Welcome to VC Electrical

Expert & reliable electricians in Edinburgh

VC Electrical specialises in domestic and commercial electrical installations throughout Edinburgh, Lothian's and surrounding areas. 

Select registered electrical contractors

Membership of SELECT, Scotland's leading trade association for the electrical industry since 2010. Demonstrating our commitment to complying with the highest level of safety, standards, and professionalism.

Expert installations for peace of mind

Expert Team

A team of experienced and respectful local electricians who are fully qualified and industry approved.

Guaranteed Quality

Electrical work that is guaranteed for a minimum period of 12 months, ensuring not only high-quality service but also your peace of mind.

Certified Services

Full public liability insurance is essential for protecting your business against potential legal claims from accidents on your premises.

Safe & Reliable

Full compliance with BS7671 - 18th Edition regulations is essential for ensuring electrical safety and reliability.

Electricians you can trust for all your electrical needs

EICR tests

Ensure your Edinburgh property meets all legal standards and remains safe by confidently conducting essential EICR tests.

PAT testing

Portable Appliance Testing (commonly referred to as PAT) is a crucial component of health and safety that guarantees safety in both residential and commercial environments.

Emergency lighting

Rest assured, your Emergency Lighting should be tested annually to ensure the safety of your property or business.

Smoke Alarms

Ensuring the safety of your property is non-negotiable; in Scotland, installing smoke alarms and heat detectors is not just a recommendation—it's a legal mandate.

Fuse board replacements

Our skilled electricians will thoroughly assess your current fuse board for any issues and confidently recommend an upgrade if necessary.

House rewiring

We stand out as the best solution for homeowners, landlords, and commercial property owners who need reliable partial or full property rewiring.

Electric heating

Trust us to install high-performance heat retention storage heaters, panel heaters, electric radiators, and top-tier underfloor electric heating with absolute confidence.

Garden power & lighting

Our expert outdoor lighting electricians can make sure you have stunning garden lighting design and installation, and reliable power solutions for your hot tub/jacuzzi or a full-fledged garden room or garden office.

Generator installation

Ensure your home or business is prepared for any power outage with our professional generator installation services. Our experienced team handles everything from selecting the right generator to expert installation, ensuring seamless performance.

Shopfront lighting

Attract attention and enhance visibility with customized lighting solutions that showcase your business day and night. From sleek LED installations to vibrant displays, we provide tailored lighting designs that create a welcoming and professional exterior.

Car park lighting

Our expert team provides efficient, durable lighting solutions designed to illuminate your car park and improve security for both vehicles and pedestrians. From energy-saving LED options to automated lighting controls, we install systems that offer reliable performance and low maintenance.

EV charging installation

Power up with our EV charging installation services. Our team installs reliable, efficient EV chargers for homes and businesses, providing seamless charging solutions tailored to your needs. Enjoy the convenience of a fully charged vehicle, right at your doorstep.

Data cabling

Data cabling solutions designed to empower your home office, business, retail space, and commercial environments.

Defibrillator cabinet installation

At VC Electrical, we confidently lead the way as qualified defibrillator cabinet installers serving Edinburgh and its surrounding areas.

Audio Visual

We can not only advise you but also offer fully designed plans that encompass extensive refurbishments, ensuring the meticulous and professional installation of audio-visual equipment that perfectly aligns with your specific needs and requirements.

Interior Lighting

We design and install customized lighting to enhance ambiance, functionality, and style with energy-efficient solutions. Trust our experts to brighten every room with care and precision.

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Fire Alarm Installation

When it comes to fire alarm installations, at VC Electrical We're fully trained and qualified to install commercial fire alarm systems.

EV Charging Points

Electric vehicle charging points installation

New electric car and need an EV charger? VC Electrical are specialists at installing the right charger for you at your home or business. We can also provide assistance with grant applications.

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How it works

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FAQs

General electrical questions

A periodic inspection is an inspection and associated testing to check whether an electrical installation is in a satisfactory condition for continued service. On completion of the necessary inspection and testing, an Electrical Installation Condition Report will be issued detailing any observed damage, deterioration, defects, dangerous conditions and any non-compliances with the present-day safety standard which might give rise to danger.

Periodic inspection and testing should be carried out only by electrically competent persons, such as registered electricians.

It is recommended that periodic inspection and testing is carried out at the following times:

  • for tenanted properties, every 5 years or at each change of occupancy, whichever is sooner
  • at least every 10 years for an owner-occupied home
  • at least every 5 years for a business
  • The Landlords and Tenant Act 1985 requires landlords of properties with short leases to keep the electrical wiring in repair and in proper working order. We recommend landlords arrange for periodic inspection and testing to be carried out by a registered electrician at the relevant intervals shown above.
  • Periodic inspection and testing of the electrics should be carried out more frequently on the places and premises listed here:
  • 3 years for a caravan
  • 1 year for a swimming pool

There are no set guidelines as to when a property should be rewired. Just because your wiring’s old, it doesn’t mean it’s unsafe.

Many factors can affect the wear and tear of your electrical installation, including the materials used and how your property has been used.

We would advise that a periodic inspection is carried out on owner-occupied properties at least every 10 years and every five years in rented accommodation. The test will certify whether the electrics in a property are safe and tell you if anything needs upgrading.

You should carry out regular checks around the house on the condition of your cables, switches, sockets and other accessories. If you notice anything unusual - for example, burn marks on plugs and sockets, sounds of ‘arcing’ (buzzing or crackling), fuses blowing or circuit-breakers tripping - get a registered electrician to check your electrics as soon as possible

You have a duty of care to your tenant and must ensure that the installation is safe when they enter the property and is maintained throughout their tenure.

The Landlords and Tenants Act (1985) requires that the electrical installation in a rented property is:

  • safe when a tenancy begins and
  • maintained in a safe condition throughout the tenancy.
  • We recommend that in order to comply with this Act, you get a registered electrician to carry out an Electrical Condition Report (EICR) on any property you intend to let before getting tenants in. This will certify whether the electrics are safe and tell you if anything needs upgrading.

If you own an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation), you have a legal obligation to have a periodic inspection carried out on your property every five years.

If your property is not an HMO, then you are not legally obliged to get your installation tested on a periodic basis. However, we recommend that you have a full periodic inspection carried out every five years or on change of tenancy – whichever comes first.

Our guidance is based on legal obligations set out in The Landlords and Tenant Act (1985).