Expert electrical advice from our NICEIC registered team
Featured Guide The £30,000 fine isn't theoretical. Tim breaks down what BCP Council actually enforces, the six mistakes that trigger penalties, and why 2026 is the year Bournemouth landlords cannot afford to ignore EICRs.
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EICR explained by a Dorset electrician who does them daily. Costs from £120, C1/C2/C3 codes explained, landlord rules, selling your house — and what happens if you fail. Updated for 2026.
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Already have solar panels? Tim retrofits GivEnergy and Fox ESS batteries every week across Dorset. Here's what it costs, how it works, and which battery suits your system.
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Tim rewires houses across Dorset every week. Here's what it actually costs in 2026 — real prices by property type, what's included, and how long it takes. From £2,800.
Read Article → BS 7671 Amendment 4 is here. Tim explains what's changed in plain English — AFDDs, battery safety rules, and what it means for your next electrical project. No jargon.
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How much do Dorset homeowners actually save with solar and battery storage? Real figures from Tim's recent installations — not manufacturer claims, actual savings.
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No driveway? No problem. Tim installs EV chargers on Bournemouth terraces regularly — here's how it works, what it costs, and which charger suits your setup.
Read Article → What BCP Council actually expects from your HMO electrics — EICRs, fire alarms, emergency lighting. Written by a NICEIC electrician who does this work every week in Bournemouth.
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Tim rewires Victorian and Edwardian homes across Bournemouth every month. Here's what's actually involved, what it costs, and how to protect your period features.
Read Article → I install Ohme, Easee, Zappi and Tesla home chargers every week. Honest verdict, real installed prices from £750, and which I'd choose for my own house.
Read Article → What does a fuse box upgrade actually cost in 2026? Tim's fitted hundreds — full UK breakdown from a £450 like-for-like swap to a £1,200 SPD upgrade.
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