“Sam and his team quietly and efficiently worked exceptionally hard to replace an entire old solar system with the latest technology, not only that but went above and beyond the basic requirements to provide the very best installation possible. Very pleased with the installation and standard of workmanship, their work ethic and friendly service, I can thoroughly recommend without hesitation and will use again.”
Public evidence profile
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services
Companies House
Active incorporated business
Trust Score
64out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 151 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume151
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say44 of 60
Independent checks11.2 of 30
Track record9.2 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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Trust at a glance
1 checkWhat we can verify about Ellward-Smith Electrical Services
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade151 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Sam and associates are very responsive and professional. I am very pleased with service, all advice given and the standard of work. Highly recommended.”
“Sam and his team are friendly and efficient, and carried out the work to a high standard. They paid attention to the particular requests we had, and have great attention to detail. This is the second time we've used Ellward-Smith, and once again we've been delighted with the results.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Ellward-Smith Electrical Services, including the highlights above. The 151 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Sam and his team quietly and efficiently worked exceptionally hard to replace an entire old solar system with the latest technology, not only that but went above and beyond the basic requirements to provide the very best installation possible. Very pleased with the installation and standard of workmanship, their work ethic and friendly service, I can thoroughly recommend without hesitation and will use again.
Sam and associates are very responsive and professional. I am very pleased with service, all advice given and the standard of work. Highly recommended.
Sam and his team are friendly and efficient, and carried out the work to a high standard. They paid attention to the particular requests we had, and have great attention to detail. This is the second time we've used Ellward-Smith, and once again we've been delighted with the results.
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for electricians in Bridport
Across 8 electricians in Bridport, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
From customer reviews
What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“Very pleased with the installation and standard of workmanship” · Checkatrade, 26 Oct 2025
“carried out the work to a high standard.” · Checkatrade, 16 Sept 2025
Companies House registration
ActiveActive incorporated business
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services is linked to a Companies House entry. This shows the business registration, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
Legal nameEllward-Smith Electrical Services
Company number11248693
Incorporated
Registered activityElectrical installation
Run by1 director (longest-serving director appointed in 2018)
Official checkOn the public register
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About
Electrician in Bridport, Dorset.
Services they list
Aerial RepairCommunal Aerial / SatellitesElectric CookersElectric Gate WiringElectric HeatingElectric RadiatorsElectric ShowersElectric Smart ThermostatsElectric SocketsElectric StovesElectric Vehicle Charger InstallationElectrical Contractors
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Areas served
BridportDorset
The areas they list covering on a public directory; confirm they cover your address before you book.
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What to check before you hire
Worth checking yourself
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Verify at the sourceCheck them yourself
Electrical work in homes in England & Wales should be done by a registered competent person who can self-certify it meets the Part P safety rules. Check they're on the official register.
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.
Prefer an electrician registered with a government-approved competent-person scheme (NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA) so they can self-certify the work meets the wiring regulations.
Insist on the Electrical Installation Certificate (or Minor Works Certificate) when the job is done. It is your proof the work is safe and compliant, and you will need it if you ever sell.
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About this business
A real, registered businessWe cross-checked Companies House: this business is officially registered for work that matches the electrician services it advertises - independent confirmation it's a genuine business set up to do this kind of work, not just a directory entry.
Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
Good to know
Common questions about Ellward-Smith Electrical Services
Is Ellward-Smith Electrical Services a legitimate business?
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services has 151 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. 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 Ellward-Smith Electrical Services?
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services has 151 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Ellward-Smith Electrical Services' reviews are genuine?
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services' 151 public reviews come from a named public review source, and MyTrustedTraders links every one back to where it was published, so you can open the source and read them yourself rather than trusting a single curated page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Ellward-Smith Electrical Services had recent public reviews?
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
Is Ellward-Smith Electrical Services a registered business?
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services is a registered business on Companies House (company number 11248693), incorporated 11 Mar 2018, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does Ellward-Smith Electrical Services specialise in?
Ellward-Smith Electrical Services lists specialist services including Aerial Repair, Communal Aerial / Satellites, Electric Cookers, Electric Gate Wiring, Electric Heating, Electric Radiators. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.