Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Electrical Contractors in Bolton
Established in 1925, J Taylor Electrical Contractors has grown from a local Bolton business to a trusted provider of electrical services across the North West. Our 90-year heritage reflects a commitment to excellence, supported by accreditations from NICEIC, ECA, and CHAS. We specialise in commercial and industrial electrical installations, maintenance, and testing, serving sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. Our team delivers bespoke solutions, from hazardous area wiring to intelligent lighting systems, adhering to BS 7671 standards.With a proven track record in emergency response and turnkey projects, we combine technical expertise with a personal approach to meet client needs. Our third-generation leadership ensures continuity in quality and service, supported by partnerships with major clients like Hitachi and Vil Resins. We maintain rigorous health and safety compliance while investing in staff training through JIB and JTL partnerships.
Services
Electrical Installation
Hazardous Area Wiring
Factory Maintenance
EV Charging Solutions
Intelligent Lighting Systems
Portable Appliance Testing
Trace Heating
Security Lighting
Domestic Part P Installations
Cable Management
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We have 90 years of experience in electrical contracting and maintenance
- Our team holds NICEIC and ECA accreditations for technical excellence
- We provide same-day emergency response for critical electrical faults
- Specialists in hazardous area wiring for pharmaceutical and oil & gas sectors
- Third-generation family leadership ensuring consistent quality and service
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
- ECA
- CHAS
- Safecontractor
- Rolec
What people say
Excellent customer service
Prompt response rate
Professional fault investigations
Reliable service
Bespoke installations
Services
Electrical Installation
Design and installation of power and lighting systems compliant with BS 7671 standards. Specialising in commercial and industrial premises, including hazardous areas requiring flameproof wiring solutions. Our installations integrate with client-specific safety protocols and environmental regulations.
Hazardous Area Wiring
Specialist electrical installations in potentially explosive atmospheres, including pharmaceutical fume cupboards and oil & gas skid units. Certified technicians implement ATEX-compliant wiring solutions with intrinsic safety barriers and explosion-proof enclosures.
Factory Maintenance
Planned and reactive maintenance for production facilities, including motor control systems and 3-phase circuits. Our engineers provide fault finding, component replacement, and system optimisation to minimise downtime in manufacturing environments.
EV Charging Solutions
Rolec-accredited installation of commercial EV charging infrastructure. We design and implement charging networks for fleet operators and public access points, including smart grid integration and payment system compatibility.
Intelligent Lighting
Energy-efficient lighting systems with automated controls and daylight harvesting. Our solutions reduce operational costs while maintaining optimal illumination levels for commercial and industrial spaces through programmable management systems.
People
Paul Taylor
Director
Third-generation electrical engineer leading the company since 2014. Oversees operations across commercial and industrial projects while maintaining family commitment to quality and client relationships.
Jeff Hibbert
Former Director
Led the company for 35 years until 2014, expanding services to include pharmaceutical sector specialisms. Instrumental in securing key accreditations and establishing long-term client partnerships.
Questions
What electrical services do you offer for industrial clients?
We provide hazardous area wiring, motor control systems, and maintenance contracts for manufacturing facilities, including ATEX-compliant installations and 3-phase electrical solutions.
Are you accredited for commercial electrical work?
Yes, we hold NICEIC, ECA, and CHAS accreditations, with specialist Rolec certification for EV charging infrastructure installations across commercial properties.
How quickly can you respond to electrical emergencies?
Our emergency response team typically arrives the same day for critical faults, with 24/7 availability for urgent electrical issues affecting business operations.
Do you work outside the Bolton area?
While based in Bolton, we service the entire North West region, delivering electrical installations and maintenance to commercial and industrial clients from Cumbria to Cheshire.
What safety accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Safecontractor and CHAS health & safety certifications, with engineers trained in asbestos awareness and IPAF-access equipment operation for comprehensive workplace safety.
