I visited the Hornchurch store & found the two people I spoke to very helpful. They advised me of the type of replacement spotlights I should buy & advised that I order them through the CEF website as... See more
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Switch location2 Stafford Estate, Hillman Close, Hornchurch, RM11 2SJ Romford, GB
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Easy to order and rapid delivery, very happy.
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Excellent prices, service and fast delivery. CEF is now my first go to place, for anything electrical. Bye Bye RS!
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Unable to purchase direct in store on the day, but easy to navigate website, quick order/pick up service.
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About CEF - ROM
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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
2 Stafford Estate, Hillman Close, Hornchurch, RM11 2SJ, Romford, United Kingdom
- 01708 476401
4.4
Excellent
14 reviews
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Easy to order with rapid delivery, very happy
Easy to order and rapid delivery, very happy.
21 March 2026
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Good product and fast delivery.
17 March 2026
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review Jeff.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Perfect timing...early delivery
Perfect timing...early delivery.
Phone call before...straight to the site.
Always happy with the service.
21 October 2025
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review Rich.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Amazing service. Realistic prices and fast delivery
Excellent prices, service and fast delivery. CEF is now my first go to place, for anything electrical. Bye Bye RS!
18 March 2025
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review and feedback.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
great service
27 February 2025
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review Andy.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Pick up in store would help to avoid…
Pick up in store would help to avoid missed delivery.
14 January 2025
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review Peter.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Superbly prompt service
5 December 2024
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review and feedback John.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Great service
I visited the Hornchurch store & found the two people I spoke to very helpful. They advised me of the type of replacement spotlights I should buy & advised that I order them through the CEF website as it would guarantee next day delivery, which I did. Excellent customer service.
25 July 2024
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review and feedback.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Highly Recommend
Easy to order best prices delivered on time tracking available polite staff
17 May 2024
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review Sue.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Great service if not requiring same day availability
Unable to purchase direct in store on the day, but easy to navigate website, quick order/pick up service.
7 May 2024
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review and feedback Nicola.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review Lee.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
Excellent advice on product
Excellent advice on product. Very good communication as well.
1 March 2022
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
ordered cable online
ordered cable online, quick delivery, but wrong cable delivered, it had been quickly sourced from another branch, the only downside was that i had to collect it, otherwise great service.
24 February 2022
Reply from CEF - ROM
Thank you very much for your review and feedback.
Best Regards
Adele Feller (Customer Services Manager)
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