Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Commercial & Industrial Electrical Contracting Services
Established in 1922, Blackburn & Murgatroyd have served the commercial and industrial sectors for over a century. As a family-owned business registered with NICEIC since 1957, we deliver end-to-end electrical solutions from initial consultation to project completion. Our expertise spans electrical installations, maintenance, LED lighting design, and emergency systems testing. We prioritise safety and quality, providing NICEIC certification, public liability insurance documentation, and compliance with CDM regulations. With a heritage of trust and technical proficiency, we serve clients across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and surrounding regions.Our team combines decades of experience with modern methodologies to ensure reliable, future-proof electrical systems. We maintain membership with Safecontractor to uphold rigorous health and safety standards. Client collaboration remains central to our approach, ensuring transparency and clarity throughout every project. This long-standing commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as a dependable electrical contracting partner.
Services
Electrical Installation
Commercial Maintenance
LED Lighting Design
Periodic Testing
Emergency Lighting
Data Cabling
False Ceilings
AV Installations
Details
- Year established: 1922
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in commercial electrical contracting
- Our team holds continuous NICEIC registration since 1957
- Family-owned business with personal service commitment
- We provide full project documentation including risk assessments
- We maintain Safecontractor accreditation for health and safety compliance
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
- Safecontractor
Services
Electrical Installation
We design and implement complete electrical installations for commercial and industrial premises. Our engineers follow strict safety protocols while delivering efficient power distribution systems tailored to operational requirements. Projects include full building rewires, distribution boards, and integration with modern control systems.
LED Lighting Design
Our specialist lighting service creates energy-efficient illumination schemes for commercial spaces. We combine technical expertise with energy-saving LED technology to deliver compliant, cost-effective lighting systems that enhance workplace functionality and reduce environmental impact.
Periodic Testing
We conduct comprehensive electrical safety inspections and testing to BS7671 standards. Our NICEIC-certified reports identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with current regulations, providing clients with documented proof of electrical system integrity.
Emergency Lighting
We install and maintain emergency lighting systems that comply with BS5266 standards. Our solutions ensure safe evacuation routes during power failures through reliable battery-backed lighting systems designed for commercial and industrial environments.
Data Cabling
We install structured cabling infrastructure for commercial data networks. Our certified technicians implement Cat5e/Cat6 systems supporting high-speed data transmission, ensuring reliable connectivity for business communications and IT operations.
Questions
How long has Blackburn & Murgatroyd been in business?
We were established in 1922 and have provided electrical contracting services for over 100 years.
Are you NICEIC registered?
Yes, we have been continuously registered with NICEIC since 1957 for electrical installation work.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Liverpool, Leeds, Preston, and Chester from our Stretford base.
Do you provide safety certifications?
Yes, we supply NICEIC installation certificates and relevant compliance documentation with all completed works.
What safety standards do you follow?
We maintain Safecontractor accreditation and comply with all current HSE legislation and CDM regulations.
What commercial electrical services do you offer?
We provide full electrical installations, maintenance, LED lighting design, data cabling, and emergency systems testing.
