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Storage heater, electric radiator or panel heater fault — diagnosed and fixed by a Part P electrician.

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Blown Thermal Cut-outs

Often caused by covering a heater with clothes or curtains, leading to overheating.

Cold Spots on Storage Heaters

Usually indicates one of the multiple heating elements has failed.

Faulty Thermostats

The heater may stay on constantly or fail to click on at the set temperature.

Loose Connections

Over time, the heat-cool cycle can loosen terminal screws, leading to arcing and burnt-out cables.

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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.

Cost range

By job type

Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Emergency Call-OutUsually covers the first hour of fault finding.
£90–£160
Hourly Labour RateRegional variations apply (higher in London/SE).
£60–£95/hr
Replacement ElementPrice per element; some units have multiple.
£30–£80
Thermostat/ControllerSmart or integrated controllers cost more.
£45–£150
Standard Repair TotalIncludes call-out, 1 hour labour, and basic parts.
£160–£380
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