Q&As when choosing a home security system
Here are some questions we get asked about intruder and burglar alarms… and our answers!
Trusted and reliable Electricians & Electrical Contractors in Edinburgh
Let our team of skilled electricians in Edinburgh show you why we are one of the best Electrical contractors in Scotland.
Trustworthy Electricians in Edinburgh
IES strives for exceptional quality and outstanding customer service, boasting an award-winning team of fully qualified and insured electricians in Edinburgh and an office team eager to bring their expertise to your next electrical project. Our client base is varied, from local residential homeowners, landlords & letting agencies right through to large hotel groups, premier league sports teams and universities.
Operating mainly in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas you can be sure that whatever the project IES is an electrical contractor firm that you can trust.
Safety checks
EICR Tests
Keep your Edinburgh property legally compliant and ensure it is safe by conducting mandatory EICR tests.
PAT Testing
Portable Appliance Testing (known as PAT), is an essential aspect of health and safety in both residential and commercial settings.
Emergency Lighting
Your Emergency Lighting should be tested at least once a year, if your property or business has emergency lighting.
Fire Alarm Testing
Looking for reliable and efficient fire alarm testing in Edinburgh? We are certified, insured and SELECT registered fire alarm inspectors.
Fire Extinguisher Testing
Ensure that your fire equipment meets all safety standards, we can provide same-day certificates to keep you compliant.
Gas Safety Checks
Looking for fully qualified Gas Safe engineers to provide same-day gas safety checks & certificates to ensure the safety of your property?
Legionella (LRA)
Understand your legal responsibilities regarding Legionella Risk Assessments and how our specialists can help you stay compliant.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
In today’s era of energy efficiency, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are essential in Scotland’s housing market.
SELECT registered Edinburgh electricians
Ideal Electrical Solutions is a reputable and dependable team of electricians in Edinburgh who are proud to say we have been members of SELECT since 2010, Scotland’s trade association for the electrical industry. This accreditation reflects the company’s commitment to adhering to the highest standards of quality, professionalism, and safety.
Domestic electricians
IES offers residential electrical services, from safety inspections like EICR tests, routine maintenance to complete house rewiring and emergency repairs. Committed to high standards our qualified Edinburgh electricians ensure that your domestic electrical requirements are handled with care, giving you peace of mind.
… and we’re also commercial electricians
We have experience in both residential and commercial electrical installations, we take pride in handling projects of any size and no job is too big.
EV Charging Point Installers
Need a EV charger installed? Whether you are a home owner or a business owner, we can offer all EV chargers available to market for installation at your home or work. Get in touch and one of our specialists will send you a quote.
Electrical Services
Fuse Board Replacements
Fuse Board Replacement & Upgrade Services – our electricians can check your current fuse board for problems and advise you if you need to upgrade.
House Rewiring
IES are a great choice for homeowners, landlords, and commercial property owners who require partial or full property rewiring.
Electric Heating
Looking for electric heating for your home, business or rental property? Ideal install high heat retention storage heaters, panel heaters, electric radiators, and underfloor electric heating.
EV Charger Installation
Do you need an Electric Vehicle charger installed for your home or your commercial premises in Edinburgh?
Garden Power and Wiring
Are you looking for garden sockets, ambient lighting, power to a hot tub/jacuzzi, or to set up a fully functional garden office?
Garden Lighting
Ideal are specialist outdoor lighting electricians and carry out outdoor and garden lighting installation and design across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
Electrical Repairs
Our electricians carry out electrical repairs, from the smallest repair of repair to a plug point through to fixing your storage heaters.
Installations
Our skilled engineers specialise in various residential & domestic installations throughout Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
Stair Lighting
IES electricians are experts in communal & tenement stair lighting repairs, installations and replacements.
Smoke Alarms
When it comes to the safety of your property, installing smoke alarms and heat detectors is a legal requirement in Scotland.
Data Cabling
Data cabling for home offices, offices, retail units, shops and other commercial units.
Defibrillator Cabinet Installation
Ideal Electrical Solutions are proud to be qualified defibrillator cabinet installers covering Edinburgh & surrounding areas.
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Who are the Ideal Electrical team?
We have a perfectly sized team of qualified electricians in Edinburgh but most of your initial dealings are likely to be with Lisa (our lovely office manager), Chris (operations manager) or Mark (managing director). Together, we’re dedicated to providing you with the best service and electrical expertise.
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Edinburgh landlords must ensure that their rental properties adhere to strict water safety standards.
EICRs for Scottish Landlords – frequent questions & answers
These are the common EICR questions we are asked by Scottish Landlords and property managers… and, of course, the answers!
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