Cardiff, Cardiff
Electrician in Cardifffor homes, rentalsand businesses
A qualified, NAPIT Approved electrician covering Cardiff from our Cwmbran base, with clear quotes, certified work and a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
NAPIT Approved · Over 15 years' experience · 12-month workmanship guarantee
NAPIT Approved Contractor
Reg. no. 63450
Part P Registered
Via NAPIT scheme
£2m Public Liability
Fully insured
12-Month Guarantee
On workmanship
TrustATrader Member
Vetted trader
Free Quotes
And site visits, always
Local to Cardiff
A qualified electrician serving Cardiff
Cardiff is within easy reach of our Cwmbran base, and VE Electrical covers homes, rented properties and businesses across the capital.
That includes areas such as Roath, Cathays, Canton, Pontcanna, Llandaff, Whitchurch, Rhiwbina, Llanishen, Cyncoed, Penylan, Splott, Grangetown and Cardiff Bay, along with the city's outskirts.
Whether you need a single circuit fixed or a full rewire, you deal directly with Thomas, from quote to completion.
Homes and buildings in Cardiff
Cardiff has a huge stock of Victorian and Edwardian terraces in areas such as Roath, Cathays, Canton and Grangetown, many of which have been converted into flats or houses in multiple occupation. Suburbs such as Whitchurch, Rhiwbina and Llanishen have large numbers of inter-war and post-war semis, while Cardiff Bay and newer developments have modern flats and houses. Each type brings its own electrical issues, from aged wiring in terraces to limited space for upgrades in modern flats.
Common electrical needs in Cardiff
- Landlord and HMO EICRs. Cardiff's large rental and student housing market makes regular EICRs essential.
- Rewires in Victorian terraces. Terraces in Roath, Cathays and Canton often need rewiring during renovation.
- EV chargers in the suburbs. Suburban homes with driveways are well suited to home charging.
- Commercial work. Shops, offices and premises across the city need reliable electrical work.
Services in Cardiff
Electrical services available in Cardiff
Every service below is available to domestic and commercial customers in Cardiff, with free quotes and site visits.
EV Charger Installation in Cardiff
A safe, tidy home charger fitted and certified, so you can charge overnight on your own driveway.
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Consumer Unit Upgrades in Cardiff
Replace an old fuse box with a modern consumer unit that protects your home and meets current regulations.
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EICRs in Cardiff
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords, buyers and homeowners: a clear, honest picture of your wiring.
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Fault Finding in Cardiff
Tripping circuits, dead sockets or flickering power traced to the cause and fixed properly.
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Full & Partial Rewires in Cardiff
Planned, clean rewires for older properties and renovations, with minimal disruption to your home.
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Smoke Alarm Installation in Cardiff
Interlinked smoke and heat alarms fitted correctly, giving you and your family early warning.
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Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Cardiff
Carbon monoxide alarms fitted in the right place near boilers, fires and stoves.
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Indoor Lighting Installation in Cardiff
Kitchen downlights, pendants, under-cabinet and living room lighting, designed and fitted properly.
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Outdoor & Garden Lighting in Cardiff
Wall lanterns, PIR security lights and patio lighting, weatherproof and fitted to last.
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Extractor Fan Installation in Cardiff
Bathroom and kitchen extractor fans fitted to clear steam and help prevent damp and mould.
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Emergency Call-Outs in Cardiff
Lost power or a dangerous fault? Call Thomas directly for an emergency call-out.
Learn moreWhy choose us in Cardiff
The electrician who quotes is the one who does the work
VE Electrical Services is owner-led. When you call about a job in Cardiff, you speak to Thomas Villars: a fully qualified, NAPIT-registered electrician with over 15 years' experience in the industry, who set up the business eight years ago. He quotes the work, carries it out, tests it and signs it off.
Thomas has worked on the same kinds of properties you'll find across Cardiff and the wider Cardiff area, from older homes with ageing wiring to newer houses that need extra circuits. For larger projects, trusted subcontractors are brought in, with Thomas staying your single point of contact.
The business is a NAPIT Approved Contractor (no. 63450), Part P registered, carries £2 million public liability insurance and is a TrustATrader member. Every job comes with a 12-month workmanship guarantee, and quotes and site visits in Cardiff are always free.
Local issues
Common electrical problems in Cardiff properties
Heavily used rented homes
Rented and shared homes see heavy use, wear and alterations, which an EICR helps keep on top of.
Old wiring in terraces
Many terraces have wiring that has been patched over decades rather than replaced.
Overloaded circuits
Shared homes with many occupants and appliances can push older circuits too hard.
Limited space in modern flats
Compact flats can leave little room for new circuits such as EV charging or kitchen upgrades.
Supporting Cardiff landlords
EICRs, remedial work and smoke alarm upgrades can be arranged around tenants, with written confirmation once the work is done.
Between Newport and the valleys
Cardiff coverage links with Newport to the east and Caerphilly and Pontypridd to the north.
Local guide
Electrical advice for Cardiff homeowners and landlords
Commercial work in Cardiff
From city-centre shops and offices to units on the outskirts, Cardiff businesses need electrical work that is safe, certified and well planned. Thomas carries out fault finding, inspection and testing, and new circuits for commercial clients, planning work around trading hours where he can. Larger projects can be supported by trusted subcontractors, with Thomas staying responsible for the job and your single point of contact throughout.
HMOs and shared homes
Cardiff's student areas and shared houses put electrical installations under heavy use, with many occupants, appliances and phone chargers running at once. Landlords benefit from regular inspection, interlinked smoke and heat alarms, and enough sockets and circuits to stop tenants relying on extension leads. Where an EICR identifies work, it can be carried out and confirmed in writing.
Renovating period homes in Roath, Canton and Pontcanna
Buyers renovating Cardiff's Victorian terraces often want modern kitchens, extra sockets, better lighting and sometimes an EV charger. Planning the electrics at the start of a renovation means cables can be run neatly before plastering, and capacity can be designed in for future needs. Thomas works with you on positions and scope so the finished home suits how you live.
Suburban homes and EV charging
In suburbs such as Whitchurch, Rhiwbina, Llanishen and Cyncoed, many homes have driveways that suit a home EV charger. Older suburban semis may need a consumer unit check first, which is part of the free site visit.
Our process
How a job in Cardiff works
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Call or request a quote
Tell Thomas what you need and where in Cardiff you are.
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Free site visit
The job is assessed in person, with honest advice on what's needed.
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Clear quote
You get a clear price before any work is booked.
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Work and testing
The work is carried out tidily and tested to current regulations.
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Certification and guarantee
You receive certification, backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
FAQ
Electrician in Cardiff: your questions
Do you serve Cardiff?
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Yes. VE Electrical Services covers Cardiff and the surrounding area, within easy reach of our Cwmbran base. We work across South Wales and Bristol.
How fast can you reach Cardiff?
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It depends on the job and the day's bookings. Call 07359 090416 and Thomas will give you an honest answer on when he can attend, rather than a promise he can't keep.
How much does an electrician cost in Cardiff?
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Every job is different, so prices are given after a free site visit. Quotes are always free and you'll know the price before any work starts in Cardiff.
Do you offer emergency call-outs in Cardiff?
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Yes. Emergency call-outs are offered on top of normal hours (Monday to Saturday, 7am to 8pm). For power loss or a dangerous fault in Cardiff, call 07359 090416.
Is your work in Cardiff guaranteed and certified?
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Yes. All work is tested and certified, and backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee. VE Electrical is a NAPIT Approved Contractor (no. 63450) and Part P registered.
Which parts of Cardiff do you cover?
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All of Cardiff, including Roath, Cathays, Canton, Pontcanna, Llandaff, Whitchurch, Rhiwbina, Llanishen, Cyncoed, Splott, Grangetown and Cardiff Bay.
Do you carry out EICRs for HMOs in Cardiff?
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Yes. Inspections are arranged around tenants, with clear reports and quotes for any remedial work.
Can you install an EV charger at my Cardiff home?
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Yes, where there is suitable off-road parking. A free site visit confirms what's possible.
Nearby areas we cover
As well as Cardiff, VE Electrical covers Newport, Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Cwmbran and the wider South Wales region, plus Bristol. Working from a base in Cwmbran means regular jobs across Torfaen, Newport, Monmouthshire, Cardiff, Caerphilly and Rhondda Cynon Taf, so whether your property is in Cardiff itself or one of the surrounding villages, you get the same owner-led service, the same free quotes and site visits, and the same 12-month workmanship guarantee. If you are not sure whether your address is covered, call 07359 090416 or email vecontractors@outlook.com and Thomas will let you know straight away.
Need an electrician in Cardiff?
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£2m public liability · 12-month workmanship guarantee · Mon–Sat 7am–8pm, emergency call-outs available