Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Electrical Services for Commercial, Industrial & Domestic Clients
Established in 1982, R D C Electrical Engineers has grown from a sole trader operation to a trusted provider of comprehensive electrical services across commercial, industrial, and domestic sectors. Our team of directly employed electricians, qualified to JIB standards and ECS registered, delivers workmanship certified under NICEIC (including Part P) since 1985, ECA Approved Contractor status since 2005, and recognition as a Construction Line Approved Safe Contractor and NHS Consortium Approved Contractor. We maintain an exemplary health and safety record through rigorous staff training and welfare prioritisation, offering nationwide services from our Birkenhead base.Our technical expertise spans electrical design, installation, testing, and maintenance, with 24/7 reactive support ensuring minimal operational disruption for clients. Backed by partnerships with major retailers and industrial clients like Unilever and Procter & Gamble, we combine 40 years of experience with adherence to BS 7671:2018 standards to deliver cost-effective, compliant solutions tailored to client needs.
Services
Commercial Maintenance
Industrial Wiring
Domestic Repairs
Reactive Maintenance
Electrical Testing
CCTV Installation
Fire Alarms
Data Installation
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40 years of electrical engineering expertise since 1982
- NICEIC accredited with Part P certification since 1985
- Directly employed, ECS-registered electricians with JIB qualifications
- 24/7 reactive maintenance service nationwide
- Proven track record with major clients like Unilever and Nike
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
- ECA
- Construction Line
- NHS Consortium
What people say
Excellent reputation
High standards
Prompt service
Qualified engineers
Peace of mind
Services
Commercial Maintenance
We provide comprehensive electrical maintenance for commercial properties including fault finding, emergency lighting, security systems, and data installations. Our NICEIC-certified engineers ensure compliance with BS 7671 standards while minimising business disruption. Services include periodic testing, fuse board upgrades, and emergency repairs for offices, retail outlets, and public buildings.
Industrial Wiring
Our industrial electrical services cover complete factory wiring, security lighting, CCTV systems, and emergency lighting installations. We work with major manufacturers like Unilever to deliver compliant solutions for warehouses, engineering works, and machine shops. Projects include new installations, maintenance, and upgrades to BS 7671:2018 standards with minimal production downtime.
Domestic Repairs
We offer domestic electrical services including complete re-wiring, fuse board upgrades, garden lighting, and landlord safety inspections. Our engineers provide Part P-certified installations for private homes and apartment complexes, covering power circuits, AV distribution, and outdoor wiring while issuing required certification for property compliance.
Reactive Maintenance
Our 24/7 reactive service addresses electrical breakdowns with rapid response times to restore operations. Using advanced fault-finding techniques, we resolve issues in commercial and industrial settings while ensuring full compliance with 18th Edition wiring regulations. Services include emergency lighting repairs and critical system restoration with full testing post-repair.
Electrical Testing
We conduct periodic electrical testing for domestic, commercial, and industrial properties to BS 7671:2018 standards. Our inspections identify remedial works needed to maintain safety compliance, with detailed reports accepted by councils, insurers, and mortgage lenders. Testing intervals follow recommended guidelines of 10 years for domestic and 5 years for commercial installations.
People
Greg Bowles
Director
With over 40 years in the electrical industry, Greg leads R D C Electrical Engineers' strategic direction. He oversees project delivery and client relationships, leveraging his technical expertise to ensure compliance with evolving industry standards while maintaining the company's founding principles of quality and reliability.
Paula Bowles
Company Secretary
Paula manages administrative operations and regulatory compliance for R D C Electrical Engineers. With extensive experience in construction industry administration, she ensures smooth business operations and client communication while maintaining the company's professional standards since joining in 2005.
Dave Johnston
Contracts Manager
Dave oversees contract execution and project management for major installations. With technical expertise in electrical systems, he coordinates teams across commercial and industrial projects, ensuring timely delivery of complex contracts while maintaining adherence to health and safety regulations.
Ian Faulkner
Operations Manager
Ian manages day-to-day operations and resource allocation for R D C Electrical Engineers. He coordinates reactive maintenance services and schedules planned installations, ensuring efficient deployment of engineering teams while maintaining the company's 24/7 service commitments.
Questions
What sectors does RDC Electrical Engineers work in?
We serve commercial, industrial, and domestic sectors with services ranging from complete factory wiring to home electrical upgrades.
Are your electricians certified?
All our electricians are directly employed, ECS registered, and qualified to JIB standards with NICEIC Part P certification.
Do you offer emergency electrical services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 reactive maintenance with rapid response times for urgent electrical issues across all sectors.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are NICEIC accredited since 1985, ECA Approved Contractors, Construction Line Approved Safe Contractors, and NHS Consortium Approved.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we've completed installations for major retailers like Nike and industrial clients including Unilever and Procter & Gamble.
Do you provide electrical testing services?
We offer periodic testing and inspection services complying with BS 7671:2018, including landlord certificates and commercial installation reports.
