Battery storage in Combe Martin
Prices Illustrative
Range £3,870–£7,740 · Devon avg £4,800
Battery storage in Combe Martin typically costs £5,310, with most jobs between £3,870 and £7,740, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 days on site; the next local slot is in 5 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Battery storage across Combe Martin and EX34. Fixed price after a free survey.
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Battery storage for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
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Aug 2026
Battery storage for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Battery storage in Combe Martin: key facts
- Typical price £5,310
- Range £3,870–£7,740
- 1–2 days on site
- Next slot: 5 days
- 3 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Combe Martin
Prices Illustrative- Battery storage
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Berrynarbor | EX34 6 | 1.6 mi |
| Kentisbury | EX31 9 | 2.9 mi |
| Trentishoe | EX31 3 | 4.0 mi |
| East Down | EX31 2 | 3.1 mi |
What Combe Martin customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for battery storage within 10 miles of Combe Martin, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Combe Martin compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin | £5,310 | £3,870–£7,740 | 5 days |
| Ilfracombe | £5,120 | £3,735–£7,465 | 2 days |
| Woolacombe | £4,615 | £3,365–£6,730 | 6 days |
| Devon average | £4,800 | £3,500–£7,000 | 4 days |
| UK average | £5,470 | £3,850–£8,400 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- Day 1 08:00Arrive & survey
Walk-round, agree cable routes and protect floors.
- Day 1 09:00Isolate
Supply switched off; temporary power set up if needed.
- Day 1–2First fix
Cables, mounts and containment installed.
- Day 2–3Second fix
Fittings, panels or units connected.
- Final dayTest
Full tests to BS 7671; results recorded.
- HandoverCertificate
EIC issued, Part P notified to North Devon Council building control.
Combe Martin local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | North Devon Council handles building control for Combe Martin. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Older stone and render, many holiday lets. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Coastal: salt air shortens the life of outdoor fittings, so IP65+ is advised. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Combe Martin customers say
46 reviews“Turned up when they said, battery storage done and tested in 1–2 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, High Street, Combe Martin · Sep 2026
How much does battery storage cost in Combe Martin?
Battery storage in Combe Martin typically costs £5,310, with most jobs between £3,870 and £7,740, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 days on site; the next local slot is in 5 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does battery storage take in Combe Martin?
Usually 1–2 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Combe Martin?
The next available slot near EX34 is in 5 days. 3 electricians cover Combe Martin.
Is battery storage worth it without solar panels?
It can be if you're on a cheap overnight tariff. You charge the battery at night and run the house on it during the day. With solar too, it soaks up what you'd otherwise export for a few pence. In Combe Martin a typical install is £5,310, so look at your bills before deciding.
Where does the battery go?
Usually a garage, utility room or an outside wall near the fuse box. Near the sea in Combe Martin, an indoor spot is better, as salt air is hard on outdoor units.
Who signs off battery storage work in Combe Martin?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify North Devon Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
Do you cover the villages round Combe Martin, like Berrynarbor and Kentisbury?
We do. The battery storage prices on this page already include jobs in Berrynarbor, Kentisbury, Trentishoe, East Down. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Combe Martin work, so the next slot (in 5 days) normally applies to you too.
What size battery do I need?
A 5 kWh battery suits a small home that uses under 8 kWh a day. Most family homes go for 10 kWh. If you've got an EV or heat pump, 13.5 kWh or more. Your installer should look at a year of smart meter data first, not guess.
Do solar panels and batteries cope with salt air in Combe Martin?
Panels are fine, but the fixings, isolators and inverters near the sea need care. Ask for marine-grade or stainless clamps and keep the inverter and battery indoors if you can. Close to the front in Combe Martin, get the system checked every couple of years.
How do Combe Martin prices for battery storage compare with Ilfracombe?
Combe Martin typically comes in at £5,310 and Ilfracombe at £5,120, with Devon as a whole around £4,800. The gap is mostly down to property type and travel, so a quote from a firm in either town is worth having.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Combe Martin?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in EX34. Your electrician can't touch those. If the cutout is cracked, scorched or old, they'll report it, and National Grid (South West) usually replaces it free.
Do I need planning for battery storage in Exmoor National Park near Combe Martin?
Usually not for a normal home, but the rules are tighter in a National Park. Kit on a wall facing the road, ground-mounted panels and anything on a listed building can need consent. Check with Exmoor National Park Authority planning before you book, not after.
Is parking a problem for electricians in Combe Martin?
It can be. Steep, narrow streets in Combe Martin mean vans often park a walk away, and big jobs need kit carried up. Tell the electrician about steps and parking when you book. It rarely changes the £5,310 price, but it helps them plan the day.
Who do I call in a power cut in Combe Martin?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
- Ilfracombe4.2 mi · £5,120
- Woolacombe8.2 mi · £4,615
- Barnstaple8.5 mi · £4,880
- Lynton & Lynmouth8.6 mi · £5,285
- Braunton8.7 mi · £5,215
- Solar PVfrom £5,530
- EV charger installationfrom £940
- Fuse box replacementfrom £500
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.