Ed and his team were just amazing. He was very honest and, right from the first survey, told me he doubted I needed a full rewire, which was not the experience I had with other companies. I felt at home straight away with Ed. He completed a thorough electrical check and clearly outlined the areas that needed upgrading. He followed through with the work very efficiently and was completely considerate of everyone in the house, making sure fridges and freezers were safe and never disrupted. I would highly recommend Castleside Electrical Ltd as a very honest and trustworthy company.
Public evidence profile
Castleside Electrical Ltd
Trust Score
43out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 13 reviews
- Reviewed 12 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 13
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say26.4 of 60
Independent checks11.2 of 30
Track record5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details4.1 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Based on the 3 reviews with a star rating
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Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade13 reviews · 5.0 avg
Detailed reviews
Very quick response to job request and attended within a couple of days. Completed quickly and efficiently. Good communication. Recommended.
Professional service from Ed to a high standard, would recommend
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for electricians in Cambridge
Across 75 electricians in Cambridge, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“He completed a thorough electrical check and clearly outlined the areas that needed upgrading.” · Checkatrade, 1 Sept 2025
“Professional service from Ed to a high standard, would recommend” · Checkatrade, 12 Jun 2025
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Services they list
Electric CookersElectric Gate WiringElectric HeatingElectric RadiatorsElectric Range CookersElectric ShowersElectric Smart ThermostatsElectric SocketsElectric StovesElectric Vehicle Charger InstallationElectrical ContractorsElectrical Heater Repair
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CambridgeCambridgeshire
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Check the electrical registerIn England and Wales, notifiable electrical work (new circuits, a consumer unit, anything in a bathroom or kitchen) must by law be signed off under Part P of the Building Regulations. Confirm they will handle that.
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Common questions about Castleside Electrical Ltd
Is Castleside Electrical Ltd a legitimate business?
Castleside Electrical Ltd has 13 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Castleside Electrical Ltd?
Castleside Electrical Ltd has 13 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
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What does Castleside Electrical Ltd specialise in?
Castleside Electrical Ltd lists specialist services including Electric Cookers, Electric Gate Wiring, Electric Heating, Electric Radiators, Electric Range Cookers, Electric Showers. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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