Business Details
17 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Electrical Services in Scarborough
Elect-Rick has been delivering professional electrical services since November 2009, operating from Scarborough with a fleet of six vehicles. Our team comprises fully qualified electricians specialising in domestic, commercial, and industrial installations, including fibre optics and network data cabling. We hold City & Guilds 3667 Level 2 certification for communication cabling, ensuring technical excellence across Scarborough, Whitby, Filey, Bridlington, and Pickering. As a family-run business, we prioritise first-class service at affordable prices, evidenced by our 2018 'Micro Business of the Year' award from STARS. Our commitment to safety and quality is demonstrated through regular electrical testing, PAT compliance solutions, and 24/7 emergency call-outs.We serve private households, letting agencies, landlords, and commercial clients, maintaining transparency through clear pricing and no hidden fees. Our reputation for reliability and technical expertise has been built through over 14 years of consistent service delivery, with all work meeting UK safety regulations. We specialise in full rewires, socket replacements, CCTV/fire alarm installations, and door entry systems, combining modern technology with traditional craftsmanship. Our office hours operate Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00 with emergency support available at all times.
Services
Electrical Installations
Testing & Inspections
CCTV Installation
Data Cabling
Emergency Services
Fire Alarms
Door Entry Systems
PAT Testing
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency electrical services
- All electricians are fully qualified and certified
- Specialists in fibre optics and network data cabling
- Family-run business with local community recognition
- Award-winning service since 2009
Associations and certifications
- City & Guilds 3667 Level 2 in Communication Cabling
What people say
24/7 emergency service
Competitive pricing
Professional team
Technical expertise
Reliable service
Services
Electrical Installations
We provide comprehensive electrical installation services for domestic and commercial properties. Our qualified electricians handle everything from socket replacements to full property rewires. Specialising in modern infrastructure solutions while maintaining strict safety compliance.
Testing & Inspections
Our electrical testing services ensure compliance with UK safety regulations. We offer PAT testing for landlords and businesses, with recommended testing intervals of 5-10 years depending on property type. All inspections include detailed documentation.
CCTV Installation
We install advanced CCTV solutions for property security. Our systems help prevent crime and monitor premises 24/7. Designed for both domestic and commercial applications with tailored configurations to meet specific security needs.
Data Cabling
Specialist installation and testing of fibre optics and copper network cabling. Certified to City & Guilds 3667 standards, we provide both indoor and outdoor data infrastructure solutions with fault-finding capabilities.
Emergency Services
Emergency electrical assistance available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our rapid response team handles urgent electrical faults and safety issues with immediate attention, ensuring minimal disruption to domestic and commercial clients.
People
Rick Thomson
Electrician & Electronics Engineer / Company Director
With over 14 years' experience, Rick leads our technical operations. He established Elect-Rick in 2009 and oversees all electrical installations and testing procedures.
Anne Thomson
Company Secretary
Anne manages administrative operations and client communications. Her organisational expertise ensures smooth business operations since joining in 2009.
Stuart Turner
Electrician / Fibre Optics Engineer
Specialising in data cabling, Stuart holds advanced qualifications in communication cabling. He has been with Elect-Rick since 2012, delivering specialist network solutions.
Joe Webster
Electrician / Fibre Optics Technician
Joe provides technical expertise in both electrical installations and data cabling. He joined the team in 2015, supporting complex commercial projects across Yorkshire.
Keith Lightley
Clerical Assistant
Keith handles day-to-day office administration. With 8 years' service, he manages scheduling and client enquiries during our 09:00-17:00 working hours.
Questions
What electrical services do you offer?
We provide full electrical installations, testing, CCTV/fire alarm systems, data cabling, and 24/7 emergency support for domestic and commercial clients.
Are your electricians qualified?
All our electricians are fully qualified with City & Guilds certification in communication cabling and current with UK electrical safety standards.
How often should electrical testing be done?
Testing intervals: 10 years for owner-occupied homes, 5 years for rentals and commercial properties, and 5 years for pubs/restaurants.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency call-outs with rapid response times for urgent electrical faults and safety issues.
Which areas do you cover?
We serve Scarborough, Whitby, Filey, Bridlington, Pickering, and surrounding North Yorkshire areas with local knowledge and quick response times.
Reviews (4)
Dave Petterson
Oct 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Brilliant service, lost power Saturday night at 7pm. Rick arrived within 20mins and I was back up and running by 8pm. absolute life saver. Thank You.
Service:Power restoration
Brilliant service, lost power Saturday night at 7pm. Rick arrived within 20mins and I was back up and running by 8pm. absolute life saver. Thank You.
Service:Power restoration
Richard Davis
Sep 03, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Highly recommend Elect-Rick,very happy with the service, thank you Rick for your hard work.
Service:General repairs
Highly recommend Elect-Rick,very happy with the service, thank you Rick for your hard work.
Service:General repairs
Hayley Green
Dec 01, 2020
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Critical:Responsiveness
Rang them about a job,left message ,they couldnt be bothered to respond,it would have been good manners to at least to call me to say they were to busy or they didnt want the job.they dont deserve to get work
Rang them about a job,left message ,they couldnt be bothered to respond,it would have been good manners to at least to call me to say they were to busy or they didnt want the job.they dont deserve to get work
David Martin
Jul 17, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Came to rewire our ground floor in time for underfloor insulation to be fitted. Ancient wiring and one thing led to another but they worked expertly to get job done in time. Planning to use again for an extension job.
Came to rewire our ground floor in time for underfloor insulation to be fitted. Ancient wiring and one thing led to another but they worked expertly to get job done in time. Planning to use again for an extension job.
