ELECTRICIAN ALTRINCHAM

Altrincham Electrical Services are your local, fully qualified NICEIC registered, insured & guaranteed electricians in Altrincham with over 20 Years Electrical Experience

Electrician Altrincham – we provide a full domestic & residential electrician service to homeowners and landlords throughout Altrincham and surrounding areas including fuse box installation / consumer unit upgrades Altrincham & replacements, extension wiring / rewiring, full house domestic electrical rewires Altrincham, partial residential electrical rewires, kitchen rewires Altrincham,  loft conversion wiring, lighting & power installation, downlight installation & wiring, outside power & cooker installations. Typical electrician jobs include adding extra socket outlets, lighting pendants and downlight installation, upgrading consumer units (fuse boxes), fitting new electrical circuits to kitchens and extensions, installing EV (Electric Vehicle) charging points, installing electric showers, extractor fans, electric cookers, hobs and many other household appliances. Gate and access controllers, wireless alarms, security systems, CCTV and wireless central heating controllers are also often required in many Altrincham electrical installations.

We understand that, when you are in need of an electrician in Altrincham you are welcoming a tradesperson into your house.  We always respect your home, and we will talk through the work required offering complete transparency in our pricing and the scope of work to be carried out. Our Altrincham electricians are fully qualified and work to the British Standard BS767.  Our Altrincham Electrical company operates under a strict set of guidelines that ensure customer satisfaction and service quality.

To further enhance our range of services, our Altrincham electrical company is now offering educational sessions on the safe installation and maintenance of medical equipment, with a focus on devices used for storing and administering medications like Vibramycin vs. Other Antibiotics https://sweetwatermedicalcenter.com/our_services/pharmacy/vibramycin-doxycycline-a-comprehensive-guide/. This initiative is part of our commitment to supporting healthcare facilities and individuals in managing their medical needs effectively and safely. By extending our expertise to include healthcare-specific electrical solutions, we aim to ensure that our clients have reliable systems for their critical medical equipment and supplies.

We are also Manchester’s No.1 Inspection & Testing company.  Through our sister site www.manchesterelectricalinspections.co.uk we carry out hundreds of electrical surveys for house buyers, home sellers & landlords throughout Greater Manchester & Cheshire.

Whether you are a landlord of one or many properties or you are a homebuyer / house seller requiring an electrical inspection report (EICR) to complete your house purchase we offer NICEIC backed, fully insured Electrical Installation Condition Reports EICR’s that are accepted by EVERY solicitor, bank, building society and lender throughout the UK.

Got a question for our Altrincham electricians? Want to get an electrical quote? Call us today on 0161 611 0044 for a free, no obligation, quotation for your electrical project. Your call matters to us, and we WILL respond.

Electrician Altrincham - Homeowner & landlord electrical services Altrincham

We specialise in Altrincham domestic and landlord electrical installations as well as serving South Manchester & Cheshire. All of our electricians are City & Guilds and Part P Full Scope qualified.

If you’re looking for electrician Altrincham we have very competitive prices and offer a free quotation on all our services along with a free design and consultation service. To find out more about Altrincham Electrical Services and the electrical services that we provide take a look through our site or call us on 07493 508 439 or 0161 611 00 44 and speak with our knowledgeable team. They will be able to provide helpful advice on the electrical work needed, and arrange a convenient appointment time for one of our electricians to attend.

  • Consumer Units / Fuse Boxes
  • EICR’s (Electrical Installation Condition Reports)
  • Electrical Repairs
  • Electrical Fault Finding
  • Smoke Alarms
  • Fitting New Lights
  • Landlord Electrical Certificate
  • Additional Sockets
  • Tripping Circuits
  • Fire Alarms
  • Domestic Rewiring
  • Outdoor Lighting & Sockets
  • CCTV Services
  • Downlights
  • Portable Appliance Testing
  • Periodic Electrical Inspections
  • Landlord Electrical Certificates
  • Electrical Surveys, Inspection & Testing
  • Switches & Dimmers
  • Earthing & Bonding
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why altrincham electrical services?

EXPERIENCE

Altrincham Electrical Services have been successfully completing electrical work for homes in Altrincham and surrounding areas for over 10 Years. We offer an unparalleled level of professionalism and service for all Altrincham electrical work.

PRICE

Altrincham Electrical Services obtain the majority of our work through recommendation & ‘word of mouth’ referrals. We get these referrals by charging our customers a very competitive price for a superb and professional electrician service.

GUARANTEED WORKMANSHIP

As Altrincham Electrical Services hold NICEIC Registration all of our electrical work is covered by the NICEIC Platinum Promise.

PUNCTUALITY

We know how important our customers time is. This is why we pride ourselves on attending appointments when we say we will and giving accurate completion times for electrical works that we undertake. Sometimes things take a little longer than expected but we keep out customers informed every step of the way.

7 DAYS A WEEK SERVICE

At Altrincham Electrical Services we like to make things as easy & convenient as possible for our customers. This is why we offer a complete 7 days a week service so you can arrange quotes and have Altrincham electrical work carried out at times that are convenient for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need a certificate for electrical work in the UK?

A: No matter how big or small the job, your electrician should provide you with an electrical installation certificate which will confirm that the work carried out meets the British Standard for electrical safety, BS 7671. All electrical work in dwellings is covered under Building Regulations. We are NICEIC registered electricians which means we are fully insured & registered to carry out all electrical work.

Q: Can I do my own electrics at home?

A: Remember that any DIY electrical work carried out by an unregistered person must be tested and certified by a competent electrician, to ensure the safety of the wiring in your home.

Q: Does changing a light fitting require an electrical certificate?

A: A certificate is not required as the wiring has not been altered. If you were changing the fitting because it was broken it would be classed as maintenance which does not require a certificate.

Q: Is an electrical certificate a legal requirement?

A: In England, Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords are required to have the electrical installations in their properties inspected and tested, at least every five years, by a person who is qualified and competent.

Q: Do I need an electrician to add a socket?

A: Whilst you don’t need to be certified in order to change the accessories or fittings, you will need to call a qualified electrician if you want to install or replace sockets and lighting.

Q: What is classed as minor electrical works?

A: The Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate is intended to be used for additions and alterations to an installation that do not extend to the provision of a new circuit. Examples include the addition of socket-outlets or lighting points to an existing circuit, the relocation of a light switch etc.

Q: What electrical work is notifiable in England?

A: Notifiable work includes new installations, house re-wires, and the installation of new circuits. Notifiable work also includes additions to existing circuits in special locations.

Q: Is a rewire notifiable?

A: Carrying out a partial or full rewire will often involve creating new circuits or a consumer unit change. This means the work is notifiable to your local building control department.

Q: How do I know if my house needs rewiring?

A: If a property is more than 30 years old and has the original wiring, it is likely to need updating, at least in part, to meet modern standards, including replacing the fuse box with a modern consumer unit. A sign a rewire is necessary, is dated rubber, fabric or lead-insulated cabling.

Q: Can I live in my house while it’s being rewired?

A: The short answer is YES. Of course, if you have just bought a house and the electrical survey noted that the property needs rewiring, then the best course of action would be not to move in until the rewiring is finished. This way, you won’t have to be present for any disruption or messiness, and also you don’t have to worry about your furniture being ruined or all your possessions getting dirty.

It’s also a good idea because, if you and your family are not actively living in the house, chances are the work will be carried out faster, as there will be no furniture or other items to move out of the way.

Q: How messy is a full house rewire?

A: Each property is different and some may not require the electricians to make as much mess, but the majority of electrical rewires require the walls to be cut, chased and chiselled. This can result in a lot of dust, mess and re-plastering works

Q: Is an electrical inspection (EICR) a legal requirement?

A: By law, landlords must have an up-to-date EICR for rented properties. While this usually means a new EICR every five years, most letting agents seem to ask for an EICR before a change in tenancy.

Q: What can fail an EICR?

AAny observed damage, deterioration, defects, dangerous conditions, and non-compliances with the requirements of the current edition of BS 7671 that may give rise to danger will be recorded and appropriately classified for remedial action. Every electrical installation deteriorates with use and time.

Q: Can you sell a house without EICR?

AYou do not need to provide an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) in order to sell a property, although it will give your buyer peace of mind that the property they are buying is electrically safe.

Q: What is the difference between EPC and EICR?

AEPC covers the Energy Performance of a property whereas an EICR covers the condition of the electrical installations within a property.