Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s just a few of the questions we often get asked. If you have a question that isn’t answered here, or if you simply need advice then please get in touch.

I am a landlord, how often should I have an inspection carried out in my property?

For rental properties and HMOs, EICR inspections must take place every five years. Although it is not legally required, we would also recommend that you get your EICR certificate renewed when there is a change in tenancy. This will allow you to ensure that no dangerous faults are awaiting any brand new tenant.

What’s involved in rewiring my house?

Rewiring a house typically involves removing old wiring and installing new electrical wiring – a further break down

Cables are replaced, along with a new distribution board. New cabling is fitted into the walls and beneath the floors. Back boxes on all switches and sockets are replaced with new back boxes. Power and lighting circuits, Switches, sockets and light fixtures are added or moved if required. Adding up to date technology, such as Car Chargers , CCTV cameras, automated lighting etc., is added if required

Why should I use an NICEIC contractor?

Using a NICEIC approved electrical contractor ensures that the contractor has been vetted and approved by a leading industry regulatory body, and that they have the necessary qualifications, experience and insurance to carry out electrical work safely and to a high standard.

How much is a call out charge?

Non-Urgent request:

First Hour: £65.00 and then afterwards standard Hourly Rate:

Call out charge: £80.00
After 5pm Emergency Call Out: £100.00
Weekend Call out: £120.00

Do you work weekends?

We are available for emergency call outs for the weekend, however we tend book in work Monday-Friday.

How do you prefer payment?

We accept BACS, Cheque, Apple Pay & any card payment.