There is always a good selection of products available & delivery either direct from local store or warehouse is always prompt
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Very helpful, friendly staff who knew their products and gave good advice to get stock online that was not in the store, providing us with the correct codes.
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Service was 1st class, Jacob the manager sources the products quickly and at a very good price, the staff are all friendly and helpful with prompt deliveries. We would certainly recommend City Electri... See more
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Great price, quick delivery and well packaged. Everything was perfect
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Company details
- Electrical Wholesaler
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- Lighting Wholesaler
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About CEF - BIF
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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
6 Phoenix Road, LA14 2UA, Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
- 01229 825952
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Good suppliers
There is always a good selection of products available & delivery either direct from local store or warehouse is always prompt
6 January 2026
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review Phil.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager
Barrow team went the extra mile
Very helpful, friendly staff who knew their products and gave good advice to get stock online that was not in the store, providing us with the correct codes.
9 September 2025
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Everything was perfect
Great price, quick delivery and well packaged. Everything was perfect
26 January 2025
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review Gary.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review Christopher.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Excellent delivery service and nice…
Excellent delivery service and nice easy website to use.
3 July 2023
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review Paul.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Well packed and quick delivery
18 June 2023
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review Mrs Semple.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Good price, great service.
Good price, quick availability and excellent customer service at the branch.
11 February 2023
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review and feedback Brendan.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Service was 1st class
Service was 1st class, Jacob the manager sources the products quickly and at a very good price, the staff are all friendly and helpful with prompt deliveries. We would certainly recommend City Electrical Factors in Barrow.
9 November 2022
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review and feedback.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - BIF
Thank you very much for your review Mr Pearson.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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