Blake Contractors Ltd.
Building and Electrical contractors, Southend, Essex
Commercial Electrical Contractors For Businesses & Schools
Since 1979, Blake Contractors has carried out electrical work for businesses and schools across Southend, Essex and London.
We carry out:
- electrical installation condition reports (EICRs) for commercial, education and rented premises
- electrical repairs to lighting and power
- replacement distribution boards, new circuits and complete rewires
In new builds, offices, commercial premises, apartment blocks and classrooms.
Blake Contractors has worked with over 200 schools across Essex and neighbouring counties!
And countless business premises.
Our clients have included Southend-on-Sea City Council, South Essex Homes, Castle Point Borough Council and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service.
Commercial electrical works have to be compliant, delivered to programme and controlled against budget.
We guarantee our works for 12 months from completion, covering parts and labour. Terms and conditions apply.
We don’t offer electrical services that we are not qualified to carry out.
Remember, our ONE STOP SHOP! We can also provide Building Contracting where your electrical project needs associated building work. For projects requiring fire or security systems, we work alongside our specialist Fire & Security division
Thank you for ensuring the wiring has been put in very discretely and so the electrical works looks as if it was part of the original building works.
Thank you very much indeed.
Re-wire and fit new street lighting including excavation for laying wiring underground and fitting new lighting columns to pavements and car park areas – I have just returned from a site visit at the above site. Please pass on my thanks to all concerned. I am very happy with the finished result.
Top FAQs about school and commercial electrical work
How often does a school need an electrical condition report?
The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require electrical systems to be maintained so as to prevent danger, but they do not set a fixed inspection interval. The frequency should reflect the condition, age and use of the installation and the risks within the premises. Higher-risk areas may need more frequent inspection. Complete the form to book an appointment.
What is the difference between an EICR and PAT testing?
An EICR covers the fixed electrical installation – including wiring, distribution boards, circuits, sockets and lighting. PAT testing relates to portable electrical appliances. They are separate types of electrical safety inspection, and the testing required will depend on the equipment and risks within the premises. Complete the form to get a competitive quote.
Can you work outside school hours?
Yes, subject to the requirements of the project. Electrical inspection, testing and installation work can require access to rooms and periods of power isolation, so work can be planned around the needs of the school to minimise disruption. Complete the form to discuss timings.
Can you upgrade our main intake, distribution boards and fuse boards?
Yes, subject to survey. The existing supply, installation and proposed load need to be assessed first. Where changes to the incoming supply are required, the project may also need coordination with the distribution network operator. Complete the form to book a survey.
Can we get additional electrical supplies for machinery?
Yes, subject to survey. New machinery loads need assessing against the existing installation before anything is specified, which is what the survey establishes. Complete the form to book an appointment.
Can our lighting be upgraded to LED?
Yes, subject to survey. We carry out LED replacement across offices, classrooms, sports halls, tennis courts, car parks and retail parks. Complete the form to get a quote.
Do you do data cabling?
Yes, subject to survey. Complete the form to book an appointment.
Dedication to Accreditation
NICEIC certified since August 1981
Blake Contractors Ltd has held NICEIC certification since August 1981. It is not a one-off badge: NICEIC re-assess us on a regular basis against BS 7671, the UK wiring regulations, and against their own scheme rules.
We are certified on four NICEIC schemes:
- Approved Contractor - commercial, industrial and domestic electrical installation work
- Domestic Installer - covering Part P notification for notifiable domestic work
- Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
- Landlord electrical safety certificates (EICRs)
Check our certification on the NICEIC register.
SSIP approved
Blake Contractors Ltd holds SSIP-recognised health and safety certification through CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor.
SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) is the umbrella scheme that allows one health and safety assessment to be recognised across all member schemes, so buyers don't need to reassess us at pre-qualification stage.
Check our current status on the SSIP Portal.
As part of our ongoing commitment to the health and safety of customers and employees, we are members of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents
