Cost of replacing electrical cable?

muffinek

Hello

My light in bathroom is gone. It looks like it may be an issue with connection to the switch and cable may need to be replaced. 
What should I expect to pay for this? I know it is difficult to say without seeing the job but I am after rough estimate. It will be difficult to get multiple tradesmen to quote in current circumstances so I want to make sure I wont get ripped off by first one who comes through the door. 

I live in London. 

Le_Kirk

Much depends on the situation.  Is there easy access (via a lot hatch for example) to the roof space above the light and switch.  Is the switch a pull cord switch fitted to the bathroom ceiling?  On the face of it doesn't seem like more than a couple of hours work and a bit of cable which most competent electricians will have "on their van."
Why do you think the cable needs to be replaced?

Risteard

Le_Kirk said:

Much depends on the situation.  Is there easy access (via a lot hatch for example) to the roof space above the light and switch.  Is the switch a pull cord switch fitted to the bathroom ceiling?  On the face of it doesn't seem like more than a couple of hours work and a bit of cable which most competent electricians will have "on their van."
Why do you think the cable needs to be replaced?

Not quite as simple as that. RCD protection will also be required if not already present. Earthing and bonding arrangements will also need to be adequate. So there are numerous factors. 

greatcrested

£5 for a length of cable.

Disconnect each end of existing, tie string to one end and pull through.

Tie new cable to string and pull through.

Connect new cable.

Risteard

greatcrested said:

£5 for a length of cable.

Disconnect each end of existing, tie string to one end and pull through.

Tie new cable to string and pull through.

Connect new cable.

As I pointed out above it's not as simple as that.

Things must be done correctly, safely and in a compliant manner.

452

Risteard said:

greatcrested said:

£5 for a length of cable.

Disconnect each end of existing, tie string to one end and pull through.

Tie new cable to string and pull through.

Connect new cable.

As I pointed out above it's not as simple as that.

Things must be done correctly, safely and in a compliant manner.

Given the OP intends to use an electrician this would be an ideal threat for you to help and give a ball park cost. 

But that's not why you frequent forums is it? You're only on here to make yourself seem in your view superior to others. It is just in your view for the record. 

Risteard

452 said:

Risteard said:

greatcrested said:

£5 for a length of cable.

Disconnect each end of existing, tie string to one end and pull through.

Tie new cable to string and pull through.

Connect new cable.

As I pointed out above it's not as simple as that.

Things must be done correctly, safely and in a compliant manner.

Given the OP intends to use an electrician this would be an ideal threat for you to help and give a ball park cost. 

But that's not why you frequent forums is it? You're only on here to make yourself seem in your view superior to others. It is just in your view for the record. 

I pointed out above that there are a number of factors which need to be considered. Unfortunately I'm not currently in a position to survey a job in London, England as I am under unconstitutional house arrest in Ireland.

452

Risteard said:

452 said:

Risteard said:

greatcrested said:

£5 for a length of cable.

Disconnect each end of existing, tie string to one end and pull through.

Tie new cable to string and pull through.

Connect new cable.

As I pointed out above it's not as simple as that.

Things must be done correctly, safely and in a compliant manner.

Given the OP intends to use an electrician this would be an ideal threat for you to help and give a ball park cost. 

But that's not why you frequent forums is it? You're only on here to make yourself seem in your view superior to others. It is just in your view for the record. 

I pointed out above that there are a number of factors which need to be considered. Unfortunately I'm not currently in a position to survey a job in London, England as I am under unconstitutional house arrest in Ireland.

Surely you're experienced enough to give a ball park figure of a straight forward example?

Make sure to include the time you spend online  when going for parts for the customer. 

muffinek

In the end the issue was with sockets lose screw. I guess it was his fastest earned £60  

FreeBear

muffinek said: In the end the issue was with sockets lose screw.

Sis had a similar issue with her hallway lights. Posted an insulated screwdriver over, told her to turn the power off, and check the screw terminals. All it was, was a loose wire in the back of the switch, and she was well chuffed that she didn't need to call anyone in.

Undervalued

FreeBear said:

muffinek said: In the end the issue was with sockets lose screw.

Sis had a similar issue with her hallway lights. Posted an insulated screwdriver over, told her to turn the power off, and check the screw terminals. All it was, was a loose wire in the back of the switch, and she was well chuffed that she didn't need to call anyone in.

That will get a certain regular poster quite agitated!