Electrician in Cotham
Local, NAPIT registered electrician in Cotham (BS6). EICRs, fuse board upgrades, rewires, emergency call-outs, EV chargers and solar for homes, landlords and businesses.
Electrical emergency in Cotham? Power off, a burning smell, sparking, or a trip switch that will not reset: call or WhatsApp 07943 951993 and we will tell you when we can get to you.
Want a price? WhatsApp us a photo of your fuse board and a few words about the job, and we will come back to you.
Your local electrician in Cotham
Kebbi Electrical Services is a NAPIT registered electrician based in Hanham, and we work in Cotham and across the BS6 area for homeowners, landlords and businesses. Whether you need an Electrical Installation Condition Report, a new fuse board, a full or partial rewire, an EV charger, solar panels or someone to find a fault today, you deal with the same local team from the first call to the certificate.
Knowing Cotham helps us plan the work properly. It is a mixed residential area of large old houses, many now used as hotels or split into flats. The hilly streets show off the roofs, bay windows and chimneys of its substantial houses. Cotham lies roughly one mile north of Bristol city centre. Many homes here are older terraces and conversions. Older wiring and fuse boards often need checking or upgrading before new circuits, showers or EV chargers can be added, and we tell you up front if that applies.
An EICR in Cotham costs £195 for flats up to 2 bedrooms and £220 for houses up to 4 bedrooms. Larger homes are quoted. Everything else gets a clear price before anything is booked. Your report or certificate is emailed as soon as the work is done, often the same day, and notifiable work such as a new consumer unit or new circuits is registered with Bristol City Council building control through our NAPIT registration.
We are winners at the Quality Business Awards in 2025 and 2026, and our customers leave their reviews on our two Google Business Profiles. As well as Cotham, we regularly work in Redland, St Pauls, Kingsdown, Horfield, Bishopston, Clifton, Hotwells and Westbury-on-Trym. Call or WhatsApp 07943 951993, or send an enquiry with your address and what you need, and we will confirm the price and a date.
Our electrical services in Cotham
These are the services we offer in Cotham. Each page explains what is involved, what it costs and what you get at the end.
EICR in Cotham
Electrical reports for homeowners, landlords and sellers.
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Reports for rented homes, every 5 years.
View →Homebuyer EICR in Cotham
Check the wiring before you buy.
View →Commercial EICR in Cotham
Inspection and testing for business premises.
View →Fuse Board Upgrades in Cotham
New consumer units with RCD protection.
View →House Rewiring in Cotham
Full and partial rewires, room by room.
View →Emergency Electrician in Cotham
Urgent faults, power loss and burning smells.
View →EV Charger Installation in Cotham
Home chargers fitted, tested and registered.
View →Solar Panels in Cotham
Solar panel installation and maintenance.
View →Our services in Cotham in more detail
EICR in Cotham
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a full inspection and test of your wiring, fuse board, sockets and earthing. You get a written report with any faults coded C1, C2, C3 or FI.
Older terraces and conversions often still have original circuits or an old fuse board, which is exactly what an EICR picks up.
Landlord EICR in Cotham
Private landlords in England must have the electrical installation inspected and tested at least every 5 years, and give a copy of the report to tenants. We arrange access with tenants and send the report quickly.
There are a lot of rented terraces, flats and shared houses here, so landlord EICRs are one of our most common jobs.
Homebuyer EICR in Cotham
A homebuyer EICR tells you the real condition of the electrics before you commit, so you can budget for any work or negotiate on price.
With older terraces it is common to find an old fuse board or original wiring, which is worth knowing before you buy.
Commercial EICR in Cotham
A commercial EICR inspects and tests the fixed wiring in shops, offices, workshops and other premises, so you can show the installation is safe for staff and customers.
We test shops, cafés, offices and flats above shops along the local high streets.
Fuse Board Upgrades in Cotham
A new fuse board (consumer unit) with RCD protection makes your home safer and is often needed before adding circuits, a shower or an EV charger. Every upgrade is tested, certified and registered with building control.
Many older homes here still have old fuse boards, which is one of the most common reasons we are called out.
More about fuse board upgrades →
House Rewiring in Cotham
A full or partial rewire replaces old cables, sockets and switches and brings the installation up to current standards. We plan the work room by room and make good as we go.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are the homes we rewire most often, usually when they are being renovated.
Emergency Electrician in Cotham
For urgent electrical faults such as power loss, tripping that will not reset, burning smells or water near electrics, call 07943 951993 and we will tell you when we can get to you.
More about our emergency electricians →
EV Charger Installation in Cotham
We fit home EV chargers on driveways and garages. We survey first, check your fuse board, earthing and supply, then fit, test, certify and notify the network operator.
Many streets here are terraced with on-street parking. A home charger needs a driveway or space you control, so we check that first.
More about EV charger installation →
Solar Panels in Cotham
We install and maintain solar panel systems for homes and businesses, and can advise on adding battery storage.
About Cotham
Cotham sits between Kingsdown and Redland, with tall Victorian houses, flats and student lets.
Many homes here are older terraces and conversions. Older wiring and fuse boards often need checking or upgrading before new circuits, showers or EV chargers can be added, and we tell you up front if that applies.
We cover Cotham and the surrounding BS6 area in Bristol.
- Cotham lies roughly one mile north of Bristol city centre.
- It is a mixed residential area of large old houses, many now used as hotels or split into flats.
- The hilly streets show off the roofs, bay windows and chimneys of its substantial houses.
- Cotham and Redland together form Bristol City Council's Cotham and Redland Conservation Area.
- Grade II listed Hampton House, once the Bristol Homeopathic Hospital until 1986, now houses the University of Bristol Student Health Service.
- The university's student GP practice here takes over 6,000 registrations a year.
- Cotham School, a comprehensive that was formerly Cotham Grammar School, is in the area.
- Cotham Church was built in 1842–43 by William Butterfield.
- The Severn Beach railway line roughly marks the boundary between Cotham and Redland.
Local facts from: en.wikipedia.org
The age and type of a building decide most of what we find when we open up the electrics. Here is what that means in Cotham.
Listed buildings and conservation areas
In Cotham: Cotham and Redland together form Bristol City Council's Cotham and Redland Conservation Area.
In listed buildings we plan cable routes and fittings to avoid damaging historic features, and some changes need listed building consent first. In conservation areas, external equipment such as solar panels or outside lights can have extra planning conditions.
We will tell you honestly what needs doing now and what can wait, and you get a clear price before anything is booked.
Why choose Kebbi Electrical in Cotham
Homeowners in Cotham
Fuse board upgrades, rewires, extra sockets and lighting, EV chargers and EICRs.
Fuse board upgrades →Landlords in Cotham
Landlord EICRs every 5 years, remedial work and urgent faults in rented homes.
Landlord EICR →Businesses in Cotham
Commercial EICRs, fit-outs, lighting and urgent faults, planned around your hours.
Commercial EICR →NAPIT registered
Work tested, certified and notified to building control where required.
Award winning
Quality Business Awards winner 2025 and 2026.
Clear prices
EICRs from £195. Fixed quotes for other work before anything is booked.
Local
Based in Hanham and working across Bristol and the surrounding towns.
Fast certificates
Customers say their EICR certificate arrived the same day.
Standards we work to
- NAPIT registered, so notifiable work is reported to building control (Part P of the Building Regulations) and you receive the certificate.
- Work is tested to BS 7671, the current UK wiring regulations, and certified when it is finished.
- Quality Business Awards winner in 2025 and 2026.
How we work in Cotham
1. Tell us what you need
Call or WhatsApp 07943 951993, or send an enquiry with your address in Cotham, the type of property and the job.
2. Clear price first
We confirm the price before anything is booked. Larger jobs get a written quote after a survey.
3. Booked in
We agree a date and time with you, and arrange access with you or your agent.
4. Work done and tested
We do the work, test it and leave the area tidy.
5. Certificates
You get the certificate or report for the job, and notifiable work is registered with building control through our NAPIT registration.
Some of our recent work
Real photos from recent Kebbi Electrical jobs around Bristol and the surrounding area.
What customers say
Azzeddine fitted wall lights and a pendant light with only a few days notice. We used him in the summer for outdoor electrics and was again professional and COVID safe. Great job with competitive rates. Thank you Azzeddine.
Kebbi has done a few Callouts for our Heating Company. Really happy with the finish with all the work carried out and extremely happy he managed to squeeze us in so soon! Definitely recommend!
We urgently needed a light fixture moved before a large carpentry job - Kebbi Electrical Services responded quickly to the request and did it the same day. Very grateful for their time and effort.
From initial enquiry, to quote, and subsequent work carried out, Kebbi Electrical Services were a pleasure to deal with. Communicative, responsive, transparent, and fairly priced, I would have no hesitation in recommending or using again. A job well done, by a professional and knowledgable tradesperson! 5 stars all round.
Azzeddine did an EICR for me which required a new fuse box - when he came back to do the fuse box he ended up doing multiple little extras because I had some questions about various things in my house and he was super approachable and clear throughout the whole thing, recommended!
Kebbi electrical services were recommended by a friend of mine. The engineer’s service was professional, he explained everything and worked in a safe manner. I think the I would recommend this company.
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Electrician in Cotham: common questions
Do you cover Cotham?
Yes. We cover Cotham and the surrounding area (BS6 postcodes) for homes, landlords and businesses.
How much is an EICR in Cotham?
An EICR costs £195 for flats up to 2 bedrooms and £220 for houses up to 4 bedrooms. Larger homes are quoted.
Which electrical services do you offer in Cotham?
EICRs for homeowners, landlords, buyers and businesses, fuse board upgrades, rewiring, emergency call-outs, EV chargers and solar panels.
Are you registered?
Yes. Kebbi Electrical Services is NAPIT registered, and every job is tested and certified.
How do I book an electrician in Cotham?
Call or WhatsApp 07943 951993, or send an enquiry with your address and what you need, and we will confirm the price and a date.
Will the power be off during an EICR in Cotham?
Yes, in short spells while each circuit is tested. We tell you before it goes off.
What happens if an EICR in Cotham is unsatisfactory?
We explain each C1, C2 or FI item, quote for the work and issue the paperwork once it is fixed.
How often does a rental property in Cotham need an EICR?
At least every 5 years, or sooner if the previous report says so.
Can you test a rented home in Cotham while tenants live there?
Yes. We arrange access with you or your agent and tell the tenants before the power goes off.
Which council enforces landlord electrical safety rules in Cotham?
Bristol City Council is the local housing authority for Cotham. It enforces the 2020 rules and can ask for a copy of your EICR, which you must send within 7 days.
When should I book a homebuyer EICR in Cotham?
Before you exchange contracts, so you know the cost of any work while you can still negotiate.
How often does a business in Cotham need an EICR?
Most offices and shops every 5 years, but your insurer or the last report may set a shorter interval.
How long does a fuse board change take in Cotham?
Most are done in a day, with the power off for most of that time.
Who registers electrical work with building control in Cotham?
Notifiable work, such as a new fuse board or new circuits, is reported to Bristol City Council building control through our NAPIT registration, and you receive the certificate.
Can you rewire just part of a house in Cotham?
Yes. A partial rewire is sometimes enough. We tell you honestly after the survey.
What should I do if my power goes off in Cotham?
If your neighbours are off too, it is a power cut, so call 105. If it is only your home, switch off at the consumer unit if it is safe, keep away from anything damaged or wet, and call us on 07943 951993.
Do I need off-street parking for an EV charger in Cotham?
Usually, yes. A charging cable should not be trailed across a public pavement.
Do I need planning permission for solar panels in Cotham?
Bristol City Council is the planning authority for Cotham. Roof solar on a house is often permitted development, but there are limits and extra conditions, for example in conservation areas, and listed buildings need consent.
How quickly will I get my certificate in Cotham?
Your report or certificate is emailed as soon as the work is done, often the same day.
Are you local to Cotham?
We are based in Hanham (BS15) and work in Cotham and across Bristol. Call or WhatsApp 07943 951993 to check when we can come out.
Can I send photos for a quote in Cotham?
Yes. WhatsApp a photo of your fuse board and the area you want work done to 07943 951993, with your address in Cotham. It helps us give you a clearer price before we visit. Please do not take the cover off the fuse board yourself.
Book an electrician in Cotham
Tell us your address, the type of property and what you need. Call or WhatsApp 07943 951993, or send an enquiry and we will confirm the price and a date.