Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Electrical Services in Chatham, Kent
Established in 2001, 1st Call Electrical Service has built a reputation as a trusted electrical contractor serving Kent, London, Essex, Surrey, and Sussex. Our team of NICEIC-certified electricians brings over two decades of combined experience in delivering comprehensive electrical solutions across commercial, domestic, and industrial sectors. We specialise in full electrical installations, emergency lighting systems, fire alarm installations, and maintenance services, ensuring compliance with the latest IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671). Our staff undergo rigorous security checks, including DBS Enhanced Certificates, enabling us to work in sensitive environments like schools and NHS buildings. As members of industry-recognised schemes such as Constructionline and the Medway Fairtrader Scheme, we guarantee work of the highest standard, supported by comprehensive testing and certification.We prioritise client satisfaction through innovative, cost-effective solutions tailored to individual requirements, offering free no-obligation quotations and 24/7 emergency services. Our commitment to health and safety regulations, coupled with our ability to work outside standard hours for time-sensitive projects, ensures minimal disruption for commercial clients. With expertise in 3-phase electrical engineering, data cabling (Cat5e/Cat6), and designer lighting installations, we serve diverse clients including local authorities, schools, offices, and retail establishments. Our decade-long presence in the South East underscores our dedication to quality, reliability, and customer-centric service delivery.
Services
Emergency Lighting
Fire Alarms
Data Cable Installation
Electrical Inspections
Electrical Maintenance
3-Phase Electrical Engineering
Commercial Rewiring
Domestic Upgrades
Industrial Systems
Lighting Design
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years' experience in electrical contracting across multiple sectors
- NICEIC-certified domestic installer with full compliance certification
- DBS-checked engineers for secure environments like schools and hospitals
- 24/7 emergency electrical services with rapid response times
- Compliance with BS7671, BS5266-1, and BS5839 standards
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
- Constructionline
- Medway Fairtrader Scheme
Services
Electrical Installation
We design and implement complete electrical installations from survey to certification. Our services cover new builds, refurbishments, and system additions across commercial, domestic, and industrial sectors. All work complies with the latest IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671), with full NICEIC certification provided upon completion.
Emergency Lighting
We supply and install BS5266-1-compliant emergency lighting systems ensuring safe evacuation during power failures. Our solutions include risk assessments, system design, installation, and ongoing maintenance. Regular testing and record-keeping services ensure continued compliance with safety legislation.
Fire Alarm Systems
We provide BS5839-compliant fire alarm installations including analogue and addressable systems. Services cover design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance. Our engineers stay current with fire safety regulations to ensure client compliance with local authority requirements and housing association standards.
Data Cable Installation
We design and install structured Cat5e/Cat6 cabling systems for voice and data communication. Our services include containment systems, patch panels, data cabinets, and full system testing. Solutions cater to commercial environments requiring high-integrity earthing and network reliability.
Electrical Maintenance
We offer comprehensive maintenance packages for electrical systems including periodic inspections, fault finding, and repairs. Our services ensure continued compliance with BS7671 standards through regular testing, certification, and documentation of all maintenance activities.
Questions
What areas do you cover for electrical services?
We operate throughout Kent, London, Essex, Surrey, and Sussex, with our Chatham base enabling rapid response across the South East.
Are your electricians certified and insured?
Yes, we're NICEIC-certified with full public liability insurance. All engineers hold industry-recognised qualifications and undergo DBS checks.
Do you offer emergency electrical services?
We provide 24/7 emergency callouts for urgent electrical issues with rapid response times to commercial and domestic properties.
How often should electrical systems be tested?
Domestic properties require testing every 10 years, while commercial premises need inspections every 5 years or as specified by risk assessments.
Can you handle large-scale commercial projects?
Yes, we manage complex commercial installations including 3-phase systems, industrial switchgear, and data centre cabling with minimal operational disruption.
What standards do your installations meet?
All work complies with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), BS5266-1 for emergency lighting, and BS5839 for fire alarm systems.
