Electricians in Kendal & the North West
Electrical work done right, first time.
First Electrical brings over 25 years’ experience to domestic, commercial and industrial electrical work. Installed with care, tested thoroughly and certified, every time.
- 24 hour call-out
- Fully certified work
- Free, fixed quotations
- years’ experience
- 25+
- emergency call-out
- 24/7
- every job tested & certified
- BS 7671
- no-obligation quotations
- Free
What we do
Complete electrical services for homes and businesses
From a single fault to a full commercial fit-out, one experienced team handles design, installation, testing and certification.
Domestic electrical work
Rewires, consumer units, LED and smart lighting, garden lighting and Part P work.
Commercial & industrial electrical work
Shop and office fit-outs, LED upgrades, car park lighting, distribution and maintenance.
Electrical testing & certification
EICRs, PAT testing, emergency lighting, installation and Part P certificates.
Fire alarms, CCTV & data networking
Fire alarm systems, CCTV installation and structured data cabling.
24 hour emergency electrician
Day or night call-out for faults, power loss and dangerous electrics.
Not sure what you need?
Tell us about the job and we’ll give you straightforward advice, with no obligation.
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Why First Electrical
High standards aren’t an extra. They’re how we work.
Electrical work hides behind walls and ceilings, so you need to trust the people doing it. These are the commitments we make on every job, large or small.
Clear, written quotations
You’ll know exactly what’s included and what it costs before any work begins. No surprises on the invoice.
We turn up when we say
Agreed start dates, realistic programmes, and a call if anything changes. Your time matters as much as ours.
Safety without shortcuts
Every installation is designed, installed and tested to the current Wiring Regulations, BS 7671.
The right paperwork, every time
Installation and Minor Works certificates, EICRs and Part P notification, issued promptly and kept on record.
How it works
A straightforward process from first call to certificate
Get in touch
Call us or send an enquiry. Tell us what you need and we’ll arrange a convenient time to talk it through.
Survey & quotation
We look at the job, answer your questions and send a clear, fixed written quotation.
Installation
Carried out neatly by experienced electricians, with your property protected throughout.
Test & certify
Everything is tested, explained and handed over with the correct certification.
Landlords, businesses & homeowners
Need an EICR, PAT testing or a certificate?
A certificate is only worth something if the testing behind it was done properly. We inspect and test methodically, explain what we find in plain English, and never recommend work that isn’t needed.
Testing & certification- Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
- Electrical Installation Certificates
- Minor Works Certificates
- Emergency lighting certification
- Part P certification
- PAT testing
Areas we cover
Local electricians for Kendal, the Lakes and North Lancashire
Based in Kendal, we work for homeowners, landlords and businesses right across South Cumbria and the North West.
- Kendal
- Windermere
- Ambleside
- Grange-over-Sands
- Kirkby Lonsdale
- Sedbergh
- Milnthorpe
- Carnforth
- Lancaster
- Morecambe
- Ulverston
- Penrith
FAQs
Common questions
Can’t see your question here? Call us on 01539 564477 and we’ll be happy to help.
How often do I need an EICR?
Private landlords in England must have the electrical installation inspected and tested at least every five years and give a copy of the report to tenants. For owner-occupied homes, every ten years is recommended, or when you buy a property. Commercial premises are usually every five years, and some uses, such as swimming pools or caravan parks, more often.
How do I know if my house needs rewiring?
Warning signs include an old fuse box with rewireable fuses, rubber or fabric-covered cables, scorch marks on sockets, frequent tripping, and no RCD protection. An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) will tell you exactly what condition the wiring is in and whether a rewire is needed.
What is Part P and why does it matter?
Part P of the Building Regulations covers electrical safety in homes in England. Certain work, such as new circuits, consumer unit replacements and work in bathrooms, must be notified to building control. When we carry out notifiable work, we handle the notification and you receive the certificate.
Why does my electricity keep tripping?
A circuit that trips is doing its job: it has detected a fault, an overload or leakage to earth. Common causes are a faulty appliance, water ingress or damaged cabling. Try unplugging appliances on that circuit and resetting it; if it still trips, call us and we’ll trace the cause.
Which areas do you cover?
We’re based in Kendal and work across South Cumbria, the Lake District and North Lancashire, including Windermere, Ambleside, Grange-over-Sands, Kirkby Lonsdale, Sedbergh, Milnthorpe, Carnforth, Lancaster, Morecambe, Ulverston and Penrith. If you’re not sure whether we cover you, just ask.
Get in touch
Let’s talk about your project
Tell us what you need and we’ll come back to you promptly with advice and a free, no-obligation quotation.
Call us, 24 hours a day01539 564477Emergency out of hours? Call our mobile on 07867 864724.
- Free quotations for planned work
- Emergency call-out, day or night
- Domestic, commercial and industrial