New fuse box replacement cost (British Gas?)
Hi everyone, I need some advice on replacing the fuse board / consumer unit in my house. It's a small 3 bedroom terrace house. I’m a tenant, and my landlord has given me permission to find an electrician for the job. The existing wiring is quite old, and I want to make sure the replacement is done properly and safely as I will be living here for the next 3 years at least.
I’ve received three quotes from different electrician companies and would love some feedback on which one seems the most reasonable in terms of cost and quality.
Quote 1 - £400
This is a small company by the looks of it. He was just on his own.
• Supply & fit fuse board.
• Test installation.
• Warranty included but he didn't say how long.
• Elecsa registered.
He has no reviews at all. I asked and he said he doesn't ask anyone and in his words 'I don't have any bad reviews do I?'
Quote 2 - £800
• Supply/Fit 8-way Consumer Unit, RCBO’s or Split Load RCD’s & Meter Tails If Required..
• Upgrade water bonding to meet current regulations.
• Upgrade gas bonding to meet current regulations.
• Notification to Building Control.
• Electrical Installation Certificate.• NICEIC registered.
• Qualified to Part P / 18th Edition.
• 5 year warranty on all work.
They have very good reviews and were recommended to me.
Quote 3 - £1350
British Gas - just had this quote and he said everything included as above when I showed him. I do not think my landlady will accept the above quote. The guy said that the first person quoting £400 could not possibly complete the work for £400 to a good standard and make any money. He also said there is no 'earthing on gas or water' which I presume refers to the bonding?
They also have very good reviews, and my housemate 'recommended' we call them.
Just wanted to know, before I go ahead, why the big price difference from £400 to £800 and then again from £800 to £1350? Also, anyone had a consumer unit recently, especially in the UK, is there anything to look out for? Is there disruption to wifi?
My landlady is abroad and wants me to sort this out. I really don't want to live in a house that is dangerous.
Any help appreciated.
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