Scott at our branch in Totton always goes that extra mile to source parts, quote a good competitive price and get parts ordered ASAP and most importantly for me keeps us informed as to when parts co... See more
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Straight away it’s a smooth transaction. quote all correct and straight to basket We are long standing clients of CEF and they have always been highly rated by us and now with the online facility it... See more
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Our experience with CEF has always been great, regardless of which branch we use. However, the team at the Norwich branch (our core one) in particular is brilliant, with a big shout-out to Will speci... See more
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About CEF
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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
Georgina Mackie House, CV8 2SU, Kenilworth, United Kingdom
- 01763 272 717
- customerservices@cef.co.uk
- cef.co.uk
4.5
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Received item before i expectet it
Received item before i expectet it. Happy with my purchase.would recommend.
9 July 2026
On time and correct colour 👍
25 June 2026
Card worked for my charger and quick…
Card worked for my charger and quick delivery. Delivery charge could be cheaper tho
25 June 2026
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Amazing Wholesaler
Amazing Wholesaler. Would highly recommend Plymouth Central for all of your electrical needs. Always helpful and go the extra mile. Great website for preparing quotes and also getting prices back. The wholesaler we use the most currently.
Eljay Energy
14 July 2026
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Reply from CEF
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Very efficient process
24 June 2026
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Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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Thank you very much for your review Simon.
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Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Specific part
Only place I could find the specific piece I need for my old diesel engine electrics - so top notch, glad some proper business still in existance! Friendly advice on the phone and next day delivery at no extra cost!
8 July 2026
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Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reasonable price and next day delivery
Reasonable price and next day delivery. Saved going to the local branch
8 July 2026
Reply from CEF
Thank you very much for your review Anthony.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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Thank you very much for your review Neil.
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Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Brilliant local company always helpful…
Brilliant local company always helpful and invoicing and statements that make sense and not demanding for payment on the dot we all have different cash flow recommend them
8 July 2026
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Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Bought a replacement Makita cordless…
Bought a replacement Makita cordless drill, body only. Very good quality product, good service and very fair pricing. All good!
24 June 2026
Reply from CEF
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Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Courier delivered the parcel to the…wrong place
Courier delivered the parcel to the wrong house in the wrong road but the people called our local CEF branch and they picked it up and I then collected from them. The stars are for the cowley branch in Oxford not CEF online or the courier .
8 July 2026
Reply from CEF
Thank you for your review Andy.
We apologise that on this occasion we have not provided you with an acceptable level of service.
Our Customer Services team will be in contact with you.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Excellent service
Excellent service! I’m very satisfied with my purchase. The website is easy to use, and the customer support was outstanding. I called them, and they explained everything clearly and helped me with all my questions. Great experience from start to finish. Highly recommended!
7 July 2026
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Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
All good as usual
19 June 2026
Reply from CEF
Thank you very much for your review Andy.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Can't register to get an invoice for my…
Can't register to get an invoice for my product warranty, said they would get back to me over 2 weeks ago and they didn't. You wanted a review so here it is.
23 June 2026
Reply from CEF
Thank you for your review Darren.
We apologise that on this occasion we have not provided you with an acceptable level of service.
Our Customer Services team will be in contact with you.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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