Straight answers, written by the electricians who do the work

Real 2026 prices for Greater Manchester, what is safe to check yourself and the paperwork nobody explains. Each guide starts with the short answer.

Faults6 min read Why does my RCD keep tripping? Ten causes and what is safe to check yourself Appliance, damp or damaged cable. How to narrow it down without touching any wiring and when to stop. Read the guide → Costs7 min read How much does a rewire cost in Manchester in 2026? Real written-quote prices by property type, what moves the figure and how to tell if you actually need one. Read the guide → Landlords6 min read EICR rules for landlords: the five-year cycle, C-codes and the 28-day fix The four deadlines, what each code means, the £30,000 fine and the failures we see most in Manchester rentals. Read the guide → Fuse boards5 min read Do I need a new fuse board? Seven signs and what it costs When an old board is fine to leave, when it is not and what £449 to £649 buys you in 2026. Read the guide → EV chargers6 min read Home EV charger guide: which one, what it costs, how to charge for pennies An honest shortlist of chargers, the fuse board question, the chargepoint grant and 2p-a-mile tariffs. Read the guide → Buying a home6 min read Buying a house in Manchester? The electrical checks worth doing first What a surveyor misses, red flags on a viewing and why a £150 EICR before exchange can save thousands. Read the guide →