Efficient Lighting Ltd Reviews 

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TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Purchased online, products 'in stock'. Two days later still no order, even though delivery was next day. Called them to be answered by a bloke who didn't know anything and they were too busy to help... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

First impression was of a highly efficient, friendly supplier. Bought four low energy bulbs at a decent & very competitive price, and they arrived promptly, well packed. Unfortunately, one did not w... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I placed an order for a Halogen Tracked Spotlight Kit on 17th May 2017 for £109.20. I chased this order on the 30th May 2017 and was informed there was a backlog of orders with the supplier, but it... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a product and was sent the wrong item. Emailed company to get position rectified but received no response. Called them and explained position. They sent a free returns label and I assumed... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs.

Purchased online, products 'in stock'.
Two days later still no order, even though delivery was next day. Called them to be answered by a bloke who didn't know anything and they were too busy to help. Called again and spoke to someone who could help. I was told the items were out of stock and they'd have to order from the manufacturer so it would be another two weeks!!!
Emailed them to cancel the order, no response so as I paid through paypal I've gone through their resolution centre.

April 25, 2019
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor.

Very poor.
Discontinued items show as in stock, even when they know they can't get the item they still show it as in stock.
They also take payment when they can't fullfill the order.
had to open case with paypal for refund AVOID!

Very far from efficient....

November 2, 2018
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor.

Very poor.
Discontinued items show as in stock, even when they know they can't get the item they still show it as in stock.
They also take payment when they can't fullfill the order.

October 26, 2018
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible Service

I ordered products which I was subsequently informed that one item was not in stock and the other was discontinued. I cancelled the whole order and requested a refund. I did not receive an apology and even detected irritation when on the phone to the company, as they said they were too busy to deal with the problem straightaway and the excuse offered when I got understandably riled, was that they were "only a small business". I took the precaution of emailing confirmation that I had been told I would get a refund. I then received an email from Efficient Lighting on 2nd June 2017 confirming the refund would be activated. But I have still received no refund despite two chasing emails, neither have I received a reply to either of the emails! So I am now having to pass the matter over to my credit card provider's chargebacks team.

June 19, 2017
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Order Not Fulfilled

I placed an order for a Halogen Tracked Spotlight Kit on 17th May 2017 for £109.20. I chased this order on the 30th May 2017 and was informed there was a backlog of orders with the supplier, but it would be with me shortly after the bank holiday. I chased again on the 9th June 17 and was informed that the order was still with the supplier. I have requested a refund.

This business does not update customers on orders when they are out of stock and appear to be selling goods they cannot supply.

June 9, 2017
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Poor service great item

Ordered Light which stated on website in stock, did not receive confirmation email. Item didn't arrive so I called call centre said light was out of stock and would arrive when back in stock. 3weeks later item turned up. Good quality item on reflection.

March 12, 2017
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent after sales service

Would have been five stars but for a couple of minor issues:
1. They were advertising T4 strip lights on their website even though they were obsolete.
2. Because of this I was sent (at no extra cost) 2 T5 strip lights as alternatives on the assurance of their sales person that the two were interchangeable - they werent (different socket sizes).
If not for their after sales service and desire to get me what I needed, they would have been sitting at 2 stars at this point. These guys bent over backwards to sort out the issues I had, at no cost to myself, sent out the required items and now I have fully functioning lights. Would definitely use these guys again as I know that if I have any issues they will do their damnedest to get it sorted.

February 19, 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and fantastic after-sales suppot

Big thumbs up from me and me wife for the guys over at efficient light. Spoke to Giles before my initial purchase who was very knowledgeable and offered advice on our LED under bar lighting which completely changed the direction we were going for the installation of the lighting strip. The diffuser he suggested really throws the light into the room and also looks a better finish than just an LED strip light.

Post sales we encountered an issue with the strip and Giles was more than happy to chat to me after normal office hours and was able to diagnose the problem directly over the phone. A replacement was despatched no questions asked the following day and received 24 hours later.

I would recommend Efficient Lighting to anyone and will be returning to them in the future for my lighting needs.

September 10, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Needed a new under cabinet light for my kitchen. Easy to find on their website, arrived within 3 days.

August 23, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

I was looking for a mirror light in my new bathroom. I spoke to Will who fully understood what I was trying to achieve and suggested several possible options . I placed an order with him over the phone and the parts have now arrived with connections already made which I wasn't expecting.It is a treat to be able to speak with someone who understands the products they are selling.

June 6, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Will was really helpful, excellent customer service

Will was really helpful from the outset - told him what I looking for but that I felt a bit unsure about what to actually get. He listened, gave me some good advice and offered to email me some relevant options which he did promptly, item then sent out very quickly. There was a slight issue with a bulb but he sent a replacement straightaway without hesitation. I would highly recommend this company, I have found them great to deal with. Thank you so much Will and Efficient lighting, very much appreciated.

May 6, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordering from Efficient was easy and they certainly made 'Light' work of my requests

I found from the very outset, that William of Efficient Lighting Ltd was VERY EFFICIENT, excuse the pun , but he was, the company were very understanding in my lighting requirements for our new commercial build 'Nutri-Strength, In fact, they have designed and supplied exactly what we want from our 'Goods in /Goods Out High Bay lighting in LED format , production area and stores area all in LED lighting goods.

A very understanding company, and so positive.

Regards, Tony Hamilton PM for Nutri-Strength

April 14, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Large order delivered abroad on time and at a great price!

We have twice made orders from Efficient Light for lighting in renovation projects in Germany

In both cases (one large project and one medium sized project), the Efficient Light team supported the process through recommendations and timely advice and delivered the lights on time and in perfect condition to the building contractors with instructions as to how to fit and good documentation.

The lights work great, look great and have saved significant amounts of electricity consumption at both locations.

Thanks Efficient Light we will be using your again in the future!

April 5, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great knowledge of low energy lighting for residential and commercial solutions

Having worked at efficient I have found the co-founder and managing director of the company Giles Boardman to be a very knowledgeable and friendly chap. He won't just sell you a light bulb, he'll suggest options to find the best solution for you. From is wide range of experience your final outcome won't just save you money, it will fill your life with style and elegance.

April 4, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Efficient Lighting went out of their way to help me get the right light fittings and to send out them out urgently so that I could get them by a specific date. Super friendly service. Couldn't recommend this company more.

April 4, 2014
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and helpful approach

I've only been using EL for a couple of months, but would always recommend them. They spent hours to source all the components and build some complex lighting systems for me without drawings which really got me out of a hole.
I design and build hospitality suites, interiors and retail displays and EL have been incredibly helpful in providing good service and price to help me deliver to time and budget.

April 4, 2014
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