Electrician
HOBBS ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS LTD
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume159
Source diversity1 source
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About
Verified electrician in Chelmsford, Essex.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"William responded promptly to my call for emergency assistance. He resolved the problem very quickly and went out of his way to identify the cause to avoid a repeat. Also, it was so good to have my initial telephone call answered. Priceless!"
"Messaged to let us know he was running slightly late which was appreciated. Replaced the smoke alarm, fitted a light and replaced a socket face plate. All done quickly and cleanly. Will definitely use again."
"Quick call out. Problem sorted efficiently. Thanks."
Detailed reviews
William responded promptly to my call for emergency assistance. He resolved the problem very quickly and went out of his way to identify the cause to avoid a repeat. Also, it was so good to have my initial telephone call answered. Priceless!
Messaged to let us know he was running slightly late which was appreciated. Replaced the smoke alarm, fitted a light and replaced a socket face plate. All done quickly and cleanly. Will definitely use again.
Quick call out. Problem sorted efficiently. Thanks.
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for electricians in Chelmsford
Across 74 rated electricians in Chelmsford, the typical rating is 5.0★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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✓Rating: 5.0★
✓Review volume: 159
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!Source diversity: 1 source
!Verification: Listed
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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.
Look for consistent reviews across several named sources, not one polished profile.
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