Activate Electrical Reviews 48

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have used Activated Electrical several times and the latest was a small job fitting an additional socket. The work carried out as discussed and quickly, neatly and any mess was cleaned up and the r... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James is the consummate professional. Arrives on time, and doesn't leave until he has completed all work to his complete satisfaction and to a very high standard. Cleans up after the job is finished t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James has carried out two jobs for us, both with a satisfactory outcome. The latest was to provide an EICR report. He also made helpful suggestions about how we might rectify some code 3 issues. He wa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've known James since 2012 when I first moved to the local area and needed a property's wiring bringing up to date. He was as excellent then as he is today. Over the years he has conducted smal... See more

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Company details

  1. Electrician
  2. Contractor
  3. Electrical Engineer
  4. Electrical Installation Service
  5. Lighting Contractor

Written by the company

Activate Electrical is a small established company with over 20 years of experience, providing professional electrical services for both residential and commercial property. James set up the company with the aim to establish a reliable, professional electrical contractor to offer services in all sectors whilst maintaining the personal touch of a smaller contractor. With a firm belief in offering reliability coupled with honesty & highly competitive rates. I want my clients to feel assured that they have a company who do everything above board. Activate Electrical are an ‘NICEIC’ approved contractor and qualified to carry out various electrical services, from, Lighting & Appliance Installation, fault finding, electrical inspection condition reports, electrical testing through to rewiring of properties undergoing renovation or extension. Increasingly, we are installing lighting and power in gardens and outbuildings as householders look to enjoy their outdoor spaces all year round. We are happy to offer our expert opinion and advice to help ensure our clients get the best possible design, practicality & cost. We have a strong client portfolio of building contractors, estate agents, landlords, home owners & commercial clients. Activate Electrical is based in Verwood, and covers surrounding areas A selection of the areas are listed here – Verwood, Three Legged Cross, West Moors, Ferndown, Corfe Mullen, West Parley, Alderholt, Sandleheath, Fordingbridge, Cranborne, Wimborne, Ringwood, St Leonards.


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4.8

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

48 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent local tradesman

We have used Activated Electrical several times and the latest was a small job fitting an additional socket. The work carried out as discussed and quickly, neatly and any mess was cleaned up and the room left spotless. We are very happy with James work and would highly recommend. We also believe in supporting local tradesmen particularly when the work is exemplary.

20 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simply excellent

James is the consummate professional. Arrives on time, and doesn't leave until he has completed all work to his complete satisfaction and to a very high standard. Cleans up after the job is finished too. I had issues with random circuit tripping. James had to remove and replace consumer unit from a very awkward location within my house. I simply cannot recommend Activate Electrical highly enough.

8 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

James is always ready to go the extra mile and does an excellent job. It is always a pleasure to have him to do work for us

19 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James did an excellent job

James did an excellent job carrying out electrical work for us, and more importantly, thoroughly testing the system as we are in the process of selling our house and required a Part P Certificate. He was extremely thorough and conscientious throughout. I would highly recommend James.

22 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Would use again.

James responded promptly to my request for a quote. Work was carried out neatly and proficiently, at time and date agreed. Would very happily use his services again.

24 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fully recommended

James has just completed re-wiring our barn style carport and workshop with lighting and ring main, and we are delighted with the finished project.
This is the first time we have used Activate Electrical, we found James professional, knowledgeable, punctual, and happy to tweak the project if necessary as it progressed.
We are very happy to fully recommend James Hunt.

6 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Competent and Local

James was reliable and friendly in his approach. He carried out the work in a confident and experienced way..and left the area spotless. I have already recommended him without hesitation to a friend

12 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New 32A feed

I needed a new 32A feed for an induction hob. very professional, clean and tidy work. Would highly recommend and use again.

27 February 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Thank you so much for taking time to write this review on the work undertaken at your home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gas bonding and cooker socket repair

James completed two smaller jobs for me he was very helpful and completed the jobs quickly and efficiently. Would thoroughly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy electrician.

11 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended!

Highly recommended honest and conscientious electrician! James installed an EV charger for us. Responded very quickly to the initial enquiry, taking into consideration our requirements and provided a competitive quote. Arrived when he said he would and despite the weather did a very neat and tidy installation with minimal disruption. Thanks James!

9 February 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Thank you for the taking time & completing a Review. Kind regards James

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Electrical Inspection

James was extremely flexible after I changed the inspection dates more than once and when he attended he made me feel very comfortable that I was in safe hands. Furthermore, having discovered a serious issue with the mains meter James helped to get this resolved when the network operator (SSE) and utility company (EON) were arguing for 4 hours as to whose responsibility it was to fix the 'emergency'. He calmly helped get the issue resolved.

9 January 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Thank you for the taking time & completing a Review. Kind regards James

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

James is a rare find.

James is a rare find.
He's great at his job and he cares more about it being done well than you do.
Cheerful, diligent, ever so reliable, really good at explaining and advising plus fair fees mean we always go to James.

12 December 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Thank you for the taking time & completing a Review. Kind regards James

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

James has completed work for us on a number of occasions and has always provided an excellent service. I had an issue with a night storage heater that was displaying fault codes and switching to safe mode. I contacted Dimplex but was unable to source one of their listed recommended engineers. I contacted James and although this was not within his remit he used his knowledge and contacts to diagnose the fault, locate and fit the replacement part to overcome the problem.

4 December 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Hi Steve. Thankyou for taking time out to leave this review. Glad we got the heater back up and running. Have a nice xmas. Kind regards James

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent!

James has carried out two jobs for us, both with a satisfactory outcome. The latest was to provide an EICR report. He also made helpful suggestions about how we might rectify some code 3 issues. He was here all day and can vouch that his work was carried out in a diligent fashion and cleared up before he left. Would highly recommend and will almost certainly be using him at our new property.

27 September 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Hi Sarah, Thank You so much for taking the time to write a review. Any Questions with report, just call. Kind regards James

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Village hall work.

James has done several jobs for our village hall. We are very happy with the standard and quality of James' work. He is reliable, tidy, knowledgeable and friendly. His charges are reasonable too - thoroughly recommended.

1 August 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Thank you for the taking time & completing a Review. Kind regards James

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks

Thanks, James - another job done well and completed with no fuss!

16 August 2023
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Reply from Activate Electrical

Thank you for the taking time & completing a Review. Kind regards James

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