“James and his team have been our to go electricians for over 3 years now and we have nothing but words of praise for their professionalism, pricing and over all efficiency. On the last job we had a new consumer unit fitted. It was a very easy and quick process to book the job, get the quote and then book the date and time slot. James is always really quick in replying. Harry who works with James, came to fit the unit, he was efficient and resourceful as he had to work some things out in order for the unit to fit in the previous wall gap. James then came to do the relevant checks as it was quite a complex job. He advised us on a few things we needed to sort out at our end and it all went great. Work place was left clean and tidy. I never hesitate to recommend Farthing Electrical to anyone who needs a top electrician.”
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Farthing Electrical Limited
- Rated 5.0 from 11 reviews
- Reviewed 5 months ago
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- Registered company details4.1 of 4.1
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- Industry recognition0 of 1
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- Which? Trusted Traders11 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Farthing Electrical were working at a neighbours house. There was information on the van regarding services, when the electrican came out to the van whilst I was gardening I asked about replacement showers. The shower in my ensuite had broken a few years ago & water pressure was low in the bathroom shower. Later in the day the electrician called around to prepare a quote for replacing the two showers , he did explain water pressure would be low if washing machine or dishwasher were on at a time when having a shower. An emailed quote was sent later that evening. After consideration I decided to just go with the ensuite shower and a revised quote was promptly sent. I agreed the second quote and installment was arranged a few days later. The work was carried out promptly and the area left tidy. I was shown how to use controls etc. After a couple days when I was satisfied i paid invoice and gave a review. I am very happy with the whole process and would not hesitate to recommend Farthing Electrical for their timely efficient service.”
“James from Farthing completed two different jobs for us, and was both efficient and highly reasonable price wise on both jobs. He replaced a fan in the bathroom, which had become very noisy, with the minimum of fuss. He was quick and there was minimum disruption. The second job involved replacing and outside PIR light, and this proved to be more problematic, due to a failure of the wiring with the exterior brickwork. James spent a good amount of time finding the fault, by isolating the deficient wiring through a process of isolating the various different segment, and finally discovering the problem. He returned 2 days later to redo the wiring externally, and fit a new light. Once again, there was no mess, and the new wiring is very discreet and not noticeable at all This is excellent work by the highly professional gentlemen, and I am very grateful to him for resolving our issues with the minimum of fuss.”
Detailed reviews
Great Service
I read about Farthing on the Which Website. I rang James at about 10.00 am to ask for two very old light fittings to be replaced with modern ones as soon as possible. Only a small job but James quoted on the phone and backed it up immediately by email. I accepted the quote and Harry came round at around 4.00 pm and had finished by 5.00 pm. Brilliant service from start to finish.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
A great help
Having had some difficulty getting an electrician to respond to my emails and calls, I was delighted when James responded straight away and agreed to take the job on, even though it was outside the Solihull area. Harry arrived early on the day and, having identified what needed to be done, proceeded to complete the job with minimum fuss and maximum efficiency. I was delighted with the service and can recommend Farthing Electrical without reservation.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Having moved into the property 2 months ago an EICR was carried out and necessary work undertaken based on the findings. Various internal lights and external security lights have been replaced. A new patio has been laid so new external cabling, lighting and sockets have been installed in the garden.
We have used Farthing Electrical many times over, for jobs big and small. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them and they are more than capable of the really big stuff too. We've had them re-wire whole sections of our house, as well as the more mundane day to day stuff. Genuinely can't recommend Farthing enough, I always pass their number on to friends who need a reliable electrician.
230v Outdoor Electrical Installation Works including: + Install 3 pillar lights - lights not included + Armoured cable to each light from side of house switched by a wireless switch inside house. + Wireless receiver housed in wiska box externally low level - fed from fused spur by an internal adjacent socket. + Add a resin joint with wiska box and armoured glands to extend cables Farthing Electrical have carried out numerous 230 volt outdoor electrical installations on landscaping projects for our clients. James Whitehurst (Director) works to quality standards, professional, reliable and high quality results.
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Ive Been using James and the team at Farthing Electrical for a number of years now. For all our Electrical requirements. He is great with my customers. Always polite and courteous. His Pricing is very transparent offering a price per point which is really helpful for us. Clean and tidy workers. Well up to speed with all today's modern gadget requirements. I would strongly recommend Farthing to other Builders and general public alike.
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for electricians in Solihull
Across 15 electricians in Solihull, 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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- Member since
- 2025
- Source checked
- 14 Jul 2026
- Source checked
- 25 Jun 2026
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- Monday–Saturday
- 8am–5pm
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About
Farthing Electrical is a trusted NICEIC-registered domestic electrical contractor based in Solihull, serving the surrounding areas since 2017. We specialise in installation, maintenance, and testing, covering rewires, new builds, extensions, loft conversions, EV chargers, smart lighting, heating, air source heat pumps, alarms, CCTV, data, and Wi-Fi. We also offer fault finding and emergency call-outs, ensuring your home remains safe and functional. We take pride in delivering a high-quality, hassle-free service, with a dedicated team ready to take your call. We can arrange a video consultation or site visit, provide instant quotations, and schedule work for the next available date. Payment is straightforward and can be made on-site upon completion. With 300+ five-star reviews on Google, Trustpilot, Facebook, and Which?, we are proud to be ranked among Solihull’s Three Best Rated electricians. Contact us today for expert electrical solutions!
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What this business says about itself
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- Emergency availability: Emergency Electrician
- Insurance: £2 million public liability cover
- Guarantee: 12-month workmanship guarantee
- Established: 2017 (9 years in business)
- Areas served: Solihull, West Midlands, Knowle, Dorridge, Dickens Heath, Shirley, Lapworth, Kings Heath
- Good to know: Free quotes
- VAT registered: GB 323529317 · check on the HMRC VAT checker (opens in new tab)
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Is Farthing Electrical Limited a legitimate business?
Farthing Electrical Limited has 11 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 Farthing Electrical Limited?
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Is Farthing Electrical Limited qualified and accredited?
We hold 2 independently sourced credentials for Farthing Electrical Limited, including TrustMark, Which? Trusted Trader. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, TrustMark is the government-endorsed quality scheme for work carried out in and around the home.
Is Farthing Electrical Limited insured?
They state on their own website that £2 million public liability cover. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Ask to see a current certificate before work starts.
Does Farthing Electrical Limited guarantee their work?
They state on their own website that 12-month workmanship guarantee. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Get the terms in writing before you agree to the job.
What does Farthing Electrical Limited specialise in?
Farthing Electrical Limited lists specialist services including Electric Showers, Electrical emergency services, Electrical installations, Electrical repairs, Electrical testing services, Landlord safety certificates. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
What areas does Farthing Electrical Limited cover?
They state on their own website that they cover Solihull, West Midlands, Knowle, Dorridge, Dickens Heath, Shirley, Lapworth, Kings Heath. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
How long has Farthing Electrical Limited been trading?
They state on their own website that the business was established in 2017 (9 years in business). This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked.
