Business Details
19 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Electricians in Edinburgh
AEF Electrical has been delivering expert electrical services to Edinburgh and the Lothians since 2007. With over three decades of combined industry experience, our NICEIC-accredited team specialises in electrical repairs, rewiring, testing, and certification for domestic and commercial properties. As Edinburgh's first Which? Trusted Trader Electrician, we maintain rigorous technical and safety standards through annual assessments of our work, equipment, and staff competencies. Our commitment to BS7671 Wiring Regulations ensures all installations meet current safety requirements while our membership with NICEIC provides clients with contract completion guarantees and independent dispute resolution.We prioritise transparent communication, offering free no-obligation quotations and maintaining 12-hour emergency call-out availability to accommodate modern schedules. Our team's technical expertise extends to building warrant compliance, landlord safety certifications, and smoke alarm installations, supported by a fleet of well-equipped service vehicles for efficient single-visit solutions. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our punctuality, competitive pricing, and meticulous workmanship across residential, commercial, and rental property sectors.
Services
Electrical Installation
Rewires
Testing Certification
Landlord Requirements
Smoke Alarms
Building Warrant
Portable Appliance Testing
Fuse Board Replacement
Circuit Upgrades
Emergency Repairs
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years combined electrical industry experience
- NICEIC-accredited contractor with annual technical assessments
- Edinburgh's first Which? Trusted Trader Electrician
- 12-hour emergency call-out service available
- Free no-obligation quotations with guaranteed pricing
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
- Which? Trusted Trader
What people say
Top notch company
Very efficient service
Highly recommend
Competitive pricing
Meticulous workmanship
Services
Electrical Installation
We provide full electrical installation services for domestic and commercial properties. From additional sockets to complete rewires, our work meets BS7671 Wiring Regulations standards. Our NICEIC-accredited team ensures safety compliance while accommodating modern electrical demands through tailored solutions for residential and business clients.
Rewires
Our electrical rewiring service assesses existing installations to determine partial or full rewire requirements. Using BS7671 standards, we upgrade outdated systems to meet current safety regulations while minimising disruption. The process includes electrical condition reports and certification for property owners and landlords.
Testing Certification
We conduct Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) and Periodic Inspection Reports to ensure electrical safety compliance. Our testing services identify deterioration risks while providing certification for homeowners, landlords, and commercial clients across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Landlord Requirements
Our landlord compliance service includes mandatory EICR testing every three years and annual PAT testing for rental properties. We provide certification documentation to meet legal safety requirements while ensuring tenant protection through regular electrical system inspections.
Smoke Alarms
We install BS5839-compliant fire detection systems for residential and commercial properties. Our smoke alarm solutions include interconnected systems with mains-powered detectors and backup batteries, ensuring early fire detection to protect occupants and property.
People
David Norman
Owner & Lead Electrician
With over 30 years' electrical industry experience, David established AEF Electrical in 2007. As Edinburgh's first Which? Trusted Trader Electrician, he oversees all technical operations while maintaining NICEIC accreditation standards through regular assessments.
Jonny
Senior Electrician
Jonny delivers meticulous electrical solutions with particular expertise in complex rewiring projects. His work consistently receives client praise for technical precision, timely completion, and proactive problem-solving during multi-phase installations involving coordination with other trades.
Ben
Qualified Electrician
Ben provides reliable electrical services with emphasis on customer communication and clean work practices. His experience includes domestic rewires, commercial installations, and emergency fault diagnosis while maintaining Which? Trusted Trader service standards.
Questions
Are you NICEIC accredited?
Yes, we're a NICEIC Member company with annual technical assessments covering our work, premises, and staff competencies to ensure continued compliance with industry standards.
Do you offer emergency services?
We provide a 12-hour emergency call-out service for urgent electrical issues, with technicians available to respond promptly to safety-critical situations requiring immediate attention.
What electrical certifications do you provide?
We issue BS7671 Electrical Installation Certificates, Building Warrant Applicant Completion Certificates, and Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) for compliance and safety verification.
Can you handle landlord electrical requirements?
We specialise in landlord compliance including EICR testing every three years and annual PAT testing, providing necessary documentation to meet legal safety obligations for rental properties.
Do you work with homeowners and businesses?
We serve both domestic and commercial clients across Edinburgh and the Lothians, offering tailored electrical solutions from minor repairs to complete commercial installations.
How quickly can you respond to service requests?
We typically respond to emergency calls within hours and schedule routine work to suit client availability, with many customers receiving same-day service for urgent electrical needs.
