New utility connection in Bickley
The short answer
New or upgraded gas, electricity or water supply
- Price from
- £1,500.00
- Time on site
- 1 to 5 days
What you get
You get a fully installed and tested new connection to gas, electricity, or water for your property, ready for use.
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When do you need a New utility connection?
You will need this service if you are building from scratch or converting a shop. The law requires every home to have a safe and reliable energy supply.
- When building a new house
- Converting a barn or office
- Installing fast EV chargers
- Adding large heat pumps
- Moving meters for extensions
- Splitting one home into two
What happens on the day
Engineers from the network company will arrive to start the groundwork on your property. They will dig paths for the new pipes and cables to your home.
- Digging trenches to the boundary
- Laying heavy duty cables
- Installing the meter box
- Connecting to the main network
- Testing the new supply
- Fitting the final meters
How to prepare
- Apply for your connection early
- Mark out all underground cables
- Clear debris from the boundary
- Pick your energy supplier now
- Confirm the meter box location
- Check for nearby water pipes
- Secure any needed road permits
- Tell neighbors about the noise
How to improve your result
- Dig your own garden trenches
- Install a smart meter box
- Upgrade to a larger supply
- Ask for a multi-utility quote
- Keep access routes totally clear
- Choose a green energy supplier
Why it is useful day to day
Having a modern connection means your home runs efficiently without blowing fuses or losing pressure. It ensures you stay warm and have constant power.
- Reliable hot water supply
- Faster electric car charging
- Lower risk of leaks
- Accurate digital smart meters
- Higher property market value
- Safe heating systems
Why we ask these questions
Your professional will guide you through the technical steps for a smooth installation. They help make sure your new home meets all modern safety standards.
- How much power you need
- Where meters should go
- Best route for pipes
- Legal permits for roads
- Safety check requirements
- Costs for the work
Frequently asked questions
Often needed alongside
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Building control inspection
Plans check, inspections, completion certificate
- Legal requirement
New-build energy assessment
SAP, predicted and on-construction EPC
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Airtightness test
Building Regs air test
- Fixed price
Water absorption (WAC) test
Masonry water-absorption testing
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
New-work electrical certificate
Sign-off for new circuits or rewires
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
New gas installation sign-off
Certificate for new gas work
- Fixed price
New-build snagging
Defect list before completion