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When it comes to having an EICR, there are many myths being thrown around and this can lead to homeowners worrying that their property won’t be up to standard. I often get asked whether a plastic consumer unit is reason enough for a property to fail an EICR. In fact,

It’s that time again when you know that your property needs to be inspected for electrical issues. For this, you’ll need to have an EICR or Electrical Installation Condition Report, which highlights any potential problems. But let’s face it, we all lead busy lives and most of us don’t want

Owning a holiday let is an excellent way to get an additional income but there are some legal issues to consider before you advertise your property. As with any type of let, your main priority is the comfort and safety of your guests and if you’ve been keeping up to

Have you made the decision to sell your property? Are you wondering whether there are any legalities that you need to keep in mind in terms of your electrical installations? You’re not alone. Many homeowners come to sell their properties but aren’t sure what their legal responsibilities are. You may

As a landlord, you have an important responsibility to provide your tenants with somewhere safe to live. There are laws in the UK that require landlords to have certain tests carried out on a regular basis and one of those is an EICR. It’s not uncommon for an electrician to

As a landlord in the United Kingdom, you are legally bound to provide a safe and liveable home for your tenants. You’ll likely be aware of the many health and safety laws that you need to abide by and some of these are in relation to an EICR. Being able

When it comes to electrical work, you aren’t just going to put your home into the hands of just anyone. An EICR is an important assessment of your home’s electrical installations and should always be carried out by a professional and fully qualified electrician. But let’s be honest, there are

A property is probably one of the largest and most significant purchases you’ll ever make and because of this, it’s an investment you’re going to want to protect. It’s all well and good having safety measures in place such as smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and burglar alarms but wouldn’t

Your home is perhaps your most important asset and while most people have the peace of mind of insurance, an electrical fire or other incident is the last thing anyone would want to have to deal with. While accidents cannot be 100% avoided, there are ways to dramatically decrease the

When it comes to selling your property, you want to get the best deal possible. However, there are things that could devalue your home and make it less attractive to buyers. While you may still be able to sell the property, you might not get the price you were hoping

Working at MJP Electrical is a great way to take your career to the next level and have fun in the process! Our supportive team makes it easy to feel comfortable so that you can focus on making the most out of our stimulating work environment. At MJP Electrical, we

If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, then MJP Electrical is the place for you. We offer competitive benefits and a stimulating work environment that will challenge your skills and help you grow. At MJP Electrical, we strive to deliver exceptional customer service each and every

Join the MJP Electrical Team! Do you want to be part of a fast-growing electrical company with great opportunities? At MJP Electrical, we provide our employees with a wide range of job openings, from entry-level positions to experienced roles. Our staff are highly valued and our teams collaborate to provide

MJP Electrical Ltd is a leading electrical company that is driven by excellence and innovation. We are passionate about what we do and are always pushing the boundaries to deliver outstanding results for our clients. If you want to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team that is making

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Introducing MJP Solar – the solar panel installation experts in Bristol. Whether you’re looking to reduce your energy bills or make your home more eco-friendly, we can help. Our experienced installers have been helping Bristolians find the right solar panel system for their energy needs as well as solar storage

It doesn’t take an expert to tell you that electrical safety is of the utmost importance. In the UK, there are several electrical regulations laid out to ensure the safety of electricians, their clients and anyone who uses an electrical circuit. Without these regulations in place, anyone could carry out

Every time you turn on the TV or look at the news app on your phone, you’re confronted with something about the rising cost of energy bills. It’s something that is putting some people in a very difficult situation but if you’re struggling to keep up with powering your home,

Almost every modern household relies on electrical circuits and appliances within the home. Without them, we’d all be pretty lost, but with electricity comes certain dangers and while most home equipment will operate safely, it’s important to do your bit to ensure the safety of you, your home and your

Wishing all of our customers a very Happy New Year.  Thank you once again to our customers in Bristol & Bath who have employed our services over the last year. We are looking forward to working for you again in 2023 and beyond. We hope you all have a safe

MJP Electrical would like to say a great big, ‘Thank You’ to all of its customers who have supported us and employed our services throughout 2024.  We hope that 2025 will be a prosperous and happy year for everyone and we are looking forward to working hard to look after

The safety of you and your family comes before everything else and while you might feel as though your home is the safest place to be, that is unfortunately, not always the case. Thousands of homes across the UK have faulty wiring and the owners are blissfully unaware. You’ll be

Whether you are fresh out of school and wondering what direction to take your career in or you are a little older and want to try out something new, becoming an electrician is a rewarding and interesting job. Since you will be working with potentially dangerous equipment, training to be

If electrical work is not carried out correctly, it can pose an incredibly serious health and safety risk. In the UK, there are building regulations that state that all electrical work must comply with Part P and should be inspected by a qualified professional. This is to ensure that all

An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a check that uncovers any problems with an electrical system within a property. While people who own their own homes are not legally obliged to have these checks carried out, it is highly recommended that they do so at least once every ten

At MJP Electrical, we have more than 25 years of experience in working with clients like yourself. We know that your home is one of your most valuable assets and as such, we will attend with full respect for you and your property, causing as little disruption as possible. We

In a previous article on our website blog, we looked at how often an EICR needs to be carried out. While homeowners residing in the property are under no legal obligation to carry out an EICR during any given time period, landlord eicr’s are now bound by law to obtain

Understanding electrical systems takes a great degree of training and knowledge. For this reason, not just anyone can undertake an Electrical Installation Condition Report and you should only ever hire a qualified electrician who is fully registered. For information on this, you can look at the NICEIC website or speak

It can be easy to put off important electrical work such as an EICR certificate because of the fear of being heavily out of pocket at the end of it. The good news is that having an electrician carry out an Electrical Installation Condition Report won’t cost you the earth.

Knowing who needs an EICR can be a little complicated, especially if you have never had one before. If you are a landlord of a private residence or a HMO (house of multiple occupancy) then the law now requires you to have an up to date Landlord EICR which should

In recent years, the law on whether landlords need to obtain an electrical installation condition report (EICR) has changed. Where it was only previously recommended that landlords have this test carried out, it is now illegal not to have an Electrical Installation Condition Report done at least every five years. Should

Typically, an EICR is performed every five years on homes that are privately owned. However, if you are moving into a new property or are selling your home, it is common practice to have an EICR carried out. However, there may be an exception to this rule. If you have

An EICR is a much more in-depth check when compared to the simple visual checks that are carried out. You might compare a visual check as being a surface check whereas an EICR covers much more detailed, and often hidden parts of the electrical system within your home. According to

One of the biggest things that put homeowners off having any type of electrical work done is whether it will cause disruption in the home. The last thing that anyone wants is a parade of contractors coming into their personal space and potentially damaging their home. The good news with

As we go about our day to day lives, we tend not to think about the condition of our electrical installations. All too often, homeowners like you and I, don’t worry about this until it is too late. But who can blame you? Your electrical wiring is behind the walls

EICR is an abbreviation of the term Electrical Installation Condition Report and is a check that is carried out to test the safety and functionality of an electrical system within a building. The problem is that, since our electrical systems are mostly hidden, we easily forget about them. That is,

In the world of electrics, there are a lot of phrases and abbreviations that can seem incredibly complicated if you have no prior experience. You’re not alone if you feel this way and when you are presented with the idea of an EICR, you might be wondering whether this has

MJP Electrical would like to wish all of our customers a Happy Easter. We hope that you enjoy a safe and relaxing time with your families and friends. You may not be aware, but we are still offering a full emergency electrician service over the Bank Holiday, covering Bristol and

Here at MJP electrical, we have a wide range of experience of electrical work and are proud to offer an EV charging service that is reliable, safe and affordable. We have the capacity to fit chargers for any make or model, meaning that we are able to help more customers.

If there are still questions plaguing you about EV charging, we’ve got you covered with our EV charging FAQs. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, we are always on hand to talk to you regarding your questions, so don’t hesitate to get in touch. Is there a set

It isn’t difficult to stumble upon a petrol station in the UK, the roads are littered with them, but they will soon become a thing of the past as more and more EV charging stations pop up. However, for the time being, these charging stations are not as widespread as

If getting to grips with electric vehicles wasn’t complicated enough, drivers also need to make sure that they understand the different types of charging points. But don’t worry, this might not be as complicated as you first think. There are three types of EV charging; rapid, slow and fast; let’s

If you’re money savvy, then you will probably already be aware that regularly comparing and potentially changing energy tariffs is a great way to save a few pounds. It isn’t always the case that you will get a better deal, but it is certainly worth looking into. While it is

When you purchase your electrical vehicle, you will also be supplied with a three-pin mains plug. These are great for completing some of your charges but manufacturers have not been backwards in coming forwards about the potential stress these could put on your power sockets. Normal household power points are

As well as saving a potential fortune on fuel, EV drivers may not have to fork out as much as they might think when it comes to funding the charger. You will likely notice an increase in your energy bill, there is no getting away from that. However, it might

The cost of your car charging station may vary depending on the model you go for, whether any additional work is needed and various other factors. However, the RAC states that a home car charger could cost in the region of £939+. That sounds like a lot, but it is

When any kind of work is done in your home, there is always the question of whether it will cause any disruption to your life or your property. While you may think that installing an EV charger will get in the way of your day to day life, there is

Every evening, as we hit the sack, many of us plug our smartphones in to charge overnight. We wake up in the morning with a full battery, ready to start the day. However, this routine is often not extended to our electric vehicles. But just think about how easy it

If you already own an electric vehicle, you will likely be familiar with the struggle of trying to find a charging point. While there is some ‘charging etiquette’ in place for public charging stations, this isn’t always followed and this creates a lot of frustration for EV owners. While there

We have all gotten used to a new normal in recent times and while that is hopefully set to change, there is another normal that we need to become accustomed to – electric vehicles. By the year 2030, the UK government has planned to completely ban the sale of petrol

If my house is flooded, will it need to be rewired? A lot of people become concerned that if their home becomes flooded, this will mean an immediate overhaul of the wiring systems. But fortunately, this is not always the case. In some situations, if there has been significant damage

When choosing the right people for the job, you need to be sure that you are putting your home into the hands of trained professionals who know what they are doing. MJP Electrical is a team of fully qualified electricians with a vast experience of rewiring and all of the

It can be tempting to try and save some money and attempt to rewire your home yourself. However, it is crucial that you avoid doing this as it could be at the expense of your safety. Rewiring is not a job that can be undertaken by anyone and requires experience,

The length of time that it takes to complete a rewiring job will largely depend on several factors. For instance, a five-bedroom home would take longer to complete than a one-bedroom property. You should also consider that the work may take slightly longer if the home is occupied. This is

The rewiring project does involve a good amount of work and knowing that to expect can make the process a lot less intimidating. Your electrician will talk you through the work that will be completed and will be able to answer any of your questions. Your rewiring will begin with

Now that we have a decent understanding of when you should rewire your house, it isn’t difficult to see that this is something that is extremely important. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the benefits you can expect to receive for rewiring your home. The

While you will need an electrician to check your wiring for any signs of malfunctioning, there are certain things that you can look out for. If you notice any of these, it could be a sign that it is time for an upgrade and you should contact a professional as

When Should You Rewire Your House? The tricky thing to understand about rewiring your house is that there is no set time frame, but that certainly isn’t to say that we should be complacent and our household electrics do require regular maintenance. In the UK alone, more than 8000 house

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From when we were children, it has been instilled into our minds that electricity equals danger. While this is an indispensable source of power, it is also something that quite easily has the potential to cause devastating injuries, serious damage to property and in the worst cases, death. But what

It is easy to take our electric power supply for granted. Every time you switch on the TV, boil the kettle or fire up your laptop, you are using electricity, but do you ever think about where it comes from? Of course, you are aware of your provider and if

As we bid farewell to another year, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you for being a part of the MJP Electrical family. 🙏 Your continued support and trust have been instrumental in our growth, and we’re truly grateful for your business. May the coming year

As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. 🙏 Your support and trust in MJP Electrical have been the driving force behind our success, and we couldn’t be more thankful for your business.

MJP Electrical are committed to the safety of their customers which is why we are offering a full 24 hour urgent / emergency call-out service over the whole of the Christmas and New Year period. Although we hope that you all have a safe and enjoyable Christmas, should you have

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Any home in the UK that has electrical wiring will have a consumer unit, although you may sometimes hear this being referred to as the fuse box. It is a major component in the electrical network, and all power lines within the home come from it. Since it holds such

On the 18th November 2020, the UK Government announced that it would be bringing forward the date by which it would ban sales of new petrol or diesel cars in the UK. From 2030, which is 5 years earlier than previously suggested, the only vehicles that will be sold off

One of the best things about creating a modern outdoor space is the vast number of choices we have when it comes to lighting. These choices are so wide, in fact, that many people struggle to decide on the right type. Whether you are looking to illuminate your outdoor seating

Now the weather is turning cold and wintry, it is lovely to snuggle up for an evening and light the fire to stay warm. We also love a real fire too, but did you know that the UK’s Fire & Rescue services attended over 100,000 house fires last year* and

Do you find that you never have enough sockets? With so many devices these days needing power it is not unusual to need more power outlets. All too often we use extension sockets, extension cables and reels to provide us with extra outlets. However, it is very easy to overload

Have you switched to LED lighting yet? LED Lighting can vastly reduce your energy bills, improve your EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) if you are looking to sell your home and can provide a more natural or brighter level of lighting to any room in the house. LED’s last longer too,

When considering rewiring your house

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