“Contacted SCV Electrical to get a second opinion on a previous inspection and their recommendation for remedial work required on my electrics. Dave was responsive and professional throughout advising on what needed to be checked/replaced and what was less urgent to enable me to focus on the important items and not spend unnecessarily. Gus arrived to carry out the work. Lovely, experienced and courteous individual who carried out the inspection and rewiring whilst being respectful of our property. Not the cheapest but always happy to pay more for quality. Would highly recommend!”
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SCV Electrical Limited
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73out of 100
73 out of 100, with a review caution. The score rests on rated 4.9 from 551 reviews across 2 review sources; the caution flags a review pattern to check before you rely on it.
- Rated 4.9 from 551 reviews across 2 review sources
- Reviewed 5 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume551
Independent sources2 independent public sources
Credentials1 credential shown
How this score is made up
What customers say50.9 of 60
Independent checks11.9 of 30
Track record10 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0.6 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them8.3 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site3.1 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 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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4.9out of 5
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Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade451 reviews · 4.9 avg
- TrustATrader100 reviews · 4.9 avg
Highlights
“Dave at SCV electrical is brilliant. He's super communicative, very professional, and fixed all our issues at a reasonable price. I'd highly recommend!”
“Prompt response to message left and called by on same day.Diagnosed my problem with hot water tank which was missed by 2 plumbers . Professional and inspires confidence.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for SCV Electrical Limited, including the highlights above. The 551 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Verified by Checkatrade
I had the pleasure of having SCV Electrical workmen complete the annual and 5 year landlord checks. I have always found them to be reliable and helpful. I have used them for the past 5 years and would reccomended them to anyone.
I had the pleasure of having SCV Electrical workmen complete the annual and 5 year landlord checks. I have always found them to be reliable and helpful. I have used them for the past 5 years and would reccomended them to anyone.
Verified by Checkatrade
We have used SCV multiple times for works in our showroom/office over the last (approx) 10 years. Dave and his team have also helped is with a variety of trade shows. Whenever we receive new lighting or need to move products or if something fails and needs to be checked, we always use SCV. Would happily recommend them
Verified by CheckatradeSwapping single plug sockets for doubles and fixing a flickering light
Dave and his team are great, very knowledgeable, very conscientious! They were quick to respond to my initial request for help, communicated well throughout. The job was done well and quickly, and their rate was very decent. All in all I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking for an electrician in London.
Verified by Checkatrade
Have used SCV for electrical safety testing and remediation on many occasions. Also fitting new lights and electrical heaters. Always professional and reliable and giving good advice.
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Verified by Checkatrade
Having receieved a quote condeming our wiring and for expensive remodelling which based only on testing feeds into the circuit board, we wanted a second opinion. Within an hour the SCV team had assessed the board and the offending circuit within the room and were fully inspected and tested. By rewiring one section and fitting one change to the circuit board - problem solved.
Verified by Checkatrade
We hired this company to carry out an eicr at one of our rental properties, they were very professional, polite and courteous, I would recommend them to any future clients.
Verified by CheckatradeElectrics check and replacement socket & light
SCV turned up on time, talked me through what they were going to do clearly and let me know about any problems they ran into. The work they did was good quality. They were easy to book with and their pricing was transparent.
Verified by Checkatrade
Courteous service, very responsive. Reasonable price. Offered to replace light shade that was broken in process
Verified by CheckatradeElectric safety check
The electrician was very efficient, professional, and thorough. He made our property safe after a flood. He was also friendly and courteous. Excellent job well done. I would highly recommend SCV Electrical. Thank you SCV. Linda
Verified by CheckatradeNew plug socket fitting
Very efficient and friendly service
Absolutely fantastic, did a great job at a very competitive price. Have them booked to do another job (an EICR) next week! Would not hesitate to recommend, 10/10.
Quick to respond, very friendly and helpful. Would recommend
Verified by Checkatrade
They were very on top of organising the visit, helping out on suggestions on which fan to get. On the day of the work, they did a good and efficient job.
Local context
Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for electricians in London
Across 799 electricians in London, 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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Assessed 15 Jul 2026
13 reviews arrived within 7 days with limited reviewer detail
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 150 customer reviews across 2 review sources.
“Dave at SCV electrical is brilliant. He's super communicative, very professional, and fixed all our issues at a reasonable price.” · Checkatrade, 20 Jun 2025
“Dave and his team are great, very knowledgeable, very conscientious! They were quick to respond to my initial request for help, communicated well throughout.” · Checkatrade, 27 Nov 2024
“SCV turned up on time, talked me through what they were going to do clearly and let me know about any problems they ran into.” · Checkatrade, 18 Sept 2024
“Prompt response to message left and called by on same day.Diagnosed my problem with hot water tank which was missed by 2 plumbers . Professional and inspires confidence.” · TrustATrader, 4 Feb 2025
“I have always found them to be reliable and helpful. I have used them for the past 5 years and would reccomended them to anyone.” · Checkatrade, 4 Dec 2024
“Always professional and reliable and giving good advice.” · Checkatrade, 27 Nov 2024
“He arrived on time, did the work perfectly, and left the place clean and tidy. Highly recommended.” · Checkatrade, 29 Dec 2023
“Fantastic service - job completed on time and very clean and tidy - would definitely recommend 5 stars” · Checkatrade, 2 Mar 2023
“Great service as always, job done quickly, efficiently and leaving no mess.” · Checkatrade, 1 Dec 2022
“Lovely, experienced and courteous individual who carried out the inspection and rewiring whilst being respectful of our property.” · Checkatrade, 14 Mar 2026
“they were very professional, polite and courteous, I would recommend them to any future clients.” · Checkatrade, 26 Nov 2024
“The electrician was very polite and respectful, answered all the questions I had” · Checkatrade, 18 Oct 2023
“The work they did was good quality. They were easy to book with and their pricing was transparent.” · Checkatrade, 18 Sept 2024
“Price for the job was very competitive and I would highly recommend them.” · Checkatrade, 29 Jan 2023
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- 26 Jun 2026
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About
SCV Electrical Limited has been vetted and approved by TrustATrader. Covering all of London
Areas served
London
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What this business says about itself
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- Emergency availability: fast response
- Areas served: London, Winchester, Islington
- Good to know: Free quotes
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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.
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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
How long they've really been tradingOperating since at least 2016 (10 years), according to an independent source, not just their own word.
Website online since2013First public review2016
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Common questions about SCV Electrical Limited
Is SCV Electrical Limited a legitimate business?
SCV Electrical Limited has 551 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5, gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. 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 SCV Electrical Limited?
SCV Electrical Limited has 551 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5, gathered across 2 review sources. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know SCV Electrical Limited's reviews are genuine?
SCV Electrical Limited's 551 public reviews are gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. Reviews spread across several review sources are harder to fake than a single polished 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.
Is SCV Electrical Limited qualified and accredited?
We hold 1 independently sourced credential for SCV Electrical Limited, including TrustATrader Approved. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, TrustATrader Approved is TrustATrader's approved badge: awarded after it vets the trader's identity and background.
What areas does SCV Electrical Limited cover?
They state on their own website that they cover London, Winchester, Islington. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
When was SCV Electrical Limited's website registered?
SCV Electrical Limited's website has been online since 2013, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.
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