Harkins & Vickers Electrical Solutions Ltd
Harkins & Vickers Electrical Solutions Ltd
1 Rodney Street
Edinburgh
EH7 4EN
1 Rodney Street

EH7 4EN
0131 225 3205
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Electrical Contractors, Electrical Inspection & Testing, Electrical Heating, Electrical Maintenance, Lighting Consultants, Chandeliers, Electricians, Stairwell Lighting, House RewiringTrade Associations
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Previously known as Keith Gunn Electrical, we have been providing first-class, quality electrical services in Edinburgh for over 30 years and have recently expanded to Glasgow where we offer the same great electrical services. Our team are experienced, highly trained electricians with years of knowledge and service. We pride ourselves in our customer service and a job well done. As one of Edinburgh’s best electrical contractors we offer a wide range of domestic, landlord and commercial electrical services. From small domestic repairs to rewiring projects, installations and lighting, we carry out every job to the highest standard.
Popular Electrical Services Electrical Installations, Electrical Testing Rewiring, Fuse boards, Smoke alarms, PAT Testing & Lighting.
In addition to our electrical services, lighting repairs and installations remain at the heart of what we do. We offer traditional, modern or contemporary and even blended lighting schemes. We specialise in installing and repairing chandeliers.
Popular Electrical Services Electrical Installations, Electrical Testing Rewiring, Fuse boards, Smoke alarms, PAT Testing & Lighting.
In addition to our electrical services, lighting repairs and installations remain at the heart of what we do. We offer traditional, modern or contemporary and even blended lighting schemes. We specialise in installing and repairing chandeliers.
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4.9 out of 5 based on
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Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Engineer who came to do 2 jobs, including repairing a fan, said it didn't need doing. When we noticed fan still not working, Keith Gunn tried to charge a second call out fee to come and do job original engineer was employed to do. We weren't happy. Keith Gunn would not budge on second call out fee so we ended up getting another electrician in to do the job which was done very efficiently ( and for half price Keith Gunn wanted). Extra item was charged for in invoice though this was corrected when this pointed out. I recognise the many good reviews here but would suggest people get other quotes, check invoices very carefully and prepare to go elsewhere when faults are not corrected.
Gill lee
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BUSINESS RESPONSE: This client was offered two quote options relating to a fan issue. She asked us to investigate and repair the fan issue rather than replace it, which was the cheaper option. Our engineer investigated the fan and found a loose connection, so he thought it was fixed. It turned out that the repair didn’t last, so we didn’t charge for this service as it was part of another job which included smoke detectors. As we would then have to return to replace the fan on a separate visit, our first hour charge was applied to the quote which the client did not agree with. She wanted the job done at the lower quoted price that was part of the original job which didn’t even cover our call out charge. There was a small discrepancy on the clients invoice, but as soon as this was highlighted, it was resolved immediately. I am sorry she feels our service was not up to scratch on this occasion but I do not know what more we could have done and feel disappointed they felt they had to leave this review.




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The work carried out was done exactly as required, to a high standard & efficiently. It was done very soon after enquiry and with great communications from the team & excellent value for the service provided. I would definitely recommend Keith Gunn to friends/family and would go to them again for future jobs! Thank you!
Steph C





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Similar pricing to others but better advice on wiring regulation requirements. Electrician was swift, left hardly a trace that he had been and did a great job on our installation - very best and tidy. Thank you!
David





Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Fire alarm installation and investigating loose light fitting.
Phoned in the morning (quick to answer!) and the electrician came at lunchtime to do the job. Very happy with the service, super quick. Will definitely use again. Thanks.
Phoned in the morning (quick to answer!) and the electrician came at lunchtime to do the job. Very happy with the service, super quick. Will definitely use again. Thanks.





Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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A speedy, efficient and friendly service with the highest quality of work and professionalism. Keith Gunn give a variety of options when quoting to accommodate for low, middle and higher ranges. They put in great time and effort when outsourcing difficult or discontinued parts whilst maintaining the best possible price for lower budget requirements. I couldn't recommend this business enough. Thanks team!
Camilla Scarlett on behalf of Factotum Lettings





Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Light fitting - excellent, trustworthy tradesman and service
Graeme




Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Have have several things done since late last year:
• Garage electrics disconnected after rainwater had trickled into the part of the garage where the old socket and light switch are;
• Repaired outside junction facility for all the other outside lights; and installed two new automatic floodlights at prominent corners of the house to light up my driveway area in the dark (both of which work well);
• Fixed a number of inside light connections on the same trip switch as, and therefore affected by, the work on the outside lights and garage disconnection;
• Replaced several old lights in the house with new LED equivalents, including new chandeliers for the two main rooms downstairs, and two good new wall lights for the stairs/upstairs landing.
• Also have had a (brief) review done of all my existing wiring - and because of its age and its materials therein, a full rewiring is now recommended - and I aim to get that done as well later this summer.
A few items of work required revisits after the main work was completed - in both February and May 2022 - but everything covered by the recent repair/replacement jobs works fine now as I would expect.
• Garage electrics disconnected after rainwater had trickled into the part of the garage where the old socket and light switch are;
• Repaired outside junction facility for all the other outside lights; and installed two new automatic floodlights at prominent corners of the house to light up my driveway area in the dark (both of which work well);
• Fixed a number of inside light connections on the same trip switch as, and therefore affected by, the work on the outside lights and garage disconnection;
• Replaced several old lights in the house with new LED equivalents, including new chandeliers for the two main rooms downstairs, and two good new wall lights for the stairs/upstairs landing.
• Also have had a (brief) review done of all my existing wiring - and because of its age and its materials therein, a full rewiring is now recommended - and I aim to get that done as well later this summer.
A few items of work required revisits after the main work was completed - in both February and May 2022 - but everything covered by the recent repair/replacement jobs works fine now as I would expect.


James Dick





Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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There was a proper quote done before the job was confirmed, the electrician who came to do the job was clean and tidy, didn’t leave any holes or anything where he had to drill, and the whole half day job was completed with the minimum of fuss and disruption.
John




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The operative was professional and diligent, undertook the task in a logical manner in an attempt to locate the fault, and whilst unable to fix the issue offered an informed recommendation for the way forward.





Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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Garden lighting system and installation of 5 outdoor wall lights. Initially a few problems but company took responsibility and ensured problems were rectified. Quick to respond. Nice people to deal with.





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Various jobs done over past 6 months including fitting lights, EIRC certification, installing extractor fan, repositioning plug sockets. This company have always been very quick to respond and very easy to deal with.
Ian Paterson





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Very quick reaction to an emergency situation and very helpful service.
Graham Gunn





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We have recently started working with Keith Gunn Electrical Solutions and I cannot recommend them enough - highly proficient and excellent customer service.
Alexander Priestly





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We required an Electrical Installation Condition Report to help us assess whether our new home requires rewiring. Very friendly and professional service
David Littlejohn




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I found it hard to find an electrician to look at our Fire Curtain. They took the job on and did it well.
JOHN M FINCH





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The installation engineer arrived on time, was friendly and had the job done in 5 minutes.
James Keating





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I recently arranged with Keith Gunn Electrical Solutions to change the bathroom light fittings from halogen to LED bulbs, and to install a switch in the hall for the bathroom lights, replacing a cord pull that failed every so often. They also needed to make a minor modification to the fusebox.
Their engineer arrived promptly at the stated time and did the work very neatly, efficiently and pleasantly. I was particularly pleased that putting in the switch led to minimal and barely noticeable disturbance to the wall above the switch in the hall, and nothing noticeable in the bathroom behind the wall.
The new lights and the switch are in good working order. I would certainly use KGES again for future electrical work.
Their engineer arrived promptly at the stated time and did the work very neatly, efficiently and pleasantly. I was particularly pleased that putting in the switch led to minimal and barely noticeable disturbance to the wall above the switch in the hall, and nothing noticeable in the bathroom behind the wall.
The new lights and the switch are in good working order. I would certainly use KGES again for future electrical work.
Bill Morton





Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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After trying 4 other electricians and not hearing back, I was delighted to get straight through to KGES to get a quote and book the work. Our electrician turned up on time, was a great guy and very professional. We are happy with every aspect of the service and I went out of my way to email KGES afterwards to tell them how good their electrician was.
James





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They came and did the job I asked them to do...
Chris Elmes