Power socket repair and replacement - how much?

Typical power (mains) socket repair and replacement works include:

• Replacing a damaged socket
• Installing a new socket
• Relocating a socket.
  

Replacing a damaged socket is a simple task in most cases. Once the power is off the socket itself (rather than the 'backing box') can be disconnected and the new socket connected, screwed in place and tested using equipment which shows the cables are correctly terminated and there is an earth present.

• Typical recommend time - 20 minutes
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Installing a new socket means locating a suitable existing ring main to extend or spur from and getting the cable(s) to the new socket. The cables will need to be set in the wall (in which case RCD protected), trunked or run under a floor. The simplest case is installing a new socket the other side of a wall to an internal existing socket. New sockets in kitchens or connected directly to the consumer unit (fuse box) need to registered with Building Control under Part P of the Building Regulations. Please consult with us with regard to sockets outside the house.

• Typical recommend time - from 1 hour (other side of wall)
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Relocating a socket means effectively installing a new socket as set out above and removing or making the wiring to the existing socket safe - live cables cannot be left in walls unmarked.

• Typical recommend time - from 1 hour (other side of wall)
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See also earlier articles on additional power and garden power.

For more on electricity and regulations see our technical support section.

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