Hands on Electrical Reviews 48

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having received quotes from 5 solar PV companies, I decided to go with Simon. Simon was more than happy to discuss options & answered my questions (and gave the answers I was hoping for), his quote... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I contacted Hands On Electrical when my solar inverter packed in. They quickly sourced a replacement and two young engineers arrived the next day and fitted a new inverter quickly and efficiently. The... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top job, top crew, did what we asked for in upgrading the fuse board, lowered it to a better position and tidied up the wiring mess left by what I would call a cowboy outfit. They removed the... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simon and his team did the electrical work for our full house renovation. Simon gave us good advice and was easy to communicate with throughout. He was also very understanding and flexible with our nu... See more

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Hands On Electrical offers Domestic, Commercial and Smart Home installation - based in Cheltenham.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent solar/battery installers

I really could not rate this company highly enough. I first got in touch with them several months ago, as I was considering the possibility of getting solar panels and I wanted to know whether it was feasible with my setup. Oli was happy to come round to have a look even though I had no firm plans to go ahead with the work at that point. He was incredibly informative and helpful, and designed a great system for me, really optimising my space to get as many panels down as possible, and being flexible with providers to work to my budget.

Since his visit, Oli has been prompt and happy to respond to any questions I had about how the system would work, and his answers were always clear and informative. When I was ready to commit to have the work done, it was all arranged efficiently, and the work itself only took a day and a half. The system is 14 panels and 18.8kWh of battery; I'm really thrilled with it and am looking forward to saving a lot on energy usage in the months to come!

A few weeks before the install date, a skylight started leaking on one of the panel roof areas. The team were happy to take a look at the cause of the leak to see if they could patch it up, and after realising that a roofer would be needed, they offered to leave the scaffolding in place until it got sorted out, and to detach and re-attach the panels as needed to get the work done. I really appreciate this extra care, and think it goes above and beyond what I'd expect in terms of customer service.

Thanks so much to Oli and the whole team, please do go with this company for your solar and battery needs!

January 23, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bang Up Job by Hands On Electrical

I contacted Hands On Electrical when my solar inverter packed in. They quickly sourced a replacement and two young engineers arrived the next day and fitted a new inverter quickly and efficiently. They were friendly and courteous, answering all my questions. Now the sytem is up and running again. For all your solar system needs I would have no hesitation in recommending this company.

November 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional solar & battery installation

The team were tidy, speedy and considerate. Their work is exceptional and the little niggle we had with the software of the inverter was troubleshooted quickly.
Loving everything about our solar array. Happy to recommend the Hands On team to all who are seeking.
Thanks guys!

July 15, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shower

Ben came out to me yesterday to repair issue with shower cord. All fixed promptly and efficiently
Would definitely recommend

April 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very competent and efficient solar installation team

A very competent and efficient solar installation completed recently by Simon's team. From start to finish Hands on Electrical have been thoroughly professional and helpful. We are very pleased with the team for completing the work with a minimum of disruption and we have been pleasantly surprised with the energy savings so far. Simon is easy to contact and available for any questions after the work has been completed. We would highly recommend Hands on Electrical.

January 16, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from Hands on Electrical

Simon and his team at Hands On Electrical have completed a couple of Solar PV jobs for me and my family over the past few years. One job involved installing Solar PV along with two batteries, while the other involved adding bird proofing to an existing Solar PV system. Each time, they have been polite, professional, and reliable. Their workmanship has been excellent, and they have always arrived on time. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality electrical work.

January 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bredon Electrical Work

Really good service to solve 3 issues we had left over from other electrical supplier - so all attended to and fully functional n time with good contact and good staff

February 3, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Second time round good as the first

I have used this company before for solar installation and rated them 5*.
Simon and his team have now extended my solar system and were just as outstanding as before.
Good advice upfront, competitive, hard working, considerate.
The system is working perfectly.

October 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent in all respects

We engaged Hands On Electrical to undertake a complete rewire of the electrics at our house. As part of this extensive renovation, they also installed a 26 panel solar array with battery storage, hot water and EV charger.

They were selected based on easy communication and good advice during the procurement, together with customer references. Their ability to do both the domestic rewire and solar panel installation was also key.

We have been totally satisfied with all aspects of their work. The team are highly professional, polite and considerate - important when you are sharing your house with them for several weeks.

We can definitely recommend them and would use again, if we ever undertake another major refurb.

July 1, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic work

From initial contact, to providing very competitive quote, to survey, arranging all documents, and then installation, Simon and his team were exceptional. Very accommodating - ie needed a 3rd party supplier who was sourcing the battery, but he was happy to deal with and fit. My install was not in his normal catchment zone but was happy to travel each day and did a fantastic job, in what seemed like 4 seasons of weather in 1 day!. Simon installed Solar panels, inverter, battery stack and replaced the main consumer unit in house and in garage to be latest regulations. Can't fault his and his teams work - and wouldn't hesitate in recommending him and his company for any electrical work you need doing.

April 18, 2024
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

We are really pleased you were so happy with the service we provided for you. It was an absolute pleasure to carry out the installation for you, despite the very strange weather! Thank you for taking the time to leave us such lovely comments. We really appreciate it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Solar and Battery Installation Service by Hands On Electrical

Hands On Electrical, led by Simon and his team, delivered an outstanding service from start to finish. Simon's expertise and transparency stood out during the initial consultation, where he guided me through the selection process tailored to my needs.

The competitive pricing, coupled with detailed itemised quotes, set Hands On Electrical apart from other companies. Many other companies were not willing to provide itemised quotes, but Simon was always transparent and explained all pricing and options, every step of the way. Simon's personal approach and readiness to address any enquiries, ensured a smooth and informed decision-making process. Simon helped answer all questions to guide me to make the system fit. I received various quotes from other companies, but most importantly I knew that Simon was completing the work himself, not subcontracting out.

On installation day, Simon and his professional team showcased their expertise, completing the 8.2KWH system, 7.kwh inverter, and 2 x 5.8kwh batteries (19 panels) efficiently. Their attention to detail was evident, and they even identified and resolved minor roof issues at no extra cost.

Post-installation, Simon provided comprehensive documentation, including handover packs and necessary approvals promptly. The exemplary customer care extended beyond the installation, as Simon promptly assisted with the installation of an EV charger, demonstrating the same level of quality and professionalism.

Overall, Hands On Electrical exceeded expectations, delivering a high-standard solar and battery installation service. I wholeheartedly recommend them for any electrical work, confident in their expertise, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

February 13, 2024
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

We really appreciate you taking the time write such a wonderful review of our service. Customer satisfaction is at the top of our priority list and it is amazing to hear that you are so happy. It has been a real pleasure to carry out the works for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent job

Simon was very helpful right from the outset of our inquiries. Discussed all the various possibilities and then sent a very comprehensive quotation. The work required was the installation of solar panels, Tesla powerwall storage battery and EV charger. All work was carried out promptly and efficiently by an excellent and very knowledgeable team of workers. I had a minor fault with the EV charger which was sorted very quickly . The price I paid was the price quoted. Everything about this firm is helpful and truly professional.

January 12, 2024
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

Thank you so much for your very kind words. It was a pleasure to work with you to get the right solution for your needs. Don't hesitate to let us know if you need any electrical work in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Solar PV Install, 21 panels (9kWp)

Having received quotes from 5 solar PV companies, I decided to go with Simon. Simon was more than happy to discuss options & answered my questions (and gave the answers I was hoping for), his quote very competitive, and importantly for me, I knew it was going to be Simon (and team) doing the work, not sub-contracted to a 3rd party.
Everything has worked out well. Comm’s with Simon very good. The install itself went smoothly and looks nice & tidy. And all documentation received promptly (Simon sorted the G99 approval).
Just need the sun to shine now.

November 3, 2023
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

Thank you for your kind words and for using Hands On Electrical to carry out your solar installation. We really appreciate you taking the time to review us. We will have a word with the man upstairs and see if we can get that sun shining for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hands On Electrical, a great recommendation

Simon Hands was recommended by a friend for a solar/battery system and what a great recommendation. Initially, a polite very good communicator at the quote stage, then on site he and his team were hard working and very thorough. Their pricing was competitive and we are delighted with the system that was fitted.

August 1, 2023
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

We are really pleased that you are happy with the service we provide. Please get in touch if you need any work doing in the future. We'd love to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Solar + Powerwall + Eddi - Very Happy

Simon & his team installed solar on 4 different roofs, along with a Tesla Powerwall and Eddi solar to water diverter.

Communication was fantastic and pro-active throughout from first making contact right through to getting the system signed off and MCS certificates provided.

What impressed me most was the fact that part of our roof lining was very old and this only became apparent once the scaffolding was up & the installation began. We needed to replace part of our roof and this meant that Simon's team had to come off site for 2 weeks while the roof was repaired. This was no issue for them and they were very accommodating in fitting my job in around their other work schedule, they also didn't charge me any more even though the scaffolding etc had to stay up much longer & the job took longer than initially expected (due to no fault of theirs).

I had lots of questions and Simon was able to help and advise throughout and I am very happy with the set up & it all works perfectly.

Finally the price we were quoted initially was a fair one and I thoroughly recommend Hands On Electrical and indeed I have already recommended them to others.

June 1, 2023
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

Thank you for the amazing review. We are delighted we could help and we really appreciate your onward recommendations. It means a lot to us as a smaller, family run business.
If there's anything we can help with in the future, please let us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If you are considering a solar installation look no further

From the initial technical discussion I was sure we had made the right choice selecting HandsonElectrical in Bredon for the installation of our Tesla 13.5kw Powerwall battery. Simon and his team worked seamlessly together as the project also included the addition of 6 high capacity solar panels. This job was competitively priced and involved challenging integration with the existing 12 year old PV panels on our barn requiring expertise well beyond an ‘ ordinary’ new solar installation.
All in all a very impressive exercise and I have already recommended Simon to four of my friends who are currently planning to install solar systems.

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June 22, 2023
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

Thank you for your very kind words. We always strive to provide a level of service that we would want ourselves, so we are really happy to hear that we were able to meet and exceed your expectations. Thank you for using Hands On Electrical for your installation, and please don't hesitate to get in touch if there is anything more we can help you with in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

20x Viridian Clearline fusion 335W + Tesla Powerwall 2 + Eddie

Wow wow wow! Family run business, pride in their job with quality and all questions I raised fully answered. Discussed lots of options but went with viridian for the aesthetics and Tesla for the islanding and functionality.

Highly knowledgeable team and FULLY transparent prices - I mean down to individual items - not just ‘ a lump sum’ like middle/larger companies. Plus prices provided are genuine, market costs for items and not ‘inflated’ which is honest and professional.

Installation started on time, friendly team and all sorted promptly with rubbish removed. Demo of the system and MCS certificate And all building control paperwork and packs provided.

Was so happy I went back and asked them to put the Eddie in too whilst they were around - not a problem for them:)

Super happy, fully recommend then for any PV solar install be it in or on roof systems.

Don’t bother with ‘Facebook ads’ that start low and then add add add extras in that should be included as standard - like scafolding! Just call up or email Simon Hands of Hands On electrical!

Don’t put your electrical work into the Hands of anyone else!

May 19, 2023
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Reply from Hands on Electrical

Thank you so much for your excellent review! It was a pleasure to carry out the work for you. We are so pleased we were able to make such an impression. Our customer's having transparent information and advice is a top priority for us so it is great to see that it is appreciated.
Please let us know if there is anything we can help with in the future.

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