Hi guys,
For most of my electrical career I've worked under somebody as a mate or subcontractor. I'm now with Napit and in a position to venture out alone. One thing about the electrical industry is there is always someone willing to lend support if I'm having trouble navigating through the...
Hi guys,
I have set up on my own and find quoting jobs a real struggle.
I have quoted for jobs in the past and won them, but wondered if anyone can offer any tips/advice on what to include, or how to price competitively without doing myself out of the job or out of pocket.
I always worry I...
Hi all, any thoughts/first-hand experience with Jinko panels? We're looking at their new "Smart" modules with built-in Tigo optimisers but opinions on the company and/or their standard c-Si range of panels would be appreciated. I've got my own opinions but would be keen to hear from the...
local pub has had a break in and they have stolen all of the copper pipe, this has caused water damage from the 1st floor into the pub.
customer wants a quote on repair work how would you deal with this. i have done a eicr on pub before the break in about a month ago.
i cannot tell where water...
Hi guys.
need a little help as this has always baffled me and could never make my mind.
so if you are pricing up a job and you charge per point, does a 4 gang light switch get classes as 4 points or 2?
The reason i ask is surly a 4 gang switch is more expensive and if it was a 2 way switching...
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I guess this I on going question, ask by many newbies. I have only gone self employed this year but struggling to get the balance right on my pricing. Thing am struggling with are small jobs like, changing a light fitting £30 Is this good or bad for a singe fitting Some qte happy at...
Hello All,
Im looking for advice on how to price up electrical jobs, if i go to a job and it takes me ten minutes to sort out, what would u charge, is there a minimum fee i should be asking for, is it best to have a day rate or price the whole job,any advice would be gratefully...
Hi,
Just wondering if any of you installers out there are annoyed every time you see an EPC certificate and the following line comes up in the recommendations:
Solar Photovoltaics 2.5kW | Cost £9,000 - £14,000 | Typical Savings £265
It must put a lot of people off and also give ammunition...
Im pricing some external lighting on several industrial units which are all joined. One long length of conduit will suit although its around 150-200yards long. Nice straightforward run with no bends. Its around 8m high and away from any mechanical damage, my only concern is sun damage over time...
Hi gents I registered on this forum to hear your thoughts on the following please
its a barn conversion / cottage alteration and full rewire. I've priced for the cottage part as she wants it done in stages since there's a lot to do on the barn section before it's ready for electrics. Anyway...
Newly qualified as stated above and pricing a full rewire in a 3 bed empty property.
Rewire to include
new consumer board
11 sockets down stairs
9 sockets up stairs
Total of 26 down lights through the house.
Cooker circuit/extractor
Under cabinet lights
Bathroom extractor fan
Part p test...
Hi all,
This is a query about pricing for communal areas in a block of flats.
This will be carried out twice a year.
We haven't seen the job as of yet but have been told it is only a few lights and cleaners sockets.
We mainly test domestic and office locations so would be grateful to see what...
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Hi guys,
I need some help with pricing a job please.
property info: 3 phase 400V supply. 4 levels. 8 Bedrooms (5 with on suit, 3 with out), 1 x lounge, 1 x dining room, one individual bathrooms and entrance hall & landing.
full rewiring, including 1 x TP&N board, 1 full loaded RCD CU, 5 x 2...
Bored out of my tree currently (for once chrimbo stuff sorted early) so trying to get the labour for this quote figured out...
Been asked to do some electrical work for 2 properties to be rented out. Both currently empty.
Details listed below (sorry its a long list of stuff)
Solid hard walls...
Hi All.
I need to know the standard system(s) most people use for pricing new builds and rewires. I have checked a lot of posts and can't find what I am looking for as most posts are people putting up specific jobs with their price and mentioning how clients moaned about the price.
Basically...
Hello, new to site.
I am wondering what systems people use when pricing jobs! I mean particularly larger jobs such as an install for a three bed house new build first and second fix.
I have previously worked out materials then gage how long it will take then giving me my price. Normally works...
Wiring 4 flourecesnts lights that are already fitted and putting 2 switches on, to control 2 lights each and wiring into board. Materials supplied by me which include 30mtrs t&e cable, clips, 2 switched spurs and 4 2nd hand 5ft flourecsent fittings (as good as new) how much would you charge?
Hi all
Please don't slate me as this is quite new to me. After may years working in a variety of job I took myself of to collage to study electrical installation started with my 2330 then did my 17th, domestic installer and fundamental inspection and testing 2392.
I and hope to go self...
Hi guys,
Just pricing up a job and cant help but think something doesnt add up. I just want to charge a fair price.
I am to install 2 sockets incorperated into the existing ring, clipped. (although the run of cable will be about 30m altogether). I am also to install a new light with switch...
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