Business Details
26 Years
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Emergency
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Electrical Testing & Certification Services in Plymouth
Established in 2000, EPEC Electrical has built a reputation for delivering professional, reliable, and friendly electrical services across Devon, Cornwall, and the Southwest. With over 30 years of industry experience, our founder Darren Ware holds critical qualifications including 2391 for testing and inspection, NIC/EIC Approved Contractor status, and Part P registration. We specialise in electrical installation condition reports (EICR), domestic installations, homebuyer reports, and landlord certificates, ensuring compliance with the latest safety regulations. Our team prioritises safety first, offering honest assessments and transparent communication for both residential and commercial clients.Recognised by organisations like the Diocese of Exeter and Age UK, we maintain strong partnerships with letting agents and private landlords to guarantee electrical safety in rental properties. With competitive pricing and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we provide electronic certification for convenience and offer out-of-hours services by arrangement. Our extensive client base, including Exeter Cathedral and Powderham Castle, attests to our expertise in delivering efficient solutions tailored to individual needs.
Services
Testing & Inspection
EICR Reports
Landlord Certificates
Electrical Installation Reports
Homebuyer Reports
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in electrical safety inspections.
- Our team holds NIC/EIC and Part P certifications for compliance expertise.
- We offer emergency electrical services by arrangement.
- Competitive pricing with transparent cost structures.
- We serve both residential and commercial clients across the Southwest.
Associations and certifications
- NIC/EIC Approved Contractor
- Part P Registered
- Electrical Safety Register
What people say
Quick response with great service
Super helpful and friendly
Competitive pricing
Professional and efficient
Highly recommend
Services
EICR Reports
Our Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) identify potential hazards in fixed electrical systems. We conduct thorough inspections for landlords, homeowners, and businesses to ensure compliance with the 2020 Private Rented Sector Regulations. Our reports highlight circuit overloads, fire risks, and defective DIY work while providing clear recommendations for remedial action.
Landlord Certificates
We help landlords meet legal obligations under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. Our certified reports verify electrical safety for new and existing tenancies, including documentation for tenants within statutory deadlines. We maintain inspection records and provide electronic certification for easy access.
Homebuyer Reports
Our pre-purchase electrical surveys identify hidden risks in domestic installations. We inspect wiring, fuse boxes, and safety systems to reveal deterioration or non-compliance issues. This service provides buyers with critical information about electrical condition and potential upgrade requirements before property transactions.
Electrical Installation Reports
We issue compliance documentation for new installations and modifications to electrical systems. Our reports verify adherence to BS 7671 standards, covering earthing, bonding, and circuit protection. These certificates are essential for property sales, insurance purposes, and regulatory compliance.
Periodic Inspections
We conduct scheduled inspections to monitor electrical system condition over time. Our assessments detect wear, overload issues, and safety risks in both residential and commercial properties. These inspections help maintain ongoing compliance and prevent emergency situations through proactive maintenance recommendations.
People
Darren Ware
Owner & Lead Electrician
With over 30 years of experience, Darren established EPEC Electrical in 2000 after completing his electrician apprenticeship. He holds 2391 qualifications for testing and inspection, is NIC/EIC registered, and Part P certified. Darren specialises in electrical safety compliance for residential and commercial properties.
Questions
What is an EICR report?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses fixed electrical systems for safety compliance, identifying hazards like faulty wiring or overloaded circuits. Required for landlords under 2020 regulations.
Do landlords need electrical certification?
Yes, landlords must provide EICR reports every 5 years under the Private Rented Sector Regulations. We supply reports to tenants within 28 days and maintain records until next inspection.
Can you handle emergency electrical issues?
We offer out-of-hours assistance by arrangement. Recent customers praised our Saturday night support for sudden kitchen electrical failures and rapid response times.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Devon, Cornwall, and the Southwest including Plymouth, Exeter, and Crediton. Our service area includes both urban and rural locations across the region.
What certifications do you provide?
We issue EICR reports, domestic installation certificates, homebuyer electrical surveys, and landlord compliance documents. All certifications are produced electronically for client convenience.
Reviews (7)
John Butterwick
Dec 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Darren was very responsive and fitted the job of shower pull switch replacement in as soon as he could. Did the work efficiently and cleanly for a reasonable price. Would use again.
Service:Repair outlets or switches
Darren was very responsive and fitted the job of shower pull switch replacement in as soon as he could. Did the work efficiently and cleanly for a reasonable price. Would use again.
Service:Repair outlets or switches
SpearFin
Dec 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great Service from Darren. Turned up on time and completed the work in a very professional manner. Highly recommended to anybody looking for an Electrician in the Plymouth area. Thank you
Service:General repairs
Great Service from Darren. Turned up on time and completed the work in a very professional manner. Highly recommended to anybody looking for an Electrician in the Plymouth area. Thank you
Service:General repairs
Sandie Redmond
Nov 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Thorough inspection of our new home's electrical system was carried out very professionally and in a timely manner. One twin socket was faulty and was repaired immediately at a reasonable price. Very happy to add this business number to our 'essential numbers' list.
Service:Repair outlets or switches
Thorough inspection of our new home's electrical system was carried out very professionally and in a timely manner. One twin socket was faulty and was repaired immediately at a reasonable price. Very happy to add this business number to our 'essential numbers' list.
Service:Repair outlets or switches
Aidan Downing
Nov 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Darren at EPEC has done many jobs for me over many years and always found his work and reliability and pricing first class
Services:Repair fan,Install light fixtures,Repair light fixtures,Install fan,Install outlets or switches,General repairs,Relocate outlets or switches,Replace or upgrade panel
Darren at EPEC has done many jobs for me over many years and always found his work and reliability and pricing first class
Services:Repair fan,Install light fixtures,Repair light fixtures,Install fan,Install outlets or switches,General repairs,Relocate outlets or switches,Replace or upgrade panel
David Canter
Nov 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Darren said what he would do - did what he said - on time and within Budget. No hassle just great service - thanks Darren! David Canter, Landlord, Exeter.
Services:General repairs,Repair outlets or switches
Darren said what he would do - did what he said - on time and within Budget. No hassle just great service - thanks Darren! David Canter, Landlord, Exeter.
Services:General repairs,Repair outlets or switches
Liz Camp
Nov 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Darren was very good at communicating with both us and our tenant. His work was carried out efficiently and on time, and the tenant was also please, saying he was no trouble at all in the house! Will definitely be asking Darren again.
Darren was very good at communicating with both us and our tenant. His work was carried out efficiently and on time, and the tenant was also please, saying he was no trouble at all in the house! Will definitely be asking Darren again.
Andy Collier
Oct 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
First class service. Darren sorted all of our properties at short notice and made all the arrangements so hassle free for us. Would highly recommend for all electrical checks and ongoing electrical needs and will always use EPEC electrical services in the future
Service:General repairs
First class service. Darren sorted all of our properties at short notice and made all the arrangements so hassle free for us. Would highly recommend for all electrical checks and ongoing electrical needs and will always use EPEC electrical services in the future
Service:General repairs
