Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Electrical Partner in Sheffield
Established in 1945, W Burns & Son has built an 80-year legacy as a family-run electrical contractor in Sheffield. Our reputation for reliability, precision, and customer-centric service has been earned through decades of delivering commercial, industrial, and domestic electrical solutions to exacting standards. As NICEIC-certified specialists, we ensure all work complies with British Standards, providing clients with peace of mind and regulatory compliance. Our team of highly qualified electricians operates 24/7, offering emergency call-outs and scheduled services across Sheffield and a 100-mile radius. With four fully equipped vans and a dedicated office team, we combine technical expertise with swift response times to address both large-scale contracts and minor repairs.Our commitment to health and safety is reinforced through regular training and accreditations including Constructionline and CHAS compliance. Trusted by housing associations, manufacturers, and homeowners alike, we pride ourselves on competitive pricing, guaranteed workmanship, and a 100% satisfaction promise. From fire alarm installations to data cabling, our services are underpinned by an unwavering focus on quality and client needs. As a business rooted in Yorkshire, we value transparency, leaving domestic properties tidy and commercial sites fully compliant. With no callout charges within Sheffield, we remain accessible to all customers seeking dependable electrical solutions.
Services
Commercial Electrical Work
Domestic Wiring
Fire Alarm Installation
Emergency Lighting Testing
Portable Appliance Testing
Industrial Rewiring
Data & Telephone Cabling
Home Electrical Repairs
Health & Safety Inspections
UPS & Clean Power Systems
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- 80 years of combined experience in electrical contracting
- 24/7 emergency call-out service with rapid response
- NICEIC-certified work meeting BS7671 standards
- Family-run business with local Sheffield knowledge
- Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC
- Constructionline
- CHAS
- ECS
Services
Commercial Electrical Work
We deliver comprehensive commercial electrical solutions including large-scale rewiring, plant installations, and compliance testing. Our team handles projects from initial design to final certification, ensuring adherence to BS7671 standards. Clients benefit from minimal disruption and guaranteed workmanship.
Fire Alarm Installation
Specialist fire alarm design, installation, and maintenance services compliant with BS5839. We provide risk assessments, system upgrades, and emergency lighting solutions. Regular testing ensures ongoing compliance and safety for commercial premises.
Portable Appliance Testing
Thorough PAT testing for landlords and businesses to meet legal safety requirements. Our engineers use calibrated equipment to test electrical appliances, providing detailed reports and certification for insurance and compliance purposes.
Domestic Rewiring
Full and partial house rewiring services for homeowners. We install modern wiring systems, additional sockets, and lighting circuits while maintaining safety standards. All work includes NICEIC certification and comes with a full guarantee.
Emergency Call-Outs
Immediate response to electrical emergencies including power failures and fault finding. Our 24-hour service operates 365 days a year, with engineers dispatched within 60 minutes of contact across Sheffield and surrounding areas.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and within a 100-mile radius of our base.
Are your electricians certified?
All our engineers hold NICEIC certification and ECS health & safety qualifications.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency call-out service responds within 60 minutes.
Can you provide commercial compliance certificates?
We supply NICEIC-certified documentation for all commercial electrical work.
What domestic services are available?
We handle rewiring, shower installations, extra sockets, lighting, and fault finding.
How quickly can you complete a PAT test?
Most domestic PAT tests are completed within 2-4 hours depending on appliance numbers.