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General Electrical Services

10/10

Houghton le Spring, Tyne And Wear

Checkatrade member since July 2016
10

Services

  • Electric Heating
  • Electric Radiators
  • Electric Smart Thermostats
  • Electrical Contractors
  • Electrical Heater Repair
  • Emergency Lighting
  • Fault Finding
  • Smoke Alarms
  • Garden Lighting
  • Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Repair
  • Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
  • Extractor Fans
  • Energy Efficient Lighting
  • LED Lighting
  • Lighting Design
  • House Rewiring
  • Hot Tub Wiring
  • Electric Sockets
  • Electric Showers
  • Electric Range Cookers
  • Electric Cookers

Customer Reviews

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10 /10

Based on 11 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

10

Reviews (110)

  • Dan C
    10

    replaced fan and installed a switch

    Posted 3 days ago

    very good communication from Gary from start to job to finish. Job viewed, quoted and completed efficiently.
    Job location: DH4
  • Simon Graham
    10

    Replace lights across the house with new fittings.

    Posted 6 days ago

    Work was completed to a high standard and Garry and his colleague were courteous and gave great advice. Garry sought clarification before the attending our house to ensure we were getting exactly what we wanted. I would highly recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH1
  • Paul J
    10

    Sockets and new wiring

    Posted 06 August

    Great couple of guys. Were able to complete the initial installation requested without any issues. Kept the area clean and tidy and cleared away all debris afterwards. Quick and efficient service throughout, would highly recommend!
    Job location: SR3
  • 10

    Very helpful

    Posted 04 August

    Very helpful with various projects for our organisation which includes a community building and housing. Always responds quickly if there's an issue and we need an urgent repair.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH3
  • Mitchell W
    10

    Socket replacement

    Posted 02 August

    Arranged appointment for the next day, job done in 15min. Quick and easy socket change and now everything works as it should. Thanks again.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH3
  • Demi T
    10

    Door bell fitting

    Posted 09 October 2025

    Good communication from initial contact. Work neatly carried out and completed to a very good standard. Would recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH4

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Garry Stainbank

Sole Trader

10 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: 882840495

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkFree EstimatesInsurance Work Undertaken

“Welcome to our Checkatrade page and thank you for taking the time to look into our details. General Electrical Services have been established for 22 years with over 40 years’ experience within the trade, offering quality advice and services in the following areas:


· Electrician

· Electric heating

· Electric radiators

· Fault finding

· And much more…


We pride ourselves in offering a prompt, efficient service and are always conscious of our customers needs. We are also pleased to offer free estimates, offer a no call out fee policy & 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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Member since July 2016

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