025
Electrician in Wigston £300-£460
Solar thermal in Wigston £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Wigston £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Wigston £3,063-£4,763
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Wigston £128-£179
Electrical survey in Wigston £150-£230
Solar battery in Wigston £5,040-£52,695
Garden lighting in Wigston £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Wigston £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Wigston £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

How do solar thermal panels work?

Solar thermal panels work by capturing heat directly from the sun and using it to heat water. This hot water is then passed through a coil to heat the water for your central heating system. Solar thermal systems are compatible with many existing conventional boilers with hot water tanks, and can be set up to feed in to your existing heating system.

Can you rewire a house without an electrician?

The short and simple answer to this question is, no. If you’re a seasoned DIYer then you should probably know a thing or two about electrical works around your property. However, house rewiring works should only be carried out by a qualified and registered electrician for a handful of reasons. In this FAQ, we’re going to take an in depth look at a few reasons why a house rewiring project should always be tackled by a reliable professional.

 

  • Risk. Not only do you out your own health and that of your loved ones at risk when you attempt to complete electrical rewires on your own, but you also put your property at risk. Tackling electrical works involves a great danger. These dangers can come in different forms such as electrical wires electrocution, shock as well as fire. What’s more? Items in your home also possesses higher voltages, and when it comes to electrical wiring, the higher the voltage, the more dangerous the project becomes. Another tricky task to get around is hidden junction boxes as well as connections. Since these components are out of sight, the chances of you getting shocked increases rapidly. All these risks can only be mitigated when proper procedures are followed . therefore, if you decide to do electrical work on your home, then there’s the need to obtain necessary permits for completing the work. Once completed, the work done should be inspected by a licensed electrical inspector. However, the best way to reduce the risks is by hiring the services of a licensed electrician.
  • Safety. Electricians are trained to perfect their craft and comply with safety protocols. They’re also required to pass a licensing test so as to work as an electrician. The safety of your property and loved ones when it comes to your home’s electrical works can only be guaranteed when done by a qualified and registered electrician.
Are there different types of solar thermal panels?

There are two different types: flat plate, where lots of thin tubes carry water through a flat absorber panel, and evacuated tube, where vacuum glass tubes capture the sun’s energy directly. There is little difference in performance between the two but evacuated tube panels do more obviously extrude from the roof.

how many solar panels and batteries to power a house?

How Many Solar Panels And Batteries To Power A House?

Do you wish to know the number of solar panels and batteries sufficient for a house? Well, this is a frequently asked question in the solar world which would be very difficult to provide an accurate answer. This is basically down to the fact that all homes are unique with different sizes as well as amount of daily energy requirements. As a result, the number of solar panels and batteries needed would be unique to the house in question. However, we’ll consider the varying influencing factors that will go a long way to help calculate the number of panels and batteries needed to power a house.

First and foremost, let’s take a look at the solar panels. You’d have to start here by putting into consideration all household appliances that makes use of power in the house to get a good idea of how many that’ll be needed.

• How Many Watts Is Being Used In The House On A Daily Basis?

To determine this, simply go through your utility bill for kilowatt-hours (kWh). This varies amongst homes and being able to identify your daily average energy usage will assist you in getting your solar needs.

• What Is The Number Of The Peak Sunlight Hours At The House’s Location?

Having in mind that the solar panels only work when under direct sunlight, the first step to determine the peak sunlight hours. Once determined, you can then multiply the figure in hours by the house’s hourly energy usage and divide by the solar panel’s wattage.

Overall for a 1500 square foot house, the number of solar panels that’ll be required should fall around 15 to 18.

Meanwhile for batteries, there are also some factors to be considered to determine the number of batteries that is required to power a house. These factors include the house’s power or electricity usage, the period of time in which the battery will be used as well as the battery’ specifications.

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.

can solar thermal be used for central heating?

If you’re thinking about getting a solar thermal system for your home, it’s normal to consider the possibility of using the system for central heating. So is this viable? In this article, you’ll learn how solar thermal panels can be incorporated for heating. Let’s have a closer look!

Heating and hot water systems, on the average, takes up a sizeable part ( up to 70 percent) of our energy bills. Now take a moment to imagine how cool it’ll be to generate your own hot water for free without having to depend on any supplier which in turn significantly reduces your energy bills. Well, this is exactly the work of central heating systems that are powered by solar. That’s super cool, right? Well, let’s have a look at how this works.

While solar panels generates electricity, solar thermal panels produces heat for hot water production. However, what’s important is the fact that they both make use of the sun’s natural energy to provide us with a free and renewable energy we can use in our homes. Here’s how it works.

Solar thermal panels directed at central heating incorporates the sun’s natural energy to heat water in a storage cylinder which is then available for use at home. These solar thermal panels are exposed to the sunlight by fitting them on the roof of the home. Generally, they’ll include tubes that contains liquid whose job is to collect the heat and then transfer it to a hot water cylinder that’s solar compatible in your home. The heat is generated for free and is also renewable. This is help you save lots of money on oil, gas and even electricity which you purchase to power the cylinder.

does solar thermal work in the winter?

If you’re considering getting a solar thermal system, one of the first things that comes to mind is the possibility of the system functioning properly during the cold months. The short and simple answer to this question is yes, a solar thermal system works in the winter. However, the downside here is that it’ll be a lot less efficient when compared to how it operates during the warmer months or summer. As a result of this fact, you’ll likely need to rely more on your boiler, immersion heater or any other backup heating system during this period as your solar thermal system will fail to contribute as much as it does during the warmer months. So what exactly is the reason why solar thermal is less effective and less efficient in the winter period? Let’s have a look!

As you know, solar thermal system banks on the sun’s energy to heat the water for your home’s use. During the cold months or winter, the sunlight becomes a lot less available when compared to the warmer months, as a result, there’s less sunlight that’s available to be used for its solar energy. And even more so at the periods when the days are shorter or skies are clearly overcast.

Also having a great impact on a solar thermal system’s output is heavy snow. Flat plate collectors normally have the capacity to cope better during snowy conditions as the light that’s able to travel through the snow will heat up the absorber plate - thereby making the snow slide off more quickly. However, the case is contrary with evacuated tube collectors which possesses a form of vacuum insulation that’s crafted to minimize the loss of heat, meaning they can’t generate heat to melt and cause the snow to slide off in a similar way.

Does rewiring a house add value?

Rewriting a residence adds so much greater than financial value. It includes comfort, safety, resale value when you concern sell it. If you have 2 homes in the very same road both of very same dimension, comparable spec as well as style yet one has electrical wiring from 1970/1980's and also the various other one has been rewired in the last 5years it will be picked up on study the potential customers and also their solicitors will undoubtedly try to obtain a ₤ 5-10k reduction in cost due to the fact it will require rewriting. So although no financial gain will certainly be seen quickly when it comes to sell it will be self noticeable plus your home will be extra attracting clients.

 

Rewiring a residence will add worth when you come to sell because when a land surveyor involves check your home and sees that he is most likely to state this to there customer which subsequently after that makes the house better. Most individuals when buying a residence would like to know has it been re-wired lately as well as this results from the high price included and also the upheaval that is really felt when a house has to be re-wired. But in general I would say that rewiring a home if it requires it is most definitely a worthwhile task obtaining done.

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