Electricianin Balham

Balham has plenty of buyers and sellers, and electrical condition often comes up during a purchase. If a survey has raised a question about the wiring, or you simply want to know what you are taking on, an Electrical Installation Condition Report gives you a written account of it.

An EICR is an inspection and test of the installation as it stands. It records what was checked, what was found and what is recommended, and it can help you decide what to budget for after you move in. For a seller, a report can answer questions before they are asked. We carry out EICRs for buyers, sellers, owners and landlords, and if remedial work is listed we can quote to do it.

A rewire suits a home whose wiring has genuinely aged out, and it is often best timed with a renovation, when floors and walls are already open. Kitchens, loft conversions and rear extensions all raise the load on the electrics, and adding them to an old system without checking it is a common cause of problems.

We carry out full and partial rewires and electrical upgrades during renovation. A partial rewire can cover just the affected part of the house. We agree the plan with you in advance, including what will be disturbed and in what order, and we test the installation at the end. Notifiable work is certified under Part P.

Many people moving into or refurbishing a Balham home want some smart control, such as lighting that can be scheduled or managed from a phone. Older buildings can make that harder, because the wiring may not have the neutral connections or cable routes that newer systems expect.

We fit smart home and lighting installations and are candid about what a particular house will and will not easily support. If you are planning a refurbishment, the best time to raise it is early, so the cabling can be put in once and hidden properly. Tell us what you would like to control and we will explain the practical options.