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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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Bedwell Electrical

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We have fully trained Electricians and Plumbers who can sort all electrical, plumbing or heating problems you might have. ...
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Fushi Electrical

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Small local Electrical contractor. reliable and professional service we cover all areas of electrical work from small dome...
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Energy Store (Dorest)

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We understand that due to the energy crisis more people are investigating ways of becoming more self sufficient with their...
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Electric Electrical

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11 Jan

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Matthew L

Start Date: Immediate

New cooker hob installed within 1 month. Keeps tripping out. Engineer been and says it must be a fault in the cable. Advised that the cable is 2.5mm, but should be a 6mm?. Original installation comple...

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02 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Ray B

Start Date: Immediate

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we have a timer system that is not working. we had a new dimplex radiator installed last year. we also have night storage heaters which aren’t working due to the timing issue. are you the property o...

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01 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Michael C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an enquiry for solar electricity online. homeowner lives in the chard area solar pv panels not sure how many panels they need little to no shading please call to make an appointment are...

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30 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Mark B

Start Date: Less than one month

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 the roof you are looki...

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28 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Jon D

Start Date: Immediate

customer in chard areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for solar hot water.confirmed interest via sms and email at 28/08/2022 08:57.please call to arrange a...

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28 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Jon D

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry solar electricity. homeowner confirmed interest via roof space available little to no shading homeowner lives in chard area please call to arrange appointment and disc...

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01 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Gareth E

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 other forms: none please call to appoint

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21 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Allen S

Start Date: Less than one month

are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 other forms: none please call to appoint

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15 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Christopher D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 other forms: none please call to appoint

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12 Aug

Electric | Internal & External work

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Peter E

Start Date: Immediate

power supply to a new cooker checked, was advised by curries to swap fuse from 30 amp to 40 amp but had other people suggest checking the cables and cooker switch too. are you the property owner: tena...

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26 May

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Claire S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

afternoon - we require approx 236 items to be pat tested & inspected within our manufacturing premises in the next 2 months. could you please give us a quote for this. many thanks claire are you the ...

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03 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Alison G

Start Date: Immediate

electrical certificate required as property is sold.

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16 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Paul N

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 5+ current source of heating for the renewable incentive: oil other forms: solar hot water agr...

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08 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Michael P

Start Date: Immediate

Call anytime. Roof faces: SE Type of building: Terraced Number of bedrooms: 2 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. Hot water tank: No How became interested...

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01 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Michael P

Start Date: Immediate

call anytime. roof faces: south type of building: semi-detached number of bedrooms: 3 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. hot water tank: no how became in...

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02 Aug

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Linda M

Start Date: Immediate

remove a gas lgp boiler and install a electric boiler for 3 bed house are you the property owner: relative of owner is this for a residential or commerial building: domestic type of current boiler: lp...

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04 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Martin G

Start Date: Immediate

enquirer: property owner general information: install a duel fuel cooker. gas and electric outlets are in place beside are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you...

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09 Apr

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: And H

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner General information: Had. Fuse box unrated in 4 ,2,16 unable to,find part p certificate Number of bedrooms: 3

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04 Mar

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Stephen W

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner General information: newly installed consumer unit in Jan 2020, all smoke , heat alarms Number of bedrooms: 3

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19 Feb

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Chard - TA20

Enquiry from: Stephen W

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner Number of bedrooms: 3

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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 Chard is:

£2,078

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Chard £300-£460
Solar thermal in Chard £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Chard £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Chard £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Chard £135-£207
Electrical survey in Chard £150-£230
Solar battery in Chard £2,540-£4,695
Garden lighting in Chard £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Chard £4,200-£7,550
Electric vehicle charger in Chard £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

is solar thermal worth it in the uk?

If you’re thinking about installing a solar thermal system in your house, it’s always important to put into consideration numerous factors before you proceed. While some solar thermal systems are suitable for use at home, there are also some that are suitable for businesses or organizations which normally requires a big amount of hot water like hotels, restaurants, schools, hospitals and many more. You’ll also find some types available in the market that are suitable for communities to satisfy communal hot water demands.

It should, however, be noted that solar thermal systems do not have the capacity to produce all the hot water demand of a house. In the UK, an average household will need an annual water heating of between 3000kWh to 5000kWh. Whereas, a solar thermal system is only able to meet about 40 percent to 60 percent of this demand.

With that in mind, it’s also worth noting that during the summer months when the solar radiation is at its peak and hot water demand is relatively lower when compared to other seasons, a solar thermal system may be able to provide all of your household’s hot water needs. This implies that during this period you may not find the need to operate your boiler at all. However, during winter or colder months, when you have a higher hot water demands in contrary to a lower solar radiation, a solar thermal system will only be able to take care of about 20 percent of your household’s hot water needs. And that ultimately implies that during this period, you’ll need to rely more on a alternative or backup source of heat like gas, coal, electricity, oil or LPG.

How to add new power sockets to a room?

If you’re thinking about adding new power sockets to your room, then you’ve come to the right place! This task can be a very tricky one especially if you don’t know how to go about it. If you don’t have the skills or experience necessary to pull this off, then we’d strongly recommend you hire the services of qualified and licensed electrician who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’re going to take you through the numerous steps you’d have to take to make sure your new power sockets is added successfully. Let’s take a look!

  • All the power to the working area at the primary electrical panel should be turned off.
  • Identify the cut area for individual electrical box.
  • Pilot saw blade by drilling corner holes
  • Drill into framing for wiring, if required
  • Connect electrical wires to the electrical panel from the outlet box holes, pulling four feet through the wall.
  • Attach white wires to silver screws as well as black wires to brass screws and also the ground wire.
  • Incorporate electrical tape to tape around the box
  • Connect the box to the wall and cover with the outlet plate
  • Carry out the process for individual outlet needed
  • De-energize the entire electrical panel by shutting off the house’s main breaker
  • Fit an arc volt breaker by connecting white and black wire to the breaker
  • Connect white wire from the new breaker directly onto the neutral bar of the electrical panel
  • Finally, you can turn the main breaker back on.

 

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.
How much are Tesla solar batteries?
Tesla solar batteries are some of the most expensive solar battery storage systems on the market. The Powerwall and Powerwall 2.0 are both excellent options for homes that generate a lot of electricity from their solar panels, but they might not be worth it for those that only have small solar panel systems. But exactly how much are Tesla solar batteries? Since the Tesla Powerwall 2.0 is the latest solar battery, we’ll focus on this one. With installation, you can expect to pay anywhere between £6,500 and £9,000. Other lithium-ion batteries, like SolaX or the LG Chem, will cost around £4,000, so you can see the difference in price. The benefit of the Tesla solar batteries is that they have a huge capacity. Most battery storage systems have a useable capacity of somewhere between 4-8 kWh, whereas the Powerwall has a useable capacity of 13.5 kWh. This is excellent if you have a large solar panel system that generates a lot of electricity, since you’ll be able to store all of it to use yourself rather than sending any back to the grid. However, if your system can’t generate that much, it might not be worth spending the extra money on a Powerwall. Another thing to consider is how long Tesla solar batteries last. The Powerwall 2.0’s standard warranty is 10 years, and Tesla state that it should work at at least 70% capacity for those 10 years. That’s a pretty good warranty, and Tesla says that the battery should last way beyond that. So you could have the Powerwall for around 20 years, making it seem like a better investment. Just consider whether you need such a high-capacity battery before making your purchase.
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.

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.

How much do electric radiators cost?

How Much Do Electric Radiators Cost?

If there’s an age-long question that doesn’t seem to go away any time soon it’s how much do electric radiators cost? Although it would be perfect to offer an exact figure you can actually work with as the cost of running your heating system, but unfortunately you’ll have to consult a clairvoyant individual to get that. The question is almost synonymous with asking to know what your utility bill will be this month or the next. This is an answer that’s specific to each household, so it would be impossible to provide an answer that applies to all households in the UK. This is because there are several influencing factors that affects what the final cost of your household’s electricity bill will be. Let’s take a look at these factors!

• The size of the room you want to heat. As you would have guessed, the larger the room, the higher the amount of energy that’ll be incorporated, which means a greater electricity bill.

• The age of your house. There’s a high possibility your household ( if it’s an old one) lacks sufficient insulation which makes it less energy efficient, except you’ve already made some necessary changes.

• Your individual needs. Depending on your personal requirements, you electricity bill may be greatly influenced to be higher or lower. And the more people you have in your home, the more the energy you’re likely to consume.

• Time of the year. During the winter months, you’re likely to use a lot more electricity and heating because the weather tends to be colder.

• Your property’s exposure to natural elements. For instance a terraced home with houses on either side will be able to retain heat much longer and there less electricity and heating than a fully detached home.

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.

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