Professional Electrical Installation, Maintenance & Testing

Common warning signs include deteriorating wiring, frequent electrical faults, damaged accessories, overheating or an installation that no longer meets your property's electrical requirements. Older properties may benefit from an electrical inspection to establish the condition of their wiring. Prime Premises can assess your installation and recommend whether a full rewire, partial rewire or targeted improvements would be the most suitable solution.

Your consumer unit may require upgrading if it has outdated rewirable fuses, damaged components, insufficient circuit protection or signs of overheating. Older installations may also lack modern RCD or RCBO protection. However, age alone does not automatically mean replacement is necessary. Prime Premises can assess your existing consumer unit and advise whether repairs, improvements or a complete replacement would be appropriate.

Most properties with suitable electrical infrastructure can accommodate a dedicated EV charging point, although an assessment is required before installation. Factors include your existing electrical supply capacity, earthing arrangements, available installation space and the location of the charging equipment. Some installations may require additional electrical work or approval from the electricity network operator. Prime Premises can assess your property and recommend a safe, practical charging solution tailored to your requirements.

In England, landlords must generally provide at least one smoke alarm on every storey used as living accommodation and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room used as living accommodation containing a fixed combustion appliance, excluding gas cookers. Additional alarms may be necessary depending on the property's layout, fire risk assessment and applicable licensing or building requirements. Prime Premises can advise on suitable alarm types, locations and installation options to help improve occupant safety and support regulatory compliance.

In many cases, additional lighting can be installed using existing electrical circuits, provided they are suitable and have sufficient capacity. Whether you require recessed downlights, garden lighting, security lighting or additional ceiling lights, Prime Premises can assess your current installation and recommend an appropriate solution. Where necessary, new wiring or dedicated circuits can be installed to ensure the lighting operates safely and reliably.

A circuit breaker may trip for several reasons, including overloaded circuits, faulty appliances, damaged wiring or electrical faults. At Prime Premises, we carry out systematic fault finding to identify the underlying problem and recommend the most appropriate repair. Repeated tripping should never be ignored, as it may indicate a potentially dangerous electrical issue.

Yes. A call-out fee generally covers the electrician's attendance, time and professional assessment, regardless of whether the fault can be repaired during the initial visit. Even when an immediate repair is not possible, our aim is to identify the cause of the problem, assess any safety concerns and recommend the appropriate next steps. Any further work or additional charges will be discussed with you before proceeding.

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses the safety and condition of a property's fixed electrical installation. The recommended inspection frequency depends on the property type, its use and the condition of the installation. Owner-occupied homes are commonly recommended for inspection at intervals of up to ten years, while private rented properties in England generally require inspection and testing at least every five years, or sooner if specified. Prime Premises provides electrical inspections and detailed reports identifying any defects or safety concerns.