At Waverley Construction, we deliver high-quality, fully certified electrical services in Edinburgh for homes, landlords, and businesses.
From small electrical repairs to complete property rewiring, our experienced team provides safe, efficient, and compliant solutions tailored to your needs. With decades of hands-on expertise and NICEIC-approved electricians, you can rely on us for workmanship that meets the highest standards.
Whether you need a local Edinburgh electrician for a quick job or a full electrical upgrade, we’re here to help.
Over time, wiring can deteriorate or fail to meet modern safety standards. If your home or business has outdated or faulty electrical systems, our reliable electricians can carry out full or partial rewires, bringing your system up to current regulations, reducing risks, and ensuring long-term safety.
We upgrade old fuse boxes with modern RCD consumer units, designed to instantly cut power in the event of a fault. Protecting your family and property from shocks and electrical fires.
From wiring to installation, we provide safe and reliable connections for electric showers. Giving you instant hot water while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Our team installs efficient electric radiators, ideal for additional heating or full-room solutions. We ensure neat installation, correct power supply and advice on energy-efficient options.
We carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) and Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) for homeowners, landlords, and businesses. Helping you stay compliant and safe.
We install smoke, CO, and heat detectors that meet Scottish safety standards, along with burglar alarms for reliable 24/7 protection. Keeping your home safe and secure.
We install modern CCTV systems with HD recording and remote smartphone access, so you can keep an eye on your property anytime, anywhere.
Stay connected with neatly installed sockets for telephone, TV, and USB charging points, tailored to your household’s modern lifestyle.
NICEIC-Approved Excellence
Our electricians are fully qualified NICEIC-approved contractors, ensuring every installation meets the highest national safety and compliance standards.
Tailored Services Across Lothians
We proudly serve Edinburgh, Fife and the Lothians, delivering a range of electrical solutions, from small fixes to complete home-wide rewiring and smart-home installations.
Decades of Family-Run Trust
As a family business, Waverley Construction brings generations of craftsmanship and customer-centred service to every electrical project.
Who We Work With
As local Edinburgh electricians we have a wide range of clients:
Whether you need a quick fix or a full electrical installation, we deliver dependable results every time.
Did you know that 35% of your electricity use may be wasted so there is lots of scope to reduce consumption and lower your bills?
Helpful research suggests that typical electricity consumption can be: heating (47%); water heating (14%); washer and tumble dryer (13%); lighting (12%); fridge and freezer (4%); electric oven (3-4%); TV (3%); dishwasher (2%); computer (1%). Visit https://www.visualcapitalist.com/what-uses-the-most-energy-home/ to learn more.
Start by analysing your electricity bill. If you have a smart meter, watch it to understand which appliances are consuming the most electricity.
There are lots of ways that you can reduce your electricity consumption. Here are some suggestions:
We all have a lot of electrical appliances. So, your home may need additional wiring or more plugs to cater for your lifestyle.
Edinburgh has a lot of old properties. These should have their wiring checked regularly, perhaps every 5 years, and may need to be fully rewired about every 50 years.
Read more about our rewiring services.
Electrical fires can occur due to faults with either electrical wiring or an appliance.
Electrical fires as a result of faulty wiring can be caused by damage to the insulation on wiring, allowing wires to contact each other or another conductor creating a short circuit. Fraying, rubbing, corrosion or old age are typical causes.
Electrical fires due to faulty appliances are caused by issues with the appliance’s heating element or overloaded electrical components. These can cause overheating which can lead to them catching fire.
If you see flickering lights (perhaps indicating an overloaded circuit), or if your plugs aren’t working properly, it may be time for a qualified electrician to do an electrical check-up.
Weather conditions and ageing can affect electrical appliances, wiring and circuitry.
Electrical plugs and switches should be checked regularly, ideally every 3-5 years, to ensure they’re safe and working properly.
Yes, old fuse boxes should be upgraded to modern RCD consumer units. These allow you to switch specific circuits on and off easily, meaning you don’t need to replace fuses, and identify areas with electrical faults quickly.
As well as making your home safer, modern consumer units ensure there are no power surges. These may be due to worn wires, faulty insulation, and other problems which could cause fires. All are particularly hazardous for homes with small children and pets.
Electrical surge protectors absorb high power surges through dissipating heat so your electronic appliances are protected.
Electrical surges can occur when power grids are overloaded from high electricity demand, usually in the late afternoons and evenings, or due to severe weather including lightning strikes.
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