With high house prices and space at a premium, many Bradford homeowners are asking “can I add power to my garage?” Quality Electrician are your experienced local electrician in Birkenshaw, Bradford. We specialise in adding power to garages and are here to explain more about the process
Why add power to a garage?
Without power, the garage at your Bradford home is little more than a storage space but with the addition of lights and electrical sockets a whole realm of possibilities is opened. Your garage becomes a useable room, and one that can have many uses. For many Bradford homeowners the addition of power simply makes it easier to see what they are storing and to safely power the lawn mower and their power tools, others have grander plans.
Uses for a garage with power:
• A fully kitted out workshop – If you like to while away the hours making or mending, then adding power to your garage provides you with an ideal space for a workshop. You can add lights and sockets right where you need them and provide sufficient power for even the most heavy-duty machinery with the right set up.
• A handy utility room – Our homes are filled to bursting with varied appliances and a utility room can free up some much-needed space. Adding power to your garage means you can safely house your washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge freezer and more. You can even set up a drying rack to keep the washing out of the house.
• A home office – With many homeowners now working from home, a space to set up an office is highly prized. A well-insulated garage with lights, power and electric heating added provides the perfect place to set up your home office space.
• A den – Kids under your feet all the time? Noise driving you crazy? Adding power to the garage at your Bradford home will give you a dedicated space for the kids to play in. You can set up a TV, games system – even a fridge for drinks and snacks.
Can I add power to my garage myself?
Adding power to a garage where a new circuit is required is notifiable work under Part P of the Building Regulations. This means it must be completed and certified by a registered electrician. Garage electrical installations often require armoured cabling to be run across the garden from you house to the garage and the garage’s electrics to be connected to your home’s consumer unit. This is not a task to be attempted by an amateur. Electrics are dangerous to work with and doubly so when exposed to the elements. A poor job could result in a serious electric shock occurring or a fire breaking out. Always choose a reputable, registered electrician to carry out your electrical work to ensure a safe result.
Garage power electrician in Bradford
If you would like to add power to your garage in Bradford or the surrounding areas, Quality Electrician are on hand to help. Based in Birkenshaw, Bradford, we are your local garage electrics specialist. Our friendly electricians are all fully qualified, NICEIC registered professionals with a wealth of experience to draw upon. We are committed to providing a first-rate service with high quality results and we come highly recommended. Contact us today.
