Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Electricians in Grays, Essex
Established in 1986, PL Taylor Electrical Services has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive electrical solutions across London and the South East. With over 32 years of operational experience and a team of highly skilled electricians, we have completed more than 25,000 jobs annually while maintaining an exceptional 0.01% complaint rate. Our expertise spans domestic and commercial electrical services, including full-house rewires, CCTV installations, electric heating systems, and meter box repairs. As a company directly employing all staff, we ensure rigorous quality control and uphold the highest ethical standards, reflected in our long-standing client relationships and industry accreditations.Our investment in staff training, including apprenticeships, guarantees cutting-edge technical proficiency. Backed by a 12-month work guarantee and 24/7 emergency response capability, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern digital logistics for seamless project management. Our City & Guilds-certified directors oversee operations personally, ensuring every project meets exacting safety and performance criteria.
Services
Domestic Electrical Services
Commercial Electrical Services
CCTV Installation
Electric Heating Installation
Meter Box Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 32 years of continuous operation since establishment
- 25,000+ annual jobs completed with 0.01% complaint rate
- City & Guilds-certified directors overseeing operations
- 24/7 emergency response within 10-mile radius
- 12-month work guarantee on all installations
Associations and certifications
- City & Guilds 2400
- City & Guilds 2391
- City & Guilds 2360
Services
Domestic Electrical Services
We provide comprehensive domestic electrical solutions including full-house rewires, socket installations, and emergency repairs. Our services cover lighting upgrades, consumer unit replacements, and EICR testing for property transactions. With same-day response for urgent issues like failed sockets or lighting faults, we cater to homeowners, landlords, and estate agents while maintaining strict safety compliance.
Commercial Electrical Services
Our commercial offerings include modular lighting schemes, power installations, and emergency lighting systems for offices, retail spaces, and leisure complexes. We deliver tailored solutions from initial consultation through design to installation, with planned maintenance and breakdown support. Our team handles projects of all sizes while ensuring minimal business disruption during installations.
CCTV Installation
We install high-end CCTV systems from leading manufacturers, offering complete security solutions from site surveys to ongoing maintenance. Our services include camera installation, network video recorders, and security lighting for both residential and commercial properties. Backed by post-installation support, our systems protect against crime while integrating seamlessly with existing infrastructure.
Electric Heating Installation
As approved contractors for Glen Dimplex and Stiebel Eltron, we provide electric heating installations and repairs for homes and businesses. Services include heat loss calculations, system design, and NIC-EIC certification. We offer maintenance contracts and replacement parts for existing systems, ensuring energy-efficient heating solutions tailored to specific property requirements.
Meter Box Repairs
We replace damaged meter boxes with durable stainless steel units compliant with ESI 12-3 standards. Our non-invasive installation process maintains power supply during replacement, using vandal-resistant, weatherproof enclosures. Available in custom colours, these boxes improve property appearance while ensuring safe, accessible electrical connections for residential properties.
People
Andy Cowell
Managing Director
With over 30 years in the electrical industry, Andy started as an apprentice at 16 and progressed to Managing Director. He oversees large projects and client relations, holding City & Guilds 2400, 2391, and 2360 qualifications. His leadership maintains the company's technical excellence and customer service standards.
Steve Cargill
Director
Steve joined PL Taylor in 1992 as an electrician and became a Director in 2008. He manages technical operations, health & safety, and quality control. With City & Guilds certifications, he ensures compliance with industry standards while driving business development and contract oversight.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve London and the South East, providing electrical services to residential and commercial clients within a 10-mile radius of our Grays base.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response with engineers arriving within an hour during business hours for locations within our service radius.
What accreditations do you hold?
Our directors hold City & Guilds 2400, 2391, and 2360 qualifications, ensuring compliance with electrical installation and testing standards.
How quickly do you provide estimates?
Verbal estimates are available immediately, with written estimates sent within five working days of initial contact and valid for 30 days.
What guarantees do you offer?
All work carries a 12-month guarantee, with priority rectification for defects arising within this period.
Can you handle both domestic and commercial projects?
Yes, we provide tailored electrical solutions for both residential properties and commercial premises including offices, retail spaces, and leisure complexes.
