Great to have a proper electrical factor available on a Saturday and a great selection of parts. Email comms with the store direct was also of great use. I would suggest the only improvement would... See more
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As always local branch (Stewart) was very helpful in giving me information required and ordering was quick and simple and items arrived quickly. As always a good local store good staff. Ordering on li... See more
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Purchased a pull switch that was out of stock at many other retailers.
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Delivery was fine but came on a day not specified and had to make a return visit other than that good.
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Company details
- Electrical Wholesaler
- Cable Company
- Electrical Appliance Wholesaler
- Lighting Wholesaler
- Screw Supplier
- Solar Energy Equipment Supplier
About CEF - DYC
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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
Unit D14, Wellheads Ind.Est., AB21 7GA, Aberdeen, United Kingdom
- 01224 729227
3.5
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9 reviews
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Great store and goods stocking
Great to have a proper electrical factor available on a Saturday and a great selection of parts. Email comms with the store direct was also of great use.
I would suggest the only improvement would be on the CEF internal software as the process to do a cash sale and also returns is rather slow.
12 January 2026
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review and feedback Alistair.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Bought cable for collection as I needed…
Bought cable for collection as I needed it before the weekend. Went through to Aberdeen once I got confirmation that it was ready to collect. Got through there and gave order code to staff waited around 20 mins to be told they didn’t have it in stock and apologised. Went home and ordered it for delivery it arrived on the Monday.
26 September 2025
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review Robert.
We apologise that 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)
Timely delivery
Timely delivery, fifth star would have been awarded if all the materials had came in one shipment
10 February 2025
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
2 wrong sized items supplied on…
2 wrong sized items supplied on internet order but replaced after phoning local depot, though took several days to replace due to lack of local depot staff.
19 October 2024
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
CEF DELIVERY
Delivery was fine but came on a day not specified and had to make a return visit other than that good.
22 June 2024
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review and feedback Ronald.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review and feedback Angus.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review Julie.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review Ross.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Always good service and helpful
As always local branch (Stewart) was very helpful in giving me information required and ordering was quick and simple and items arrived quickly. As always a good local store good staff. Ordering on line when having information quick and easy.
4 June 2021
Reply from CEF - DYC
Thank you very much for your review and feedback Gavin.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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