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Questions people actually ask.

Who actually does the work?
  • We do: two brothers
  • Registered electrician signs off every job
  • His brother runs your project, supervised on site
  • No random subcontractors
Do you offer free quotes?
  • Yes, free, no obligation
  • Small jobs: from a call or photo
  • Big jobs: a short free visit
Are your prices fixed?
  • Written quote = what you pay
  • Extras only if you ask, from our extras list
  • Agreed with you first
Is VAT included?
  • Prices shown + VAT
  • Price inc VAT (20%) shown underneath
  • Full VAT invoice every job
Do you do emergency call-outs?
What if you find a problem with old wiring?
  • We stop and show you a photo
  • Explain it in plain English
  • Give a fixed price
  • Nothing done until you say yes
What is Part P and do I need it?
  • Building regs for electrics in homes
  • New circuits, fuse boards, bathrooms need sign-off
  • We notify building control for you
  • You get a certificate
Why do I need an electrical certificate?
  • Building control, insurers, landlords and buyers ask for it
  • Yours within 5 working days
How and when do I pay?
  • Small jobs: pay when done
  • Big jobs: 10% deposit, rest when certified
  • Bank transfer or card
Do you do commercial work?
  • Shops, offices, restaurants, units
  • Fit-outs, EICRs, PAT, emergency lighting, fire alarms, EV
  • See commercial work
Which areas do you cover?
  • All 32 London boroughs + the City
  • Anywhere else: just ask

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