John Bastin & Sons Electrical Ltd

28/04/2026

From playing up there years ago to fixing the lights

06/04/2026

Buying a property? Stop asking the seller for an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report).

​If you want the real story on a property's electrics, you need to be the one hiring the electrician. Here is why letting the seller handle it is a major mistake for a buyer.

​⚠️ The Conflict of Interest
​When a seller instructs an EICR, their goal is often to get a "Satisfactory" result as cheaply as possible to push the sale through.

​The "Mate's Rates" Risk: They might use a "friendly" electrician who glosses over issues that aren't immediate hazards but will cost you thousands later.

​Minimalist Reporting: A seller-funded report often covers the bare minimum. They aren't looking for advice on future-proofing; they’re looking for a signature.

​You hire the electrician:
​They work for YOU: They will give you honest, blunt advice on whether the property needs a £10,000 rewire or just a few socket upgrades.

​A detailed report you commissioned is a powerful tool to negotiate the house price down if "C2" (potentially dangerous) defects are found.

​💡 The Pro-Buyer Move
​Don't just ask for a "valid certificate." Treat the EICR like your structural survey.
​Instruct your own registered electrician (look for an NICEIC contractor)
​Ask for an "Enhanced" report that looks at the age and capacity of the system, not just basic safety.

​Investing £200–£300 now can save you £10,000 the week after you move in.

30/03/2026

19/03/2026

Sometimes you just know from first impressions a new board is needed.
EICR reports carried out on commercial premises are insurance requirements.

25/02/2026

A small barn/ storage unit started today. Hopefully one of many on site.
With the help of Murray Hire for the lifter

23/02/2026

We are hiring.
Electrician full time employed.
Competent in testing an advantage.
Check out our page to see the type of work we carry out.
We are based in Yate.
Message for details

16/01/2026

Why it’s important to have an EICR on your property. An Electrical Installation Condition report would pick this up and stop a possible fire 🔥
Found today as power was intermittent.

09/01/2026

In our new offices, need to sort the coffee situation out but nearly there 😁

03/11/2025

New job starting today in Clevedon.
4 high end appartments with great views of the sea
We will be doing the door entry , fire alarm and MVHR too.

29/10/2025

New cow shed Started this week.
They seem to be getting bigger 😁

04/10/2025

View from the 107 flats we are doing in Bristol