Business Summary
My name is Paul Wilkins of Paul Wilkins Électricien and I am a qualified and registered electrician. Originally an alarm engineer, I qualified in the UK in 2010 and worked throughout the south east on domestic and commercial premises.
Having moved to France, I registered as an artisan electrician with the Chambre de Métiers in 2012 and my qualifications and experience are fully recognised in France. My ‘artisan’ status means I can provide customers with a wide range of services from new sockets through to full rewires and renovations and my work is guaranteed by Assurance Décennale.
Safety is the bedrock of my business and customers need to feel that from the minute they call, through to completion of the work, trust, safety and professionalism are delivered.
Trades Covered
Electricians
Security/Alarms
Main services offered
Rewires New installations including fuseboards RenovationsElectrical repairs - sockets, cabling, lightsLighting - energy efficient, low lighting Smoke alarms/alarms/CCTVExtractor fansElectric radiators/towel rails Review of diagnostic reports External lighting External gates - electrical mechanisms External general - swimming pool pumps, hot tubs Earth testing Continuity testing
Safety Checks
Siret number checkedTrading address checkedID checkedCustomer References checkedCode of Practice signedQualifications seenAccreditations checkedThird Party Insurance checkedDecennale Insurance checked
Qualifications
Inspection, Testing and Certification - Electrical (City and Guilds/Level 3 )Electrotechnical Technology Installation (City and Guilds/Level 3)
Accreditations
Chambre de Métiers
August 2022
Rewiring & new fuse boards. Plus light fittings
“I would highly recommend Paul. His work is of an excellent standard & he is very hard working. We are extremely pleased with all the work he did for us. ”
- Customer from Chives 17510
July 2022
Rewiring
“We couldn’t fault Paul at all , he turned up on the day he said and finished on the day he said, he also came back to help us with issues not related to his work , all round lovely man easy to to talk to , he was clear and concise . Piece of mind to know our electrics now conform and are safe , we would highly recommend Paul ðŸ‘😊”
- Customer from Limalonge 79190
June 2022
Upgrade electrical board for additions pool, hot tub, outside lights
“Very satisfied! Quick worker! Will be using this service again! ”
- Customer from Thiel-Rabier 16240
June 2022
Rewire for new kitchen
“Paul was a conscientious worker, very clean and tidy. He quoted for the work requested and we received a very detailed devis.
Very neat and all wires hidden. Highly recommended! ”
- Customer from Mons 16140
June 2022
Excellent Service.
“Paul provided a first class service at an excellent price.
Paul was knowledgeable, provided first class advice and completed his work in a very tidy manner. He was punctual and completed his work with a smile. I would have no hesitation in using Paul in the future.”
- Customer from Fouqueure 16140
February 2022
Earthing, re-wire, new sockets, lights points, fuse box, update bathroom towel dryer
“Excellent, reliable, totally professional.”
- Customer from St Vincent-La-Châtre 79500
February 2022
New power sockets & ceiling lights
“Paul visited first to discuss the work so we all agreed on what the job would entail. Arrived at the agreed time, polite, clean & tidy and carried out the work we needed. Lovely guy would recommend to anyone.
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- Customer from Melleran 79190
January 2022
Re-install 1x hob incl changing wiring, installation of 1x hob in annexe
“Paul works very efficiently and quickly, no fuss and no bother. Always says it hos it is, and explains things clearly in layman's terms when necessary. When working he spots things done previously that don't conform or are badly done and makes recommendations for fixing them. I fully trust him to do a great job and recommend him highly. ”
- Customer from St Ciers-sur-Bonnieure 16230
November 2021
Re-wire
“Helpful and fulfilled the work professionally and with a smile! ”
- Customer from 16350
November 2020
Pool & pool house electrics installation
“This artisan takes great care and pride in his work. Pauls work was meticulous and communication was impeccable. A very clean and tidy worker, with safety as a number one priority for his customers and an admirable attention to detail. We are delighted to have found Paul Wilkins and have requested to work with him again on another project and hope to continue to do so.”
- Customer from Melleran 79190
October 2020
General Electrics
“Very impressed. Replied quickly to email enquiries. Very professional following all safety guidelines. Useful advice given and everything left immaculate at the end. And everything works!”
- Customer from Alloinay 79110
October 2020
Telephone cabling
“Fast efficient service as usual.”
- Customer from St Ciers sure Bonnieure 16230
September 2020
Installation of electric radiators
“Paul has carried out a number of jobs for us including addressing all the areas of non-conformity from our diagnostics when we bought the house; putting in lights and plugs and coming to our aid for all electrical needs. He is professional in all aspects of his work, easy to work with, punctual, reliable, honest and reasonably priced. I would have no hesitation in recommending him for any electrical works.”
- Customer from Pazay La Tort 79500
September 2020
Total electric refit of house
“Paul is an excellent craftsman who was dedicated to completing the job. He is honest and reliable.
His rates for the work were good and he did extra things at no additional cost. He is hardworking.
I was very satisfied with his work and would highly recommend him as he has very good standards and is helpful and friendly.”
- Customer from Chaunay 86510
September 2020
Electrics for new bathrooms and switches, points, lights throughout the house
“Excellent from start to finish. Extremely professional and high quality of work. Would highly recommend.”
- Customer from Romagne 86700
August 2020
A reliable electrician
“Paul has carried out work in our house on an number of occasions. Five star service on all counts and would recommend him to others without any qualms.
He supports Brighton and Hove Albion football club. But, then. nobody's perfect.”
- Customer from TILLOU 79110
January 2020
Re-wiring Sous-Sol
“Paul has done many, many jobs for us over the last seven years. He is totally reliable, gives excellent service and always provides top quality in his work. Put simply, he’s the best!”
- Customer from Pouffonds 79500
December 2019
Kitchen lighting
“Paul has carried out a number of rectification tasks in our home since we moved here a year ago. He is always thorough, extremely polite and courteous and totally reliable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to customers looking for any electrical work big or small. ”
- Customer from La Place 79110
November 2019
New Lights etc
“Paul was extremely helpful when offering initial advice and guidance on the french electrical system. He fitted new lights and sockets and upgraded the main distribution board when it became obvious we needed more power. His work was excellent and carried it out quickly and efficiently. We have no hesitation in recommending him.”
- Customer from Civray 86400
October 2019
Repair and extend outside lighting
“The sort of artisan one dreams of finding. Reliable, punctual, competent, innovative, quick, leaves the job clean, and modestly priced.”
- Customer from Mouton 16460
August 2019
Long list of internal & external electrical jobs completed in a day !
“Paul recently carried out long list of jobs for us, new internal socket, new external lighting, relocated & upgraded existing external cabling, 3 sets of new remote control lighting in a barn, 2x external plug points & a new pool switch. All done in one day. Outstanding workmanship, tidy, on time, and within budget. BOOM !! Incredibly professional, excellent communications. Highly recommended & a top chap. ðŸ‘👔
- Customer from Condac 16700
April 2019
Excellent work on our old Farmhouse
“Paul worked on our old French farmhouse fitting outside coachlights, an external socket and the preparation of the connection for our pool. He was prompt and attentive when providing the devis, taking in to consideration what we needed. We agreed a date to start the work, Paul was on time and put in full days until the job was completed. All work was completed to a high standard, and any mess / rubbish was cleared at the end of the job. We can highly recommend his work and will have no hesitation in using him again in the future. ”
- Customer from Chenon 16460
March 2019
Electrical Improvements
“Paul installed extra lighting points and sockets at our house in Melleran. His estimate was comprehensive and promptly delivered and his advice for us to upgrade the capacity made a huge difference. He carried out the work professionally and efficiently throughout the day and his work was of the highest quality. Everywhere was left neat and tidy with all packaging waste removed. Paul was very amiable and explained everything clearly to us when asked. I would not hesitate to recommend him.”
- Customer from Melleran 79190
January 2019
Several small jobs well done
“Would hire Paul again. Nice guy and good work.”
- Customer from Linazay 86400
August 2018
Bedroom and General Electric Installation
“Paul was an absolute pleasure to deal with. His work is of a very high standard, always on time, reliable and great to chat with as well! Highly recommended!!”
- Customer from Aiffres 79230
October 2017
Rewiring, earthing, replacing sockets and light fittings
“From initial contact to discuss what we wanted doing and then our changing requirements, we always felt happy and confident that his work would be of a very high standard and that he would provide a thorough and professional service. He was approachable, knowledgeable and carried out the work with quiet efficiency, with safety as the highest priority. All work was completed on time and within budget. Highly recommended”
- Customer from Sainte Soline 79120
November 2016
Extensive Electrical Work
“Paul Wilkins fitted two new main fuse boxes, rewired the kitchen and barn, replaced all sockets and some light switches, connected the new water heater, installed lighting upstairs and in the barn. He is very reliable, arrives on time and does a full day's work. A clean and tidy worker, his pricing was very good for the job in hand.”
- Customer from Veillemorte 16700
June 2016
Extensive External Lighting and Hot Tub
“We have used Paul Wilkins since we bought our property in 2015. Initially he rewired our house and put in new consumer units. He also fitted electric gates and several external sockets. In June he fitted extensive outdoor lighting and ran a dedicated electrical supply for the hot tub. I cannot recommend Paul highly enough. He is always prompt and punctual. He is very professional and I have already recommended him to numerous friends. He is clean, tidy and methodical in his work. I would be totally confident in recommending Paul for any job, whether large or small.”
- Customer from Fontenille-Saint-Martin-d'Entraigues 79110
An earth rod for safety
Rewiring work, Chef Boutonne
Modern focal light installed in double height ceiling
External lights provide year-round use of the garden
Downlights in newly created ceiling
Chandelier installed in double height ceiling for impact
Awkward staircase transformed with stylish lighting
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