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Bright Idea Electrical Services Ltd

9.98/10

Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent

Checkatrade member since 2013
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Services

  • Electric Boiler Installation
  • Electric Boiler Servicing / Repair
  • Electric Cookers
  • Electric Gate Wiring
  • Electric Heating
  • Electric Radiators
  • Electric Range Cookers
  • Electric Showers
  • Electric Smart Thermostats
  • Electric Stoves
  • Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
  • Electrical Contractors
  • Electrical Heater Repair
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
  • Electrical Under Floor Heating Installation
  • Emergency Electrician Service
  • Emergency Lighting
  • Energy Efficient Lighting
  • Extractor Fans
  • Fault Finding
  • Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
  • Garden Lighting
  • Hot Tub Wiring
  • House Rewiring
  • Immersion Heater Installation
  • LED Lighting
  • Lighting Design
  • Smoke Alarms
  • Storage Heating

Customer Reviews

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9.98 /10

Based on 11 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

9.91

Communication

10

Reviews (306)

  • 10

    Fit an extractor fan in utility room

    Posted 3 days ago

    We have used Bright Ideas several times now ranging from replacing light fittings, installing security lights and installing an extractor fan. The work has always been to the highest standard. Customer care exceptional. Thoroughly recommended. No hidden costs. Very competitive rates. Quick to respond to customers communications . Clean and tidy. We wouldn’t use any one else now .
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT18
  • 10

    Few replacement lights, fused spur and new socket

    Posted 08 April

    I went with the highest rated electrical contractor I could find and it certainly paid off. The communication was great all the way through, the work was neat and tidy and was completed as planned. No issues whatsoever!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT18
  • 10

    Replaced spotlights in kitchen, changed three light roses and fitted an outside plug.

    Posted 08 April

    Rapid response with person here to quote on same day. Job booked in at a date convenient to me with works completed without any mess or stress! Really friendly team. Highly recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT18
  • 10

    EV charger installation

    Posted 04 December 2024

    An excellent and very professional job, very friendly and knowledgeable installer, cleaned up all mess made during install. Very happy and would definitely use again.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT1
  • 9.75

    PAT testing

    Posted 18 November 2024

    Colin is professional, highly responsive and fairly priced. Highly recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT18
  • 10

    Changed some lights and sockets and wiring new sockets

    Posted 18 November 2024

    They turned up when they said they would, clean and tidy workmanship, reasonable prices
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CT19

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Colin Newton

Ltd Company

12 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: 179058081

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkFree EstimatesInsurance Work Undertaken24 Hour Call-out

Bright Idea Electrical Services LTD prides itself on being big enough to cope but small enough to care.

We always strive to offer our customers the most competitive quotations.


We are proud to be based in Folkestone but are more than happy to travel further to accommodate our customer’s needs.


Unlike Many Other Contractors We Are A Kent County Council Trading Standards Checked Contractor Trader ID = K0735


I Personally have been installing electrical systems for over 20 years having served a full City and Guilds apprenticeship followed by Over 15 years installing, maintaining or repairing electrical installations.


We have kept the company deliberately small to provide a reliable good service and currently have Four vans on the Road, carrying most parts for a same day repair. All Electricians will be wearing company uniform when visiting your premises.

Our work ranges from large commercial Installations to small domestic installations. We are very happy to carry out the following (but not limited to):


  • Domestic & Commercial EICR ( Electrical Installation Condition Reports )
  • Full House Re-Wires & Part Rewires
  • Heating Control Wiring
  • Fault Finding
  • Installations for building extensions.
  • Full LED Conversions
  • Electric Underfloor Heating
  • Fuse Box Replacements
  • Kitchen and Bathroom electrics
  • Domestic, Commercial And Industrial Works all undertaken.
  • Landlord Periodic Testing
  • Commercial Electrical Testing
  • PAT Testing
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points


We pride ourselves in offering a prompt, efficient service and are always conscious of our customer’s needs.


We are also pleased to offer free estimates & fully guarantee all of our work.


We joined Checkatrade to be able to give our customers past, present and future an informed choice from our recommendations.


Please feel free to contact us to discuss your individual needs and requirements, we are always happy to help.

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This trade passed up to 12 Checkatrade vetting checks

Member since 2013

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