Help with kitchen rewire and heating costs estimate pls

[Harry Bloomfield]

Very much so, for those of us who can do it - but we were obviously talking about those who are not 'able', and for them the selection of a tradesperson can be very difficult.

There is no better time to learn!

 

[JohnW2]

There is no better time to learn!

As a general statement, that's obviously true, and undoubtedly applies to the likes of you and myself, but I don't need to tell you that there is a very substantial proportion of the population who would not have the ability and/or inclination/desire to 'learn' how to do electrical/plumbing/building/whatever work. Indeed, were that not the case, an awful lot of tradespeople would be struggling to find work

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

As a general statement, that's obviously true, and undoubtedly applies to the likes of you and myself, but I don't need to tell you that there is a very substantial proportion of the population who would not have the ability and/or inclination/desire to 'learn' how to do electrical/plumbing/building/whatever work.

Then why pose a question on a DIY website?

 

[JohnW2]

Then why pose a question on a DIY website?

I suppose that's reasonable enough question, but no matter what the answer, the OP's original question was:

... The electrician will be supplying all materials (basic white fittings for sockets) except for the extractor fan which I will supply.
What sort of a quote might I expect for this work..... just looking a ball park as I have no idea at all ....

... which certainly suggests that the OP is, for whatever reason, not in any way considering doing the electrical work himself.

 

[Rojomateus]

Hi, just for clarification as the OP i do many things myself, I’m a 62 yr old woman and I have (on my own) removed the former kitchen including tiles on wall and floor and removed the kitchen ceiling. Removed wall under 2 windows for fitting of French doors one of these was in the kitchen. (Did not fit these myself as all doors and windows in home changed.) I took all removed, kitchen and associated rubble to my local recycling centre in the boot of my car! As a result of my kitchen change. the sink (as in most homes formerly under the sink) is moving to the middle of a party wall and required floor dug up for new plumbing and At the same time (on advice of plumber when I asked about moving hot water tank upstairs) I am having a pressurised system fitted. As there is electrical work required for this and various other electrical work included in the kitchen as detailed in my question I decided it best to get a professional in to do this work… partly to save time and assist the plumber and also as I will be fitting the kitchen myself and to give me a bit of a breather before I start that. Seems likely I will also need the CU upgraded as well. Also due some minor surgery so someone else can get on with things while I am laid up for a couple of weeks. Both plumbing and electrical works on this occasion I decided were just a “little” beyond my DIY capabilities. I asked my original question on here because usually in the forums there are qualified trades people who offer advice and therefore could potentially answer my question. Due to doing a number of DIY tasks myself… and reading endlessly on how things are done my “gut” works quite well on knowing how long a task might take and rough costs of materials. However I also realise that sometimes jobs are more difficult and take longer than I might expect… so seeking a bit of guidance as to quotes in case I was off the mark. Plus, when you do things yourself a lot you lose touch with what professionals are currently charging..
I have tackled many electrical jobs before and will, around the home be adding some extra sockets, changing singles to doubles and I do change out light fittings etc. Thanks to all who took time to answer and for the discussions. I will no doubt have many other DIY queries to come and post on the forum as I continue to try and renovate my home and save some cash, and get much satisfaction by doing it myself…