How Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services Ltd Ensures Safe and Professional Installations

At Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services Ltd, we pride ourselves on delivering electrical installations that are not only high-quality but carried out with professionalism, safety, and attention to detail at every stage.

Our Step-by-Step Approach to Every Project: - Pre-Start Surveys: Detailed inspections and site surveys to identify potential risks before any work begins.

- Methodical Planning and Risk Assessments: Every project is planned in detail, ensuring safe working practices are followed from start to finish.

- Clear Client Communication: We discuss plans, cable routes, and working areas with you to make sure there are no surprises.

- Qualified, Competent Operatives: All work is carried out by fully qualified electricians who follow current regulations and safety standards.

- Protection of Your Property: We use dust sheets, floor protection, and careful working methods to respect your home or business.

- Thorough Testing and Certification: All circuits are fully tested and certified, giving you peace of mind that your installation is safe and compliant.

- Aftercare and Support: Upon completion, we walk you through your new installation and provide all necessary certification and advice.

A Famous Example of How Not to Work: In the iconic British TV show Only Fools and Horses, Del Boy and Rodney attempt to remove a chandelier without checking which ceiling support to loosen, leading to the wrong chandelier crashing to the ground!

Watch the clip here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hamKl-su8PE

At Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services, we operate differently: - We always survey properly. Safe. Compliant. Professional. - We never guess or take shortcuts. - We double-check all fixings, supports, and safety measures before starting work.

Because protecting your property, your safety, and our reputation is serious business. That is why homeowners, landlords, and businesses trust us with their projects.

With Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services Ltd, you're in safe hands - not on the end of a swinging chandelier!

Frequently Asked Questions (North East UK)

What are my legal electrical responsibilities as a Landlord in Newcastle? As a landlord in the North East, you are legally required to ensure that all electrical installations in your rental property are safe when tenants move in and are maintained in a safe condition throughout the duration of the tenancy. This includes obtaining a satisfactory Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) every 5 years or at the start of a new tenancy. Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services provides comprehensive EICR audits for landlords across Newcastle, Sunderland, and Gateshead.

How much does an EICR cost for a standard property in the North East? The cost of an EICR depends on the size of the property and the number of circuits. Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services provides highly competitive, transparent pricing for landlords in the North East. We also offer discounted rates for landlords with multiple properties or HMOs requiring block certification.

What happens if my rental property fails an EICR? If an EICR identifies 'C1' (Danger Present) or 'C2' (Potentially Dangerous) codes, the installation is deemed 'Unsatisfactory'. Landlords have exactly 28 days to complete the necessary remedial work. Our team at Switch Electrical & Mechanical Services can provide immediate, fixed-price quotes for all remedial work following an inspection to ensure you remain legally compliant.