Eleectric shower installation

[yasseral1]

Hi guys,

Got a shower that has packed out. I'm looking to replace it with the same model but lower power spec, 9.5kw down to 8.5kw. Just wondering I don't need to change any wiring do I? Do you think it should be an easy job? or should I get someone in? How much is the going rate? Never done it before but OK at the odd DIY.

Your help is much appreciated.

Cheers

 

[davy_owen_88]

If you are going down a notch in power you don't need to do anything assuming the install was safe in the first place. Could you tell us the MCB and cable size that is feeding the shower and also the conditions the cable runs in (under insulation in the loft, in conduit etc).

Replacements are not notifiable so assuming you feel confident that you can do the job safely there is no reason why you should not. Asking for going rates is pointless on a forum where there are electricians/DIY'ers from all over the country where prices vary considerably. If you don't feel confident ask your friends/relatives for recommendations or get 3 quotes from local registered sparkys.

 

[yasseral1]

Errm, I have no idea what an MCB is and when you mean cable size, do you mean how long it is because I really couldn't tell you. All I know is it comes down from the loft and goes though the wall to feed directly into the shower.

One final thing. Should it be a matter of disconnecting the electric cable and water inlet and reconnecting them to the new one or will it be more difficult? Because if so I probably try and get someone qualified to come and do it.

Davy_owen_88 thanks for your reply

Cheer

 

[breezer]

i suggest that since you are so unsure i would get some one in.

but get sevral quotes and tell them it is to replace a shower with another of the same brand in the same place, and dont take any **** abiut them wanting to fit another brand

 

[baldelectrician]

make sure you steer clear from gainsborough. craaaaap (in my opinion)

 

[dingbat]

make sure you steer clear from gainsborough. craaaaap (in my opinion)

Agreed. I won't fit them any more.

 

[industryspark]

davy_owen_88 wrote

Replacements are not notifiable

even though it is just a replacement is it not notifiable as its in the bathroom/special location? i thought this work was notifiable myself.

i would definetly get a spark in to be honest to check the existing set up as you admit that it is beyond you. its worth checking the circuit and making sure any rcd's are working correctly (assuming one is installed)

 

[davelx]

davy_owen_88 wrote

Replacements are not notifiable

even though it is just a replacement is it not notifiable as its in the bathroom/special location? i thought this work was notifiable myself.

i would definetly get a spark in to be honest to check the existing set up as you admit that it is beyond you. its worth checking the circuit and making sure any rcd's are working correctly (assuming one is installed)

Approved Doc P, Additional Note (b) Page 8:

"Replacement, repair and maintenance jobs are generally not notifiable, even if carried out in a kitchen or special location , or associated with a special installation."

I find myself wondering why people can't be bothered to read this document. It's not long, and it's not complicated, and it's available online:

http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/br/BR_PDF_ADP_2006.pdf

 

[Softus]

i suggest that since you are so unsure i would get some one in.

Or you could find a really good DIY forum and ask for some expert knowledge and advice.

but get sevral quotes...

Doing this, and then giving the job to just one person, is a good way of wasting the time of several tradespeople. You could improve on this scheme but giving the job to someone who didn't provide a quotation.