How Much Does It Cost To Wire A House In Uganda
To wire a house in Uganda will cost you around $35 (Shs129,761).
House owners must know that electric wiring can be compared to a doctor carrying out an operation in that any slight mistake can cause death,’’ Kigongo remakes.
Wires for different rooms
Kigongo says you need to know the right wires for the right purpose, as lights in the house require wires of 1.5millimetres, socket 2.5millimetres and the shower rooms, kitchen will require 4millimetres.
The biggest mistake house owners do is to think that all wires operate the same way and when the wrong millimeters or gauges are used in the wrong outlets, the wires will keep heating causing a spark; however this might not happen in a single day.
When buying wires
While the importance of electric wiring is clear, the wrong type of wire can cause disaster. That is why it is important to remember certain things like the gauge of the wire, the capacity and the purpose as Emmanuel Tumusima an electrician with Emma Electrics Bweyongerere explains.
Load
The design and specifications of the wire in teams of gauge should allow it to handle voltage loads of certain levels.
“A simple point to keep in mind when choosing a wire is the smaller the wire diameter, the smaller the load and the reverse is true,” Tumusima explains.
Durability
Also, the wiring should be able to transfer electric currents at maximum levels without ever overheating.
Also, the wiring should not deteriorate from exposure to moisture and chemicals. This can be common in places like the bathroom and the kitchen.
Fixing the wires
Tumusima says the first phase is done before plastering the walls and the ceiling. This saves you from having hanging wires.
After the plastering has been done and the walls and ceiling are in place, It is normally at this point that the consumer unit will be connected and the wiring tested. Ensuring that the wiring, light switches and plug sockets work and are safe.
How much does it cost to apply for electricity in Uganda?
The Approved New Connection Cost is inclusive of Meter Test Fees of Ush 8,000 payable to Uganda National Bureau of Standards. Inspection Fees Applicable: Ush 41,300.
How much is umeme connection in Uganda?
1. New Connection Fees (Standard/ Single phase no pole and one pole connections)
| Meter type | ERA Approved VAT Incl costs (UGX) |
|---|---|
| a) Wireless split meter – No pole | UGX 720,883 |
| b) Bare Conductor Wireless split meter – One Pole | UGX 2,387,472 |
| c) ABC Conductor Wireless split meter – One Pole | UGX 2,741,188 |