CEF - GAT Reviews 8

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.4

18, Team Valley Trad Estate, Octavian Way, NE11 0HZ Gateshead, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As I was let down by another electrical wholesaler, I decided to try your Gateshead branch. A friendly and efficient service throughout.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ordering online wasn’t the best experience ever. Unable to track the order online. Staff at the Gateshead store were great.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Just wish the trade counter could have ordered the part I required for me but as I have no account that was not possible which meant I had to wait extra days. but never the less got what I needed staf... See more

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About CEF - GAT

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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

  • 18, Team Valley Trad Estate, Octavian Way, NE11 0HZ, Gateshead, United Kingdom

  • 0191 482 4222

3.4

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Unable to find order that had been delivered

I ordered some SY cable & glands online to be delivered to Gateshead (Team Valley) store. When the engineer attended the trade counter he was told the cable had been delivered to Durham branch because it had a Durham invoice number.
The engineer repeatedly told the member of staff the delivery address was Team Valley, but they were not interested and said my order wasn't there.
I called Durham branch to enquire if they had my order, and was informed they did not. I called Gateshead store back, and was advised my order was in fact in branch.
The member of staff tried to tell me the engineer didn't give the order number etc, which was absolute nonsense as he had viewed the order and saw it had a Durham invoice number. I get the impression the person on the trade counter couldn't have been less interested in even looking for my order in the warehouse. Very poor customer service which delayed the engineer getting to a job on time.

22 November 2024
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Reply from CEF - GAT

Thank you for your review and feedback Heather.

We apologise that on this occasion 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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly & Efficient Service

As I was let down by another electrical wholesaler, I decided to try your Gateshead branch. A friendly and efficient service throughout.

10 April 2024
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Reply from CEF - GAT

Thank you very much for your review and feedback Alan.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

27 February 2024
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Reply from CEF - GAT

Thank you very much for your review Malcolm.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible service

I was told that I would be able to pick my order up next day which is fair enough
It got to 4.30pm and I had heard nothing so I called the number on my order to be told that it had been ready for collection from 9am and when I asked why didnt they call text or email me (as I was waiting for the cable) the woman said they were probably too busy
So I went along at 5pm picked it up with nobody in the trade counter
Great customer service !!!! NOT

22 January 2024
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Reply from CEF - GAT

Thank you for your review and feedback.

We apologise that on this occasion we have not provided you with an acceptable level of service.

A member of our CEF team will be in contact with you.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ordering online wasn’t the best…

Ordering online wasn’t the best experience ever.
Unable to track the order online.
Staff at the Gateshead store were great.

25 July 2023
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Reply from CEF - GAT

Thank you very much for your review and feedback Mrs Watson.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Just wish the trade counter could have…

Just wish the trade counter could have ordered the part I required for me but as I have no account that was not possible which meant I had to wait extra days. but never the less got what I needed staff as helpful as they could be.

3 October 2022
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Reply from CEF - GAT

Thank you very much for your review and feedback Francis.

Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)

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