Electrician
Ben Thorp Electrical
Trust score
70out of 100
Rating4.2★
Review volume70
Source diversity1 source
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Verified electrician in Newbury, Berkshire.
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What customers say
4.2out of 5
Highlights
"Our requirements included a comprehensive electrical upgrade to our home. New consumer unit, ceiling lights, sockets, spotlights, etc. Ben completed the works to our total satisfaction and at a very reasonable price. He has a special capacity to undertake intervening or last-minute requirements, always with a most positive attitude. Totally professional and a pleasure to have working around the house."
"Ben was polite and courteous and the work carried out was spot on to my specifications. The neatness of the work was also superb. Very happy and would definitely recommend. A good price for the work as well."
Detailed reviews
Our requirements included a comprehensive electrical upgrade to our home. New consumer unit, ceiling lights, sockets, spotlights, etc. Ben completed the works to our total satisfaction and at a very reasonable price. He has a special capacity to undertake intervening or last-minute requirements, always with a most positive attitude. Totally professional and a pleasure to have working around the house.
Seemed ok but going into loft found he had left a mess arrgh luckily have husband can sort .. Not impressed
Ben was polite and courteous and the work carried out was spot on to my specifications. The neatness of the work was also superb. Very happy and would definitely recommend. A good price for the work as well.
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Before you hire an electrician
In England and Wales, notifiable electrical work (new circuits, a consumer unit, anything in a bathroom or kitchen) must by law be signed off under Part P of the Building Regulations — confirm they will handle that.
Prefer an electrician registered with a government-approved competent-person scheme (NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA) so they can self-certify the work meets the wiring regulations.
Insist on the Electrical Installation Certificate (or Minor Works Certificate) when the job is done — it is your proof the work is safe and compliant, and you will need it if you ever sell.
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