SMD Electrical Services Limited

We did not get any other quotes as we are fed up with rogue traders and trusted the which recommendations. We were not disappointed - Steve provides a professional service - clearly quoted for and efficiently carried out. Agree with others that Steve seems a bit on the pricey side but we are using him again for our garage conversion as we know we can trust Steve to complete the job to a high standard with attention to detail.

Secondary Review Posted by Cregan: Over the last three months we've had Steve back to do numerous jobs. These include replacing the lighting circuit in one room with new downlighters, when he coordinated with the contractor who replaced the ceiling, and replacing the ground floor sockets with a faceplate type, replacing backboxes where necessary. As always, I was impressed with Steve's meticulous attitude to safety, complete thoroughness and trustworthiness. I cannot recommend him highly enough!

I called this guy after finding his name on Which Local. He was excellent and professional, safe and thorough. Very professional and I have recommended him to friends. I would gladly use him again. Very reliable and respond to calls and messages promptly. Dr K Gangar

If you are looking for an electrician then I suggest you look no further. I contacted Steve in early December to request a quote for a kitchen rewire and a new consumer unit for the new house I had just bought. We arranged a date and Steve arrived and we spent a good 30 minutes going over my plans and what we wanted. He listened to what we wanted to do with the house and offered advice and suggestions to best accommodate it. Steves very professional quote came in along with more advice, suggestions, leaflets on regulations. He detailed exactly what he would do, what he would use and when he could do it and within a week he was in. 10 days or so later the work was complete and we couldn't be happier. I'd guess that Steves quote is maybe a little more expensive than competing electricians. But I still gave a 5 for value because in my mind, the sound advice, the professionalism, the peace of mind, and his willingness to listen to what I wanted rather than just wading in telling me what I needed was well worth paying a premium for. In the summer we plan on gutting the bathroom and sorting the garden/shed. Steve will be getting the call to sort out any electrical work for both. Highly recommended.

Follow up Review posted by Kay Kenyon : Steve was doing a small job for us on 1/12/09 when I asked him to check a fuse on a large air extraction unit in our basement. The company sent out a contractor to replace the motor with a new one in Jan but it still didn't work. We had to get Steve back in on 28/1/10 to check the contractors work as they said there was no electricity going to the switch, of course Steve had checked this along with the fuse back in Dec. Several phone calls occurred that morning between us, the contractor and the company which had hired them but it was a stalemate. Steve said, " I will take the whole switch (which they had rewired) to pieces and start again". It is due to Steve's thoroughness and perseverance that he found they had accidently clamped the neutral wire, which is why nothing worked! Yet again we are impressed with Steve's professionalism. Steve moved some sockets for us, channelling in the wiring etc. As usual he was very professional, tidying up after himself, issuing relevant certificates etc.

2nd review for this trader: I used Steve again recently to install electricity to the garage, which was a 2 day job. As before, Steve provided a comprehensive quote beforehand, which he stuck to, and was punctual, courteous and hard-working. He also brought a colleague with him, so completed the work in only one day. Extremely pleased with the quality of the work, and wouldn't hesitate to use him again.

Steve performed some minor electrical work for us. He was very professional and thorough. Before starting the work, he sent us a quote with a full breakdown of the costs. We have not had any issues since he completed the work and Steve has sent us the relevant certificates. I would use him again and would recommend him to other Which? members.

Thoroughly reliable; good at his job; came when he said he would; clean and tidy. Small. one man business. NICEIC Approved Contractor www.niceic.com NICEIC Domestic Installer www.niceic.com TrustMark Approved www.trustmark.org.uk Surrey County Council Trading Standards Approved www.buywithconfidence.gov.uk Possibly a little on the pricey side, but worth it for a good, reliable worker.

Used today for the first time, having found details in Which Local. Despite the snow & ice, Steve arrived early this morning, as agreed, and efficiently completed the job - the replacement of an extractor fan. He had clearly explained his charging policy in advance, so there were no surprises. I would be happy to use his services again.

I got this number from Which when my daughter needed an electrician in a hurry. She said "Steve is extremely thorough and reliable. You know your electrics are in very safe hands. HeÍs friendly, and helpful and gives sound advice. A great person to have working on your home."