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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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Air Conditioning and heat pump systems Company with over 5 years of continual trading. Our engineers operate throughout L...
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Climate Care are REFCOM and SafeContractor accredited, and are qualified to fit, service and repair a wide range of air co...
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Cahill Renewables

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The Solar Specialists with over a decade of experience. Our goal is to 'renew renewables' with our non-sales based appr...
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WHO is SOLAR BRIGHT UK We are a family run company, with a big heart and competitive prices We the directors have a co...
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Book a Residential EICR London We can carry out 5 year EICR test and inspections at short notice within the M25 area Pl...

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27 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Derek John F

Start Date: Immediate

Type of house: Semi-Detached | Has space on roof: Yes | Looking for battery: Yes | Finance Help: Yes

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13 Feb

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Mudashiru S

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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30 Jan

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: Jane A

Start Date: Immediate

water ingress damage from roof space. check fuse box & set up 8 sockets (4 upstairs;4 downstairs) to enable dehumidifiers

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17 Dec

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Adrian S

Start Date: Immediate

customer in harlow 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 to...

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23 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: HERBERT N

Start Date: Immediate

the kitchen tap that needs replacing (with electric heater led faucet tap) 2. a new small hand-wash (cloakroom) for the downstairs toilet with tiles (covering half-way that wall, with cork replacement...

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18 Nov

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: HERBERT N

Start Date: Immediate

the kitchen tap that needs replacing (with electric heater led faucet tap) 2. a new small hand-wash (cloakroom) for the downstairs toilet with tiles (covering half-way that wall, with cork replacement...

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14 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Harlow - CM20

Enquiry from: Gerald W

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for solar hot water and confirmed on sms they would like a call with a electrician to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the propert...

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01 Oct

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Yvette L

Start Date: Immediate

10 Computers 9 Printers 1 Fridge 1 Microwave 1 Kettle

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23 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Derek F

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made enquiry for solar electricity online. customer confirmed via sms, phone they live in the harlow area. solar panels roof space available no shading to roof please contact to discuss thei...

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20 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Derek F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made enquiry for solar electricity online and is looking for quotes. roof space available little to no shading please call to arrange an appointment confirmed at 16:30 via phone confirmed at...

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16 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM18

Enquiry from: Derek F

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made enquiry for solar electricity online. customer confirmed via sms, phone they live in the harlow area. solar panels roof space available no shading to roof please contact to discuss thei...

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05 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM20

Enquiry from: Emily C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

solar panels installed at home are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have...

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08 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: Joby I

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 other forms: none please call to appoint

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16 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM17

Enquiry from: Simon F

Start Date: Immediate

Fit power shower in bathroom.

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18 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: Vaidas J

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity and are waiting to be contacted. homeowner confirmed via phone at 18:42 homeowner confirmed via sms at 18:42 homeowner confirmed via email at 18:...

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13 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM17

Enquiry from: Theresa D

Start Date: Immediate

wiring my new electric oven in are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace

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24 Feb

Solar Panel and Battery

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: James G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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21 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM17

Enquiry from: Danny L

Start Date: Immediate

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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11 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM20

Enquiry from: Natalia N

Start Date: Immediate

new oven came with a plug,old oven doesn't have a plug , need to connect new oven

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02 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Harlow - CM19

Enquiry from: Aleksander N

Start Date: Immediate

to install a electric oven are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: no please cal...

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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 Harlow is:

£1,910

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Harlow £170-£280
Solar thermal in Harlow £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Harlow £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Harlow £1,563-£4,513
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Harlow £118-£354
Electrical survey in Harlow £150-£230
Solar battery in Harlow £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Harlow £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Harlow £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Harlow £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

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.

 

what size solar battery do I need?

So, you’ve finally decided to go for solar? If yes, then you’d also probably find yourself trying to figure out exactly what solar battery size is needed to power your home or property. This is one of the most common questions when it comes to the solar system world and understandably so. In this article, we aim to give you an idea of the solar size you’d need to power your home or property before making a purchase decision. Let’s take a look!

The first thing to do if you find yourself asking this question is to identify the reason why you want to purchase the solar battery in the first place. For some individuals, they simply want to save some excess energy being fed back into the grid, while others just want protection from possible blackouts. There are also some environment-conscious home or property owners who makes this decision in order to create a carbon-neutral home. Another crucial factor to consider is your budget. A full solar storage system can be quite costly, although this is cheaper than a decade ago. Generally, the size of solar battery you’ll require depends on the following:

  • How much energy you’re able to generate: The size of your solar array as well as its efficiency will influence the amount of power it’ll be able to supply to your home.
  • Your daily energy usage needs: Daily energy usage can vary greatly between households depending on a number of factors. These factors include the number of occupants, geographical location, type of building, general household energy usage and more. Some may find that their solar system cover for most of their energy usage, while others find themselves still relying heavily on the grid.
are electric radiators expensive to run?

Are Electric Radiators Expensive To Run?

Just like many home additions, the running costs of electric radiators varies largely on a number of factors. Great number of electric radiators typically comes with an in built thermostat which is designed to turn itself off automatically when not in use in order to save energy.

However the energy provider’s set electricity charge tariff will also have a great influence on an electric radiator’s running cost. Let’s take a look at the running costs of an electric radiator!

A 600 Watt electric radiator ( on a standard electricity tariff) will usually have a running cost ranging between 4 to 6 pence each hour. However you should also take note that this scenario might change in situations whereby the electric radiator is not calling for heat the full 60 minutes of each hour. And this is more likely to be the situation as the thermostat is programmed in such a way that enables it to turn itself off immediately there’s an achievement of your required room temperature level - usually within 10 minutes from the time it was switched on. As a result of this, the running cost per hour of electric radiators will be greatly reduced to just about 1 to 2 pence.

It’s also important to note that enhancing the insulation of your home can go a long way to add to the heat retention value of each room. Consequently, the duration at which the electric radiator calls more heating will be significantly reduced, which in turn, implies a lower electricity bill.

Another key factor that can play a huge role in saving on your heating bills is the programming as well as usage of your electric radiators. Every radiator comes with an independent digital thermostat with a number of 24/7 programming options to help achieve maximum efficiency. When the radiator is properly set according to your lifestyle, you can save as much as 50 percent on your heating bills.

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.

can you replace storage heaters with electric radiators?

Can You Replace Storage Heaters With Electric Radiators?

The short answer to this question is yes. If your outdated storage heater is not heating your home the way it should, you’ll find a better replacement in electric radiators.

Being more modern and efficient, electric radiators offer a wide range of benefits which storage heaters can only dream of. Let’s have a look.

• Unlike storage heaters, electric radiators do not need to be charged up the night before which makes it totally controllable as you do not have to guess what your heating needs will turn out to be the next day.

• The above benefit leads to an even better one as the controllability quality of electric radiators makes them a lot more efficient than storage heaters. Electric radiators usually comes with programmable timers and thermostats which allows you to set various heating schedules for each of your rooms, meaning you’re only heating when and where its needed.

• Unlike some storage heaters, electric radiators do not cause wall blackening and also happen to more elegant and stylish.

• Electric radiators are not tough on allergies like storage heaters as they do not depend mainly on convection to heat

• Electric radiators also have an easy installation process with all you need to do to switch from storage heater to one being the removal of the former and inserting the radiators into the sockets.

However, if you want to make a switch to electric radiators, there’s the need to change to a standard electricity tariff from your economy tariff. And while the standard electricity tariff rates may be more expensive than the night time rate provided by Economy 7, the standard tariff rates are a bit cheaper than the daytime Economy rate. You’ll also get to use much less of electricity while also saving money on your heating bills and more.

Are solar panel batteries worth it?

Whether solar panel batteries are worth it depends on how much you’re at home and how big your solar panel system is. If you’re at home most of the day and your solar panels only generate enough electricity for you to use while for that day, then a battery probably isn’t worth investing in. However, if you have a large system that generates more than you can use or you’re out most of the day, then solar panel batteries are definitely worth it.

A solar battery storage system works by storing the electricity that your solar panels generated until you need to use it. That’s why they’re great for people that are out all day – your solar panels generate electricity all day whilst the sun’s out, but no one’s home so you’re using minimal energy except for things like your fridge and any appliances on standby. Most of the electricity charges your solar panel battery. Then, when you get home, your battery will discharge, and you’ll use all the solar electricity that your panels generated during the day.

Solar batteries are also excellent for people with large solar panel systems that generate more than they use in the day. Any electricity that you don’t use during the day will charge the battery, so in the evening when the sun goes down, you’ll just use the excess electricity that’s stored in the battery.

To work out whether solar panel batteries are worth it for you, you’ll need to work out how much of your solar electricity you’re using already. If you’re at home and you’re able to run your appliances all while your solar panels are generating electricity, a battery might not be worth it. Also, if you’re receiving export payments from the Feed-in Tariff Scheme (FITs) or the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), you might want to look at the rate you’re getting paid. If it’s a good rate, it might be more cost-effective to continue exporting unused electricity to the grid. Speak to an MCS-registered installer that will be able to help you work this out.

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.

how to get electrical certificate?

An electrical safety inspection is basically the act of carrying out a thorough assessment of all electrical systems within a property, be it residential, commercial or industrial premises. The main goal of conducting this survey is to see to the fact that all the electrical systems and installations forming part of a property are correctly fitted, well maintained and ultimately, safe. This is required to be carried out by an electrician who’s an approved contractor and accredited by ECA, NICEIC or STROMA. To get contractors who can carry out the electrical safety inspection and meet with the government criteria, you simply have to search on the Electrical Component Person database. They’ll assess the current condition of the electrical systems and evaluate if they are working efficiently while also paying special attention to any defects or faults.

 

Generally, the best way to get an electrical safety certificate ( an EICR) is to shop around. In the event whereby you need the inspector to examine a part of your property you’d have to raise his/her awareness to this. This will be referred to as an “agreed limitation in the report.

 

Failure to comply with electrical safety regulations bring about serious penalties for such landlords. Upon the introduction of the new regulations in June 2020, local authorities can fine the electrical safety regulations-breaching landlords up to £30,000. Asides this fact, it’s also in your interest to keep your property as well as its appliances in a good condition at all times. If everyone including your tenants feel safe and your property is in great shape, everyone is happy!

 

The cost of an Electrical Certificate varies depending on the size of your home as well as the number of electrical installations and appliances that needs to be checked. The price can start anywhere from £120 and above.

Electrician help and advice

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Solar Panel Maintenance: Tips and Tricks Published: 18/04/2023 Solar panels are a great way to generate renewable energy and reduce your electricity bills. However, just like any other technology, they require regular maintenance to ensure their optimal performance. In this article, we will provide you with some useful tips and tricks to maintain your solar panels and keep them working efficiently for many […] Read this article
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