CEF - RET Reviews 10

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

2, Hill Court, Hallcroft Industrial Estate, DN22 7PX Retford, Aurillac Way, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had been looking to purchase the Dewalt Tote bag (DeWalt DWST82990-1 TSTAK Carrying Bag) for a while and noticed it for sale on the CEF website for around £20 lower than anywhere else. I purchased o... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered online for local store delivery. Item arrived when it was supposed to with no problems/delays. Received phone call to say had arrived. Highly recommend CEF

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Competatively priced, products do the job, quick delivery and good customer service. The initial order was delived within a day or two of ordering. Unfortunately, two of the products were damaged (r... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was the time i have used C E F. After speaking with helpfull people and ordering made easy. I will certainly use C E F again,and recomend your company.

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Company details

  1. Electrical Wholesaler
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About CEF - RET

Written by the company

We go above and beyond for our customers wherever and whenever you contact CEF, our focus is to help you.

CEF has a UK national network of 393 branches with electrical experts in-branch ready to help with friendly advice and support to allow you to get the job done. Established in 1951, CEF is privately owned and the business now extends to the USA, Canada, Ireland, Spain, and Australia.

CEF is the expert electrical wholesaler for professional electricians and contractors all over the UK.

Our ‘Same Day In-branch’ range of almost 3,000 electrical products is available in every branch. Our fully trained sales, technical, and service staff are ready to help.

Place online orders for next working day delivery at cef.co.uk from over 300 leading suppliers.

In-branch and online we offer the largest range of products, giving you access to more than 35,000 products.

Our online customer service team is available from 8am to 8pm via phone, email, or live web chat to offer advice and assistance with your queries.

By partnering with Trustpilot we welcome your feedback, helping us ensure your experience is the best it can be.

Stocklists of: Cables and Accessories/Cable Management/CCTV, Fire and Security/Data and Networking/Heating and Ventilation/Industrial Controls/Lamps and Tubes/Lighting Luminaires/Power Tools/Renewables/Switchgear and Distribution/Test Equipment/Tools, Fixings, and Workwear/Wiring Accessories

CEF - Your local Electrical Experts

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Over 390 Stores Nationwide
You'll be sure to find a CEF near you
Next Day Delivery
On all orders placed before 6pm
Free Delivery
Spend over £50 and get Free delivery to any mainland UK address or your nearest CEF store
Reserve and Collect
Reserve your products online and collect them from your nearest store
Customer Service
Our dedicated Customer Service team are available Mon - Fri 7.30am - 8pm

Contact info

  • 2, Hill Court, Hallcroft Industrial Estate, DN22 7PX, Retford, Aurillac Way, United Kingdom

  • 01777 860636

4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Convenient store location

Convenient store location. Good prices

February 1, 2026
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review Simon.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price with next day free delivery !

I had been looking to purchase the Dewalt Tote bag (DeWalt DWST82990-1 TSTAK Carrying Bag) for a while and noticed it for sale on the CEF website for around £20 lower than anywhere else. I purchased online and chose to have it delivered to the local store as I was going to be out the next day. I collected on my way back home the following day and very pleased with the product and service from CEF.....In this world of constant irritation, don't you just love it when a plan comes together !!

March 20, 2025
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review and feedback Alan.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt order fulfillment

Prompt order fulfillment. Helpful pleasant staff.

November 29, 2024
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review Geoff.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good company to use

It was the time i have used C E F. After speaking with helpfull people and ordering made easy. I will certainly use C E F again,and recomend your company.

May 24, 2024
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review and feedback.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Would use again

Competatively priced, products do the job, quick delivery and good customer service. The initial order was delived within a day or two of ordering. Unfortunately, two of the products were damaged (reason for 4*'s), however, the process of requesting replacements was very straightforward (quick call and 2 pics sent to an email to prove damage) following which I received replacements the next day.
Would recommend and use again

March 25, 2024
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review and feedback.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely helpful staff member in the…

Extremely helpful staff member in the store in Retford, explained in an easy to understand way the product that I was buying.

November 13, 2023
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review and feedback John.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Ordered online for local store delivery. Item arrived when it was supposed to with no problems/delays. Received phone call to say had arrived. Highly recommend CEF

July 19, 2023
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review and feedback Susan.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast & efficient

Fast friendly efficient, great products at a good price.

November 29, 2021
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Reply from CEF - RET

Thank you very much for your review.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

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