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Resistance Electrical

10/10

Brighton, East Sussex

Checkatrade member since February 2018
5

Services

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

Customer Reviews

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10 /10

Based on 33 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

10

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this company for being professional, friendly, and efficient, delivering high-quality work on jobs of all sizes. They are frequently recommended for their excellent communication and expertise in everything from small repairs to large-scale solar installations and rewires.

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Reviews (253)

  • 10

    Fantastic service.

    Posted 3 days ago

    I had a relatively urgent job at home to wire-in a new cooker and circuit breaker. I got an almost immediate and friendly call from Tasha who took the details and got someone to call and discuss the job. I received a quote within days and the work was done soon after. Really friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. No hesitation in recommending.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BN1
  • 10

    Great service

    Posted 23 January

    Very friendly and efficient. Outside light had not been working for some time and a couple of people had looked at it and couldn't find out what was wrong. They managed to find the problem quickly and fix it in wet weather. Very reasonable price and definitely recommend this company.
    Job location: BN3
  • 10

    Brilliant from start to finish

    Posted 18 January

    Absolutely brilliant. We had our house rewired and from start to finish, and at every point along the way they were fantastic. They did everything they said they would and when they said they would. Edvin explained everything before we started giving us options and also as we went along. He was realistic about the level of disruption that comes from rewiring but was also positive and reassuring that they would find a way to overcome any issues. We felt we were in safe and experienced hands throughout, and could tell they really cared about doing a good job. Really impressed and pleased.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BN2
  • 10

    Minor, but completed with complete satisfaction

    Posted 10 January

    This was a relatively small job, but nonetheless requiring expertise and care. A couple of minor complications, that might otherwise have gone unnoticed for a while, were resolved and the job fully completed in a reasonable amount of time. Entirely happy with the job and will doubtless go back to this company again in the future.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BN7
  • 10

    Solar installation - Oct 2025

    Posted 05 December 2025

    Initially Tom popped over to discuss our requirements and put together a comprehensive quote for a 6500kw system with a 10kw battery. He was very patient with all my questions and offered solutions and alternatives on some key decisions. When it came to the install, it started in line with the set date. Tom, Ed and their team worked tirelessly and thoroughly to get the install done. Again they were super helpful and friendly answering my many questions as they got on with the job. I would highly recommend this company and would definitely use them again for any Solar installs/electrical work.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BN3
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    10

    New bathroom light fittings

    Posted 30 November 2025

    Arrived on time and did a great job. I’d bought the wrong switch but they quickly got me sorted by getting the right one for me. I’d definitely hire them again.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: BN1

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Tom Stephens

Sole Trader

8 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: 319860479

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We are a friendly, professional and reliable electrical and solar installation company based in Brighton. Our team – Tom, Edvin and Ollie – have extensive experience having worked in the industry since 2002, establishing Resistance Electrical in 2014.


As a smaller company our business is built on our reputation and happy customers returning and spreading the word to friends and family. You’ll see from our customer reviews that we have delivered on the whole range of domestic electrical services, big and small, to a very high standard. Our focus is on providing great customer service, value for money and excellent quality workmanship.


We are very proud to be accredited and experienced in low-carbon technology installations including solar panels, storage batteries and electric vehicle (EV) car chargers.


We are happy to help with all aspects of your job from design right through to testing and signing off the work.


Our services include (but aren’t limited to):



Renewable energy and low-carbon technologies:


  • Electric vehicle (EV) car charger installation
  • Solar panel installation
  • Battery storage installation



Rewires:


  • Full house rewires
  • Partial house rewires


Lights, switches and sockets:


  • Additional lighting
  • Additional switches for lights
  • Additional sockets
  • Replacing socket and switch faceplates
  • Security and garden lights
  • External weatherproof sockets


New wiring:


  • Electrics to house extensions
  • Electrics to loft conversions
  • Running power to outbuildings, garages or sheds
  • Replacing old consumer units for extra safety and protection (also known as a mains board, fuse box, fuse board or distribution board)


Electrical appliance installations:


  • Installing electric showers
  • Installing new ovens and hobs
  • Installing mains voltage smoke, heat and carbon alarms
  • Installing kitchen and bathroom extractor fans


Testing and certification:


  • All electrical testing
  • Test certificates
  • Landlord safety certificate


Call or drop us a message to book your free consultation and quote. And check out our reviews and photos on our Checkatrade profile.


You can also visit our website to find out more about Resistance Electrical, the services we offer and to get a free quote https://www.resistanceelectrical.co.uk/

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Member since February 2018

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