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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

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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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Solar Bright Uk

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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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At Simpsons Of Sussex, our aim is to provide hassle free, exceptional service. You can relax in the peace of mind that you...
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365 Engineers

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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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07 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Chris T

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mr requested quotes for solar hot water from a electrician around chigwell. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information belo...

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07 Sep

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Chris T

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customer in chigwell area made enquiry for solar electricity online. confirmed interest via email/sms. available roof space no shading please call mr to arrange an appointment to quote are you the pr...

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21 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chigwell - IG7

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mr requested quotes for solar hot water from a electrician around chigwell. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information belo...

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21 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Richard M

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customer living in chigwell 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 appointmen...

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15 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Sultanali P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. mr lives in the chigwell area. solar panels roof space available not sure on what kw they want so please call to discuss their options for solar...

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21 Jun

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Kirstin S

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hi there, we need a pat test renewal on our magic mirror photo booth and giant led love letters. could you please let us know how much this would be? many thanks, kirstin are you the property owner: ...

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13 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Constantin I

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customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity and is waiting to be contacted. mr confirmed via phone at 18:11 mr lives in the chigwell area. solar pv panels roof space available, not sure on ...

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17 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Syed N

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have plans for the property available: yes how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are...

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16 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

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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 customer lives in chigwell area are you t...

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01 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

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Solar panels and battery storage

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10 Feb

Electric | Internal & External work

Chigwell - IG7

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21 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Adam M

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have plans for the property available: yes how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are...

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08 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Anslim N

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call any-time roof faces: se type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 5 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in solar panels: save...

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05 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Kashif M

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Call anytime. Roof faces: SW 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 interes...

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26 Aug

Electric | Internal & External work

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Babu M

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you require any windows: Dormer Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Do you require plumbing work: Yes Interested in Plumbing Quote...

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07 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Chigwell - IG7

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30 Mar

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Chigwell - IG7

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Rewire of 2 bedroom house. Property is a 1950s concrete construction with solid concrete walls. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many bedrooms does the pro...

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14 Aug

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: SHAKIR A

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2 BEDROOM 1 RECEPTION ROOM 1 DINNING ROOM AND KITCHEN Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Are you looking to have the whole property rewired: Yes How many bedroom...

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22 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Chigwell - IG7

Enquiry from: Maria S

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Install a new fuse box Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Do you require any rewiring in the property: Yes Do you need any sockets replaced: No Time scale: Immed...

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29 Apr

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Chigwell - IG7

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Rewiring of ground floor whichincludes li ing and dining room , hallway, kitchen , clockroom. Living roomwitb 14 spotligts, hallway 3 spotlights.

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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 Chigwell is:

£2,286

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Chigwell £170-£280
Solar thermal in Chigwell £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Chigwell £1,250-£6,150
Rewiring a House in Chigwell £2,209-£8,009
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Chigwell £110-£303
Electrical survey in Chigwell £150-£230
Solar battery in Chigwell £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Chigwell £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Chigwell £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Chigwell £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

does my house need rewiring?

When it comes to electrical works, safety is always paramount. Although a complete house rewiring service may seem quite expensive, when compared to the safety it provides, you’d realize it’s well worth it. We know all too well that human nature tends to prevail to overlook small electrical issues until it’s too late or probably gets out of hands. When this happens, not only will you have to spend more to get the issue resolved, but it may also lead to some damages to your property. Hence, the need to identify and resolve electrical deficiencies as soon as possible. In this post, we’ve compiled a shortlist of some of the top signs that your house needs rewiring. Let’s take a look!

  • Dimming or flickering lights. This is one of the most common signs that your house needs to be rewired. When a light brightens, it means there’s too much voltage and when it dims, it implies it’s receiving too little voltage. You may be tempted to think this is a lighbulb issue, but this type of decline in power is usually as a result of a loose wiring or faulty circuits which should not be ignored.
  • Regularly blown fuses. With the steady development in technology as well as electrical appliances within our houses, older style fuses that are not designed to contain this amount of electricity will end up blowing. If your fuse blows on a more regular basis, then there may be a need to upgrade them to more modern circuit breakers.
  • Lightbulbs burning out in their sockets. This is usually a sign of bigger issues in your wiring which is often caused by fluctuations in voltage.
  • Sparking outlets. These can be perfectly normal, but at times they can also be a clear signal of a potentially dangerous problem which should not be ignored.
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.

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.

how many solar panels and batteries do i need?

How Many Solar Panels And Batteries Do I Need?

Are you presently considering adding a solar system to your home? With several homeowners in the UK using solar now, many more are realizing the numerous benefits they stand to derive by getting one. Therefore, if you’re thinking about adding the system to your home but do not know where to start, you’ve come to the right place.

Here, we’ll help you calculate the number of solar panels and batteries you’ll need to power your home. Starting from the panels, you can begin by taken into account everything that makes use of power in your home to get a good idea of how many you’ll need.

• Firstly, you’ll have to determine the number of watts you use. 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.

• Secondly, you have to determine the peak sunlight hours - having in mind that the solar panels only work when under direct sunlight. Once determined, you can then multiply the figure in hours by your home’s hourly energy usage and divide by your selected solar panel’s wattage.

Generally for a 1500 square foot house, you might need around 15 to 18 solar panels to cover the house’s electricity.

Meanwhile for batteries, there are also some factors to be considered to determine the number of batteries you’ll need for your house. These factors include your home’s power or electricity usage, the period of time in which the battery will be used as well as the battery’ specifications. Once done, you’ll be able to calculate the number of batteries required by your home.

What are the benefits of electric heating?

Electric heating has several benefits. It can be paired with renewable electricity generation, so the electricity used to heat your home will be sustainable. Underfloor heating is very efficient and can be cheaper than comparable gas or oil fired systems.

I’m a tenant in a rental property and think the electrical installation is faulty, what should I do?

You should report any suspected faults to your landlord as soon as you know about them. It is their responsibility to investigate, and hire an electrician to do any work if needed. Know your obligations as a tenant and keep in touch with your landlord on a regular basis.

can you replace a gas boiler with an electric boiler?

Can You Replace A Gas Boiler With An Electric Boiler?

In the UK, there are about 22 million households that are heated with the use of a gas boiler. However, do not assume that they’re the best type of boiler to install. The fact is, if your house isn’t connected to the main gas supply, the best option is for you to install an electric boiler rather than a gas boiler. So is it possible to replace a gas boiler with an electric boiler? The simple answer is yes. Both heating system options work in varying ways and also with a different impact on the environment.

The gas boiler is able to generate heat with the help of a gas burner. A heat exchanger is linked to the burner and heats the water available in its chamber. The hot water is then supplied to the heating circuit.

However, the thing is that natural gas can actually be more affordable when compared to using electricity to operate your boiler, but they have a negative impact on the environment. This is because gas boilers make use of an odourless, colourless and poisonous gas - carbon monoxide.

Meanwhile electric boilers are powered by electrical energy, hence, no carbon monoxide leak risks. Instead of using gas to heat up water, electric boilers distribute energy to heating elements which, in turn, heats up the water. So thinking about what’s best for the environment, you’d go for electric boilers. However, they’re more costly and are not as efficient as oil boilers.

If you reside in a smaller house that’s not connected to the main gas supply, then you might want to consider installing an electric boiler. However, if you live in a larger house, an electric boiler may not be the best option as they’re mostly designed to generate little quantity of hot water.

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.

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