Electrician FAQs

David Blundell Electrical covers Colchester, Ipswich and surrounding areas. Colchester is the primary location, and Dave also operates from Ipswich. See the local pages for electrician in Colchester and electrician in Ipswich details.

The quickest way is to call or text Dave on his mobile: 07906 868 122. You can also email david.blundell7@gmail.com. The Colchester and Ipswich landline numbers are also live, but the mobile is the main contact number.

Yes. Dave can discuss planned electrical work first and provide a no-obligation quote for work in Colchester, Ipswich and nearby areas.

HaMuch currently lists David Blundell Electrical at £41 per hour or £225 per day, with prices excluding VAT or callout charges. Ask Dave to confirm any callout charge when you describe the job.

Yes. Small jobs such as lights, sockets, switches, showers, outdoor lighting and small repairs are welcome. If you have several small jobs, Dave will usually look for the most cost-effective way to deal with them in one visit.

Yes. Dave can investigate tripping circuits, loss of power, faulty lights, damaged sockets, consumer unit problems and intermittent faults. He will explain what he finds and what the safest next step is.

Yes. Dave can help with electrical inspections, testing and practical advice for homeowners, buyers, landlords and small businesses. If remedial work is needed, he will explain what is urgent and what can be planned.

Yes. Dave helps landlords with inspection support, remedial work, repairs before or between tenancies and checks on landlord-supplied electrical equipment where appropriate.

In England, landlords must have electrical installations in rented properties inspected and tested by a qualified and competent person at least every five years. A copy of the report must be supplied to tenants and to the local authority if requested.

Yes. Dave can advise on full rewires, partial rewires and targeted upgrades. A full rewire is not always the only route, so he will look at the condition of the installation and explain the practical options.

Yes. Dave offers practical portable appliance checks and PAT testing where appropriate. Testing frequency should be based on the appliance, how it is used and the level of risk rather than a blanket rule for every item.

Dave states that he is ELECSA registered, Part-P compliant and fully insured. If you need paperwork for a specific job, ask Dave what certification or notification applies before work starts.

A current listing gives Dave’s hours as 8am to 9pm. For the quickest response, call or text the mobile number. If the job is urgent, explain the issue clearly when you contact him.

Dave employs a trainee electrician who works with him. Dave remains the main contact for enquiries, quotes and job arrangements.

The cost depends on the fault, access, parts, testing needed and how much work is involved. HaMuch currently lists David Blundell Electrical at £41 per hour or £225 per day, with prices excluding VAT or callout charges. Dave will explain the likely next step before work continues.

Yes. Dave is listed on TrustATrader, where you can view current profile information and customer feedback for David Blundell Electrical.