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Energy HOW UK

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We are a renewable energy installer focused on heat pumps across Scotland and the North of England. We also partner with ...
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We at HEATS ON LTD have been in The renewable Energy for 26 years now .. and we are very Passionate about striving towards...
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Gener8 Solar

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02 Mar

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: Barry L

Start Date: Immediate

pat test on holiday let for approximately 15 items as soon as possible are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms: 1-2 how old is the property: pr...

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30 Aug

Electric | Survey & Certificates

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Tom G

Start Date: Immediate

EICR for one bedroom holiday let & PAT Test on appliances

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19 Aug

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: Marjory H

Start Date: Immediate

3 bedroom apartment with kitchen/livingroom and entrance hall. normal household equipment - lamps, tv, kitchen appliances. can you provide a quote and availability? are you the property owner: owner...

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30 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Kirkburn - EH44

Enquiry from: Neil A

Start Date: Less than one month

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

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30 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Kirkburn - EH44

Enquiry from: Neil A

Start Date: Less than one month

customer living in kirkburn area made an enquiry for solar electricity quotes via one of our websites. customer confirmed interest / via sms at 00:08 / via phone at 00:09 roof space available no sha...

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27 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Kirkburn - EH44

Enquiry from: Neil A

Start Date: Less than one month

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

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29 Jun

Electric | Internal & External work

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: James H

Start Date: Immediate

had new light switch covers in my hall but i found one that fell out in the cupboard tried to do it myself but botched it up it is on a loop and now my living room light outside light and a cupboard l...

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23 May

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: TERESA P

Start Date: Immediate

customer in peebles areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for solar hot water.confirmed interest via email at 23/05/2022 09:18.please call to arrange appoint...

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23 May

Solar Panel and Battery

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: TERESA P

Start Date: Immediate

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

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18 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: Mark H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity and are waiting to be contacted. mr confirmed via sms at 08:38 mr confirmed via email at 08:38 mr lives in the peebles area. solar pv panels roof...

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20 Jan

Electric | Internal & External work

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Conor M

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner General information: installing a smart thermostat to oil central heating Project type: Other

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22 Nov

Solar Panel and Battery

Kirkburn - EH44

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. mr confirmed via phone at 19:46 mr lives in the kirkburn area. solar panels roof space available not sure on what kw they want so please call to...

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16 Nov

Electric | Testing & Inspection

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: JO W

Start Date: Less than one month

elecrical appliance pat testing please are you the property owner: other property type: detached how many bedrooms: 3-4 how old is the property: 1970-2000 time scale: less than one month please call ...

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25 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Chris M

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans for the property available: yes how many bedrooms does the property have: 5+ type of the roof you are looki...

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18 Oct

Electric | Internal & External work

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: Andrew S

Start Date: Immediate

move a socket to another position are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require any rewiring in the property: no do you need any sockets replaced: yes pleas...

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05 Jul

Heating | Electric Radiators & Heaters

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Angela W

Start Date: Immediate

lpg back boiler removed and replaced with electric boiler. type of current boiler: lpg what boiler type are you looking for: electric what level of service do you require: supply and install age of bo...

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14 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Joan D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

call anytime. roof faces: sw 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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10 Mar

Electric | Internal & External work

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Mandeep K

Start Date: Immediate

Enquirer: Property Owner General information: Project type: Extra sockets/lights

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18 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

Peebles - EH45

Enquiry from: Andrew H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

survey, supply and fit solar panels, solar battery and related equipment to bungalow are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms does the property have:...

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05 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Halmyre Mains - EH46

Enquiry from: Michael W

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 5+ other forms: solar hot water, air source heat pumps please call to appoint

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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 Scottish Borders is:

£2,318

Electrician job Electrician cost in 2024
Electrician in Scottish Borders £300-£460
Solar thermal in Scottish Borders £3,375-£5,790
Electric heaters in Scottish Borders £1,500-£2,300
Rewiring a House in Scottish Borders £2,625-£4,025
Electrical testing (pat testing) in Scottish Borders £135-£207
Electrical survey in Scottish Borders £150-£230
Solar battery in Scottish Borders £3,290-£6,445
Garden lighting in Scottish Borders £320-£480
Solar panels with battery in Scottish Borders £5,200-£7,475
Electric vehicle charger in Scottish Borders £100-£1,000

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Electrician FAQs

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.

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 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.

what is an EV fast charger?

When it comes to the electric vehicles world, one of the most common questions that’s usually asked is - how to charge my electric car? If you’ve carried out some research, you’d would have seen terms like level 1, level 2 or level 3 being thrown around. In this post, we’re going to consider the meaning of an ev fast charger to give you more insight into the electric vehicles world. Let’s take a look!

 

As the name suggests, fast charger is an electric vehicle charger that’s a lot faster than the average ev charger. These incredibly powerful units can have your vehicle charged to 80 percent within an hour depending on the model and capacity of your car while also being highly convenient for those who are always on the go. So what’s the difference between rapid and fast car chargers?

 

Generally, fast car chargers are available in two varieties which includes - the 7kW which is the most popular option used in homes, or 22kW which is commonly used in supermarkets as well as shopping centres. While 7kW takes up within 4 - 6 hours to charge an ev battery to 100 percent, 22kW will take about 1 - 2 hours to do the same. Most fast devices will be AC, there are also some DC ones available as well. What’s more? A large majority of fast car chargers are untethered. This implies that the cable isn’t connected to the device allowing you to make use of your own. This can, at times, make it a lot more convenient than rapid chargers which makes use of tethered cables.

how do electric boilers work?

How Do Electric Boilers Work?

Electric boiler are installed in residential, commercial and industrial properties to serve as a reliable source of heat. Unlike other types of boilers that depends on fossil fuel burning to be able to operate, electric boilers are fuelled by electrical energy which ultimately makes it more reliable and powerful compared to its counterparts. This heating option was basically provided for home or property owners who don’t have an access to the main gas supply.

So how does an electric boiler work? Basically, an electric boiler work by heating water. Once heated, the hot water supply is then distributed to various areas across the house or property. In order to achieve the best possible efficiency at the lowest possible costs, new model electric boilers are installed by licensed and professional boiler fitters with the help of a microchip control system. Meanwhile, the microchip control system functions to oversee the management of both temperature level as well as output.

Unlike other types of boilers such as a gas boiler, electric boilers only require minimal service. If you own a gas boiler, it’s crucial to ensure that it’s serviced every single year by a licensed and reliable professional that’s into boiler repair services. During the checks and maintenance services, the gas boilers would need to be checked for possible gas leaks, as well as ventilation poisoning and other problems.

Overall, electric boilers are considered to be one of the most environment-friendly heating system which is more affordable to install in your property than a gas boiler. It represents the most ideal option for homes with gas boiler issues as well as those that are not connected to the main gas supply. What’s more? Electric boilers are also one of the best options for wet central heating and under floor heating.

what electrical certificates to sell a house?

There’s a need to ensure that all the paperwork are in place,before putting your house up for sale on the property market. An very good example of such essential document is the Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) which is used as a proof to attest to the fact that the electrical installation works carried out on the property in question was actually done and also whether or not it satisfies the building regulations. It’ll be a contravention of the law to put your house up for sale or actually sell it without producing this important document. Therefore, if you’re looking to sell your house you may wish to know the electrical documentations you need to complete the task. In this post, we aim to provide you an in depth insight into the electrical certificates needed to sell your house while also helping you make informed decisions along the process. Let’s take a look!

 

You’ll need to obtain two certificates in the event whereby the electrical work done was performed by a registered and qualified electrician. The two documents include:

  • The Building Regulations Compliance Certificate - This is provided to confirm that the electrical works done complies with the Building regulations.
  • The Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC), alternatively you can have a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate which is provided to confirm that the electrical works done satisfies the BS 7671.

In addition, the local building control body must be provided with a copy of these documents. In such an event whereby the electrical work was completed after 2013 and either it was done by yourself or by an individual who isn’t a registered professional, then there’s a need to make sure that work is inspected by a registered third party certifier within 5 days of completion. If the work is found to be satisfactory, you’ll be issued a copy of an Electrical Installation Condition Report.

what is the best home EV charger?

If you’re planning to get an electric vehicle, the next thing that naturally comes to mind is getting a good charger with it. As a result, this is one of the most common questions asked when it comes to electric vehicles. We’ve put together this list of some great home ev chargers to help you make the best informed decision possible moving forward. Let’s take a look!

  • Charge Point Wi-Fi Enabled Level 2 EV Charger. If what you need is a faster charge for your car due to the high frequency of usage of the electric vehicle, then this charger might just be the best option for you. It’s claimed to charge electric vehicle batteries six times faster than a standard 120 volt home system. What’s more? The mobile application will inform you about the amount of charge your battery has regardless of your location. This feature can be of great benefit especially when you’re trying to determine whether to put in an additional hour at work or heat straight home.
  • Juice Box Pro 40 Level 2 EV Charger. This is a level 2 charger which features a web based charging control so as to allow you control the charging parts of your vehicle from anywhere, be it in the comfort of your home or office without having to go to the garage or parking lot.
  • Siemens VersiCharge VC30GRYU. This is an easy-to-use plug and play installation that comes with a mounting bracket if you happen to own a NEMA 50 receptacle. It boasts a charging time that’s 4 times faster than level 1 electric vehicle chargers and possess a charge delay feature or 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours.
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.

 

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