An electrician often only sees on site what is really needed. A fuse box may be outdated, a cable route turns out harder. A good quote takes that into account.
Parts of an electrical quote
- Starting situation. What is there now, and what was measured or checked?
- Work. For example extending circuits, a new fuse box, extra sockets, a charging point or lighting.
- Materials. Cables, breakers, residual-current devices and other parts, with quantities.
- Labour. Hours or a fixed price per job.
- Handover. Measurement, inspection and any documentation.
What often causes arguments
- Chasing and making good. Who repairs what after cables are laid?
- Changes to the existing installation. If the fuse box proves unsuitable, extra work follows.
- Grid connection. If a heavier connection is needed, it goes through the grid operator and can take time.
- Schedule. When is the power off, and for how long?
Photos and measurements
A photo of the meter cupboard and the existing wiring prevents many questions. Record what you see, and note what you still need to check.
Calculation rules
For recurring jobs, such as a charging point or an extra circuit, you record the parts and hours once. After that a quote is done in minutes.
With Dealnote you add photos to the conversation and the rest comes from your own products and calculation rules. See installers.