ETC Electrical Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.3

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service. ETC electrical helped us find an equivalent product (our range discontinued ) that matched our existing range. Then when we found at last minute colour change required, one cal... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The two, three light, fittings I originally purchased both failed within the warranty period. The returns and refund process is slow and excludes postage costs such that I am some £18 out of pocket h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ETC customer service is absolutely remarkable - Will in particular makes every effort to respond to queries quickly, effectively and politely. Delivery time is also tremendous - I live in N.I. and usu... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I chose ETC as I needed some Niglon RCBOs. Of the 3 that I ordered, one arrived damaged. This was only apparent when the electrian opened the package to install the RCBOs. Despite the Consumer Rights... See more

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  1. Electronics Store

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We are Electrical Wholesalers based in Wednesbury (near Birmingham) in the West Midlands, which gives us great access to the M6 and M5 routes to services our customers Our aim is to provide you with the best quality genuine branded items at very competitve prices, we are committed to offering an excellent service to account and internet customers, we have been successfully trading for 30 years, 5 of which have been trading online. Large quantities of the products you will find on our site are kept in stock and with the help of our delivery partner DPD we look to satisfy your order(s) promptly and accurately We are long standing members of the IBA buying group which enables us to compete on a national basis I hope you enjoy your experience using our site, however if you have any queries or comments please contact us on 0121 502 5133 or sales@etcelectrical.co.uk


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not good

Not good. Wasted 2 days , terrible customer service

October 16, 2026
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Hello Usman
Thanks for your review
As discussed in our phone call we had already credited your payment back for the items that are now obsolete. An email to confirm this was sent before the credit was made. Sorry we couldn't help with the obsolete item we were trying to find an alternative for you, there will be a replacement shortly but it is not available yet.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Faulty Return Handled terribly - and now out of pocket

I purchased an item from ETC Electrical and sadly when it came it was not working. So I returned it, requesting for a replacement.

ETC received the item but more than three weeks passed without any replacement or refund. There was virtually no meaningful communication or update in this period, despite them having both their product and my money. Eventually, I had to chase again to get an update.

I subsequently left a google review describing my experience. ETC replied saying my order had been credited and that they offered technical advise because the product "may not have been faulty". That response in my opinion completely misses the point nor does it explain why my refund was held for weeks without a replacement or update. The item was in fact faulty though as I got another one for cheaper elsewhere and worked straight away.

To make matters worse, the refund they processed is less than what I originally paid, as they have only refunded the product price, plus VAT, while retaining the original delivery charge and VAT. I also had to pay for the pleasure of returning the item back to them in the first place. No apology, no acknowledgement, nothing.

Products can occasionally be faulty, that isn't why I leave this review. Its the way the issue has been handled afterwards. There are plenty other online retailers who will take your money and treat you as a valued customer elsewhere.

I would not purchase from here again, nor recommend this place to anyone else.

September 7, 2026
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Hello Connor,

We’re sorry we were not able to help you within the timeframe you needed.

On the rare occasion a product is reported faulty, we first try to offer technical advice to quickly verify the fault. We’ve found this to save customers time and money, should the product turn out to be in working order.

If a product is confirmed faulty, we will always replace it without charge.

We take on your feedback regarding our returns process seriously, and will investigate how we can improve this.

Thank you for your time to leave us a review.

ETC Electrical

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor aftersales

Initial contact was great, ordered 10 bulbs and spoke to a nice helpful staff member who confirmed the order and got the products out same day!

Goods arrived the day after and one of the bulbs was smashed, incidentally the bulbs were packed in a plastic courier bag, I am shocked 9 arrived in one piece.

Reported within 5 minutes of the delivery, emailed pictures and the delivery note and the company is refusing to resend one "in case of damage" therefore not fulfilling my order. They said they would refund the damaged one leaving me to locate buy another and pay extortionate postage for one bulb which contractually should be resent. The only reason for not replacing is to save postage on their part.

Could have been a good experience but alas another company putting profit over customers.

April 23, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service.

Fantastic service. Ordered items arrived in 2 days. Items are of excellent quality and have enhanced the look of the hall/landing.

March 18, 2026
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Thanks for the great review happy we could help

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Asked for delivery to the office

Asked for delivery to the office, got delivered on a Saturday when closed, re-delivery they did exactly the same. ETC response not their issue its the delivery company... Not very helpful will never use them again!!! ordered on 18th November and still not got !

December 12, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This is the second order I have placed

This is the second order I have placed, the first one arrived late, they showed the items in stock. However what it means is it’s in stock with the manufacturer/Suplier they don’t have it. Tried them again again for a couple of plugs and blanking plates. Placed order on the 6th for a 1-2 day delivery, it’s being delivered today 14th

October 14, 2025
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Hello Paul
Thanks for your review we can only apologise about the amount of time that it has taken to deliver your order. We are experiencing some long delays with certain suppliers at the moment and i would urge everyone who has an urgent requirement to contact us on 0121 502 5133 to confirm delivery dates.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

only received part delivery

only received part delivery, had to call several times continued to promise to call back with reason but never did.

September 15, 2025
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Hello
Thanks for your review, although we do not fully understand it. We phoned you to confirm that one of the items on your order was being delayed and you agreed that was acceptable. If you have any further questions concerning your orders please call 0121 502 5133 and speak to us at anytime.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid - unhelpful returns on damaged item

I chose ETC as I needed some Niglon RCBOs. Of the 3 that I ordered, one arrived damaged. This was only apparent when the electrian opened the package to install the RCBOs.
Despite the Consumer Rights/ Distance Selling laws that require ETC to cover the return postage for a damaged item, they refused to do this even when I spoke to them on the phone, leaving me out of pocket.

August 26, 2025
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Hello thanks for your review
Your item has been refunded in full, but please note any items which are damaged will be replaced free of charge if we are informed with 48 hours of your delivery being made.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The company was let down by the carrier…

The company was let down by the carrier they use Parcelforce. The experience with ETC electrical was mixed some communication was prompt and some was not answered at all.
Overall the product ordered was fine and the tracking was good

August 8, 2025
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Hello Ken
Sorry you had some issues with your delivery, we have been trying to find out if we can improve the service for you. Parcelforce are normally very good but occasionally we do run into issues.

Thanks for the review all feedback is appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ETC Electrical

Helpful - Friendly Service - Good prices.

Very Much Recommended.

June 6, 2025
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Thanks for your review it is much appreciated. Any time we can help please get in touch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Competitively priced and quick…

Competitively priced and quick delivery. Sorted error (my fault) out quickly and easily. Recommend.

May 5, 2025
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Reply from ETC Electrical

Thanks for your great review it really is appreciated, if we can help with anything else please get in touch

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