Electric Showers
Safe and compliant electric shower installation and replacement by qualified electricians.
Electric showers require a dedicated circuit with the correct cable size, appropriate MCB protection, and proper bonding. We install new electric showers and replace existing units, ensuring the supply is correctly rated and all connections comply with bathroom zone regulations.
This is notifiable work under Part P and must be carried out by a qualified electrician. All our installations are fully tested and certified.
Why a shower needs its own circuit
Most electric showers are rated between 8.5kW and 10.5kW, far more than a normal socket circuit can supply. They need a dedicated circuit from the consumer unit, a cable sized for the rating and length of run, and 30mA RCD protection. We size the cable for every job rather than guessing.
How it works
We check the cable route, your consumer unit and the bathroom, then give you a fixed written quote. It is tested, certified and notified under Part P through our NICEIC registration. See also our kitchens and bathrooms work.
Common Questions
Can my existing cable take a more powerful shower?
Only if it is large enough for the new rating and the length of run, and it is in good condition. A higher-rated shower often needs a bigger cable. We check this before you buy a new model.
Does an electric shower need RCD protection?
Yes. Electric shower circuits need 30mA RCD protection under current regulations, from an RCD or RCBO at the consumer unit. It cuts the power quickly if a fault sends current to earth.
How much does a shower installation cost?
Every job is different, so we visit and give you a free, fixed written quote before any work starts. Call or email us to arrange a visit.
Can I fit an electric shower myself?
It should be done by a qualified electrician. Showers are high-power, in a wet area, and a new circuit or work in a bathroom is notifiable under Part P. The wrong cable or connection can cause overheating or shock.
Do you supply the shower?
You can choose your own and we fit it, or we can advise on a rating that suits your supply. Tell us the model when we quote so the circuit is sized correctly.
