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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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Arrow Insulation was established in 2015 and based out of Poole. Now we enjoy a fabulous state of the art facility in Fare...
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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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Orange Solar Systems

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At Orange Solar Systems we specialise in the supply and installation of solar panels for domestic and commercial use. We a...
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Henshall Electrical

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Helping homeowners, business owners and companies achieve amazing results from their ideas. With over 20 years experien...
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Simpsons Of Sussex Electrical

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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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07 Nov

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southampton - SO30

Enquiry from: Ben L

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Have several items needing testing for event next week, certificates required. Can bring them all along for testing but, need a quote asap! Thanks

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15 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO31

Enquiry from: Ben T

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hi, recently moved into a house. we’d like 3 light switch covers replaced and 1 double socket cover replaced. at this stage we’d just like a quote for the work. if there’s any further info you ...

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01 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Southampton - SO14

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Type of house: Terraced | Has space on roof: Yes | Looking for battery: Yes | Finance Help: Yes

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29 Aug

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO32

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customer in southampton area has requested that we arrange quotes for their electrical work project.mrs are considering various options and would like to discuss with a electrician directly.please cal...

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15 Aug

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southampton - SO31

Enquiry from: Daren N

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40-50 items to be tested at head office

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09 Aug

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southampton - SO31

Enquiry from: Daren N

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40-50 site tools majority are rechargeable required testing within the next 7 days please.

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18 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO16

Enquiry from: Keith W

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hard-wire installation of a brand-new, freestanding, electric cooker - wiring exists and cooker will be in situ on 20th july are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other d...

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14 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO16

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miss requested quotes for electrical work from a electrician around southampton. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information...

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07 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO15

Enquiry from: Danny A

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Hi Martin.. I hope you are well.? I have just started work at Walsall Electrical Southampton. Could we have a chat when you are available. It would be great if we could get an account open here for yo...

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06 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO31

Enquiry from: David I

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Additional Sockets next to fusebox

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04 Jul

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO16

Enquiry from: Mary K

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it is just to change a light bulb in the kitchen ceiling. it is one with the fitting that goes into the ceiling. a small job but as my husband has alzheimers he cannot manage it and we are both elderl...

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27 Jun

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southampton - SO30

Enquiry from: Katrina T

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Hi, Do you have any availability for PAT testing this week? Hedge End carnival is Saturday and we might need our equipment tested by then. In Hedge End, 20 Lower St Helens Road, ***. I do...

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19 Jun

Electric | Re-wiring & New Circuits

Southampton - SO16

Enquiry from: Mark G

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New purchase house Requires likely full rewire and fuse box to meet rental compliance. Looking for quotes on the job asap but some flexibility to start date. Sometimes it's diffiicult for ...

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15 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Lyndhurst, Southampton - SO40

Enquiry from: Anna J

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Good morning, I'm looking to get a quote for an Electrical Safety Check/overall check on a 1 bed flat I am buying in Totton. I may also need some switches/sockets changing. If you would be able to ...

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03 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Southampton - SO31

Enquiry from: Rebecca H

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Having issues with the aerial connection, it's working in another room so think it's the socket. Please can you help? Thanks

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02 May

Electric | Internal & External work

Lyndhurst, Southampton - SO40

Enquiry from: David P

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there is a black box between the meter board and the consumer unit that is currently mounted on a wooden partition, british gas have said that this needs to be relocated onto the brick wall before the...

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02 May

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Lyndhurst, Southampton - SO40

Enquiry from: Al B

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PAT testing on approximately 10-15 items in a home office.

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17 Apr

Electric | Internal & External work

Lyndhurst, Southampton - SO40

Enquiry from: Amy D

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Hi, I am looking to get some sockets changed from singles to doubles. Can you assist

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05 Apr

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Southampton - SO31

Enquiry from: Tom K

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Hi, I am the Chairman of Sarisbury Athletic Cricket Club and are after a quote for PAT testing of the services within our clubhouse, is this something you can provide? Kind regards, Tom

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17 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Southampton - SO16

Enquiry from: Sami D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made enquiry online for solar electricity via one of our websites. customer lives in southampton area. roof space available, no shading please call to arrange appointment and discuss options...

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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 Southampton is:

£2,419

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Southampton £300-£460
Solar thermal in Southampton £3,000-£4,600
Electric heaters in Southampton £1,250-£6,150
Rewiring a House in Southampton £3,063-£9,513
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Southampton £115-£204
Electrical survey in Southampton £150-£230
Solar battery in Southampton £3,080-£5,390
Garden lighting in Southampton £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Southampton £3,400-£5,100
Electric vehicle charger in Southampton £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

How do I know if my fuse box is faulty?

If your fuse box keeps tripping or blowing fuses, it may need replacing. Other signs that your fuse box is not working properly include humming, sparking and lack of power. Contact an electrician and ask for a safety report, this will diagnose the problem and lead to a quick fix.

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.

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 long will a solar panel battery last once it's dark?

If you’re thinking about installing a solar system in your home or property, this is probably one of the things you’d like to know before making a purchase decision. Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into this to help you make the best informed decision possible moving forward. Let’s take a look!

First and foremost, it must be stated that providing a short and accurate answer to this question is nearly impossible as the amount of time a solar panel will last after dark is influenced by a number of factors. These factors include the size of your solar system, the battery size as well as your power usage. As you would have imagined, batteries are charged when there is excess energy that’s being produced by your solar system but it’s not being incorporated to power your home or property. More often than not, this occurs during the sunlight’s peak periods from about 10am to 2pm.

The time it’ll take for your battery to charge is influenced by the size of your solar system in Kilowatts, the size of your battery as well as the rate in which your system is being used. Your battery can be charged in a day or two, of course unless it’s an over-sized battery for your system.

When the sun sets and your solar panels can no longer directly run your appliances via electricity generation, the battery then kicks in. You will use about 1 to 2 kW’s of power if you’re watching TV, using the oven as well as lights internet etc. in other words, even a small solar panel battery will last all night. However, the same doesn’t apply if you’re having a party with running floodlights, three fridges and air conditioner as the battery will drain a lot faster.

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.

 

are all electric vehicle chargers the same?

With each year that passes, the amount of electric cars on the road keeps rising and with them comes a necessity to develop new infrastructures and also accessories like charging cables as well as connectors for easy sustainability. This concept is still pretty much new to the general public as most people still use vehicles that are fuelled by petrol and diesel. There are also some differences in design which asides from the lack of an engine underneath the vehicle’s bonnet, the way in which an electric car is filled up largely varies petrol or diesel powered vehicles. There’s a lot that people will have to learn about electric cars and even more so when it comes to their everyday use. One of the most common questions a lot of individuals ask about electric cars is whether all electrical vehicle chargers are the same. If you’re also looking for an answer to this question, then you’ve come to right place!

 

If you’re interested in getting an electric car, charging your vehicle at home may not generate any major concern but what about making use of the public charging system? This is when it gets a bit confusing because if you’ve never had to do it before you may worried about making use of the wrong charger on your car. So the question is, does every electric vehicles have the same plug? The answer is simple - there are different plugs and cables for varying electric vehicle brand as well as points of use. In general, you’d have to choose most suitable charging level for your electric vehicle.

how does solar thermal generate electricity?

Are you thinking of installing solar thermal systems in your home or property and wondering exactly how it works to generate electricity? Regardless of your motive, in this article you’ll learn in simple details how solar thermal is how solar thermal doesn't provide electricity for your home.

If you are looking to generate electricity for your home then Solar PV are able to generate electricity simply by absorbing and focusing sunlight in such a way to create a temperature level that’s high enough to generate the much needed electricity. There are two main components that comes with the solar energy collectors of each. These two components include, the reflectors ( mirrors), which works to absorb and concentrate the sunlight onto a receiver. In several types of the solar thermal power systems, a heat transfer fluid is then heated and distributed in the receiver so as to generate steam. Once the steam as been produced, it’s then transported to the turbine where it’s turned into a mechanical energy, which in turn powers the generator to produce electricity.

Solar thermal power or electric systems are usually embedded with a tracking system which keeps the sunlight concentrated on the receiver all day long as the sun changes position in the sky. They also come with a wide array of collectors which works of distribute the heat absorbed to a turbine as well as the generator. A lot of solar thermal power facilities will gave two or more plants with different arrays and generators.

Solar thermal power systems can also have a thermal energy storage system component whose work is to permit the solar collector system to heat an energy storage system during the day while energy storage system’s generated heat is incorporated in the production of electricity at night or during a cloudy weather when there’s not much sunlight.

How often should a house be rewired?

There is no set guidelines for rewiring your property however if your house is more than 20-30 years of ages it would certainly constantly be best to get an EICR accomplished to determine the problem of the electrical installation. If you are most likely to be accomplishing a great deal of repair works such as a brand-new kitchen/bathroom/extension this might additionally be a good time to have your house rewired as every little thing might then be done simultaneously

 

Modern wires is PVC covered, PVC shielded and copper is made use of for the conductors. It lasts for years. At once in the 1940s and 1950s cables were made using rubber as well as this wires was known to be harmful. Rubber protected as well as sheathed cable came to be dry and also weak, especially if it obtained very warm under hefty use, and also the threat was the dry as well as breakable rubber made use of to break away from the conductors leaving revealed live wire. This caused fires and also fatal shocks if touched. Modern PVC electrical wiring does not struggle with destruction this way so the requirement to rewire is somewhat lowered.

Electrician help and advice

Is it Worth Installing Solar Panels in the UK? Published: 29/04/2023 Solar panels are devices that convert sunlight into electricity by the photovoltaic (PV) effect. In recent years, solar energy has become an increasingly popular source of renewable energy worldwide. The UK has seen a surge in solar panel installations, but is it worth installing solar panels in the UK? This article will discuss the pros […] Read this article
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
How to Finance Your Solar Panel System in the UK Published: 17/04/2023 Solar panels are becoming an increasingly popular way to generate electricity in the UK. However, the cost of installing a solar panel system can be high, which may deter some homeowners from investing in one. Fortunately, there are several financing options available that can help you to finance your solar panel system in the UK. […] Read this article

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