Whether it's just a few classrooms that need electrical upgrades, a new toilet block or a full on refurb of the science block, a number of strict safety standards must be considered when installing electrical installations in a school setting.
You need to consider lighting, outlets and switches, a power source as well as network and data cabling. It's difficult to put a price on electrical refurbishments without understanding detailed requirements, but starting costs range from £60- £100 per square metre. Electrical work in schools must meet requirements outlined by the Department for Education so it's essential to work with a commercial electrician, experienced in projects and safeguarding requirements. If your educational institution is based in Christchurch, Carmichael Electrical Services has been providing solutions to schools and businesses since the early 2000’s.
What is included in school electrical refurbishment Christchurch?
Typically, electrical refurbishments in a school environment include upgrading lighting to LED panels with smart integration, designed to switch off when a classroom or hall is empty. In the peak age of technology, a classroom can never have too many sockets so adding robust socket capacity and floor trunking is essential. Carmichael Electrical Services had the privilege of working with Twynham School, Christchurch to fully upgrade the outdated Food Technology block. Aside from the usual lighting, outlets, power source and switches, one particular requirement was a dedicated circuit for each of the interactive whiteboards. The students and staff rely heavily on technology such as laptops and tablets so a reliable data supply was essential.
What are the challenges when working on a school electrical refurbishment?
Planning in a suitable time to do the upgrade work is often the biggest problem. As commercial electricians with experience working in busy school environments, we recommend planning work for the holiday period. This is the most productive period with very little interruption to both parties, the electrician and students. Electrical and building work is intrusive, noisy and very chaotic, not to mention the dust which gets everywhere. While consulting with staff at Twynham School, it was agreed that the Food Tech block upgrades would be successful if carried out during the 6 week summer holidays. This would cause the least disruption to staff and students while giving us ample time to complete the project, rigorous testing and commissioning upon completion.
Why work with Carmichael Electrical Services?
We have a number of significant projects under our belts like Wembley and The Emirates stadium. These particular projects have been on a major scale, requiring specific electrical skills to accommodate for larger premises. However, the most recent school electrical refurbishment Christchurch was of particular interest to me as this was the same secondary school I went to as a teenager. It meant a great deal to give something back to the community.
Here at Carmichael Electrical Services, we understand that electrical safety is of great concern on projects such as school refurbishments. Customers can rest assured that as NICEIC approved electricians, our main priority is installing modern, safe and compliant electrical installations.
Carmichael Electrical Services provide bespoke school electrical refurbishment Christchurch so get in touch to find out how we can help you.
Call us on 07399 620 427.
