Electric Shower Installation in Oxford

Book an electric shower installation in Oxford. We fit new showers and upgrade old ones, checking the cable, circuit and consumer unit can handle the power safely.

Why a Shower Needs Its Own Circuit

Electric showers draw more current than almost anything else in a home, often 8.5kW to 10.5kW. That means a dedicated circuit, thick cable of the right size, a suitable isolator switch and RCD protection. Using an old cable for a more powerful shower can cause it to overheat.

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Upgrading to a More Powerful Shower

A higher kW shower gives a stronger, hotter flow, especially in winter. Before you upgrade, we check the existing cable size, the length of the run and the protective device. Sometimes the old cable is fine. If not, we run a new one so the shower works safely at full power.

Bathroom Safety Zones

Bathrooms are split into zones based on how close they are to water, and each zone has rules for what can be fitted there. We place the pull cord or isolator and any switches in the right zone, and check the shower's IP rating suits its position.

About us

UN Electrical & Maintenance installs and replaces electric showers in homes across Oxford. Our electricians have 10 years of experience and hold City & Guilds and 18th Edition qualifications, so the circuit, cable and protection are all sized correctly for your shower. We give you a free quote and a clear price up front, and can work evenings or weekends if you need the bathroom back fast.

  • City & Guilds qualified electricians

  • Trained to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

  • Free quotes with clear upfront pricing

  • 24/7 emergency callouts across Oxfordshire

  • 10 years of domestic and commercial work

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I replace my electric shower with a more powerful one in Oxford?

Often, yes, but it depends on the existing cable and circuit. A 10.5kW shower needs a thicker cable than an older 8kW model in many homes. We check the cable size, run length and protection, then tell you whether a new circuit is needed before we fit the new shower.

How long does an electric shower installation take in Oxford?

Swapping a shower like for like usually takes two to three hours. A new shower with a new circuit from the consumer unit can take most of a day, depending on the cable route. We give you a clear time estimate with your free quote, so you know how long the bathroom will be out of use.

Do I need an electrician to fit an electric shower in Oxford?

Yes. A new electric shower circuit is notifiable work and must be installed safely, tested and certified. Even a like for like swap involves high current connections that can overheat if they are not made properly. We fit, test and certify every shower we install in Oxford.

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