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Our Electrical Services
We pride ourselves on providing reliable, professional electrical services to homes and businesses across the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh. From installations to safety inspections, our expert team is here to ensure your property is powered safely and efficiently.
Melrose 7s
Every year we are tasked with carrying out the install of the of the electrical infrastructure for Melrose sevens an event that see’s over ten thousand people descend on the small Borders town for a weekend. The works included on this job cover a wide variety of electrical services:
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Providing temporary supplies to all tents, bars and new structures erected for the weekend’s events.
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Installation of lighting, power, heating and bar equipment throughout various locations across the site.
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Installation of fully equip consumer units to provide maximum electrical protection to all electrics installed across the site.
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Having men on site at all times of the event to provide any fault finding needs and emergency cover.
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Install of electrical supplies for temporary toilet and shower blocks.
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Full strip out and make safe of all electrical equipment used over the weekend.
This is a project that we look forward to every year and really enjoy working with the team at Melrose Sevens.
Harbro
At the beginning of this year, we were tasked with one of our most challenging jobs to date. We won the contract to complexly rewire Harbro Farm store within the Scottish borders, but all works were to be carried out at night whilst the store was closed. This was a blend of warehouse work and shop work covering off a vast amount of electrical install and strip out:
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Full Electrical installation of metal containment meeting a specification that is required within a warehouse that has heavy machinery operating on a daily basis.
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A total electrical rewire, wiring in steel wire armour, single core cable and Low smoke PVC. This wiring to supply new lighting, power outlets, charging areas and shop front supplies.
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Wire and install full coverage security lighting to meet the demands of a large car park and storage space.
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Carry out full inspection and test on all new installation and provide all certification for new wiring.
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Strip out all old wiring, accessories and containment. This to include all old consumer units, over 100 electrical light fittings, 100s of metres of steel conduit and tray and finally all wiring that was incorporated within the old installation.
This project was completed over a 9 week period of nightshift where the team still applied the same standards instilled by the company even whilst many others enjoyed a good night’s sleep.
Domestic
A unique and beautiful domestic project we took part in a short time ago was to convert a cottage within the countryside. The job involved wiring a new kitchen extension which would be open to eves along with a master bedroom, en-suite and utility room all attached. The unique part of this project was working with the client to design and install different ways of lighting the space that was open to the eves. This job included:
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Wiring and installing LED down lights through the new extension this to include lighting of kitchen area, stove lighting, internal cupboard lighting and bathroom lighting.
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Design, wire and install bespoke external lighting.
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Installation of high end decretive electrical accessories throughout the new extension.
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Installation of new consumer units through proving RCD and SPD protection.
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Bespoke electrical design within the kitchen to hide electrical accessories within kitchen larder units.
The finish on this project was great and we really enjoyed our time here.
LED Lighting Upgrade at Abbotsford Visitor Centre, Melrose
Sustainable Electrical Solutions
Bruce Colvine Electrical has successfully completed a smart and sustainable lighting upgrade at Abbotsford House Visitor Centre in Melrose. Over the course of just one week, the team worked efficiently outside of visitor opening hours to minimise disruption while delivering a major improvement.
The project focused on upgrading all existing lighting to modern LED technology, significantly reducing energy consumption and helping to lower the site’s carbon footprint. Rather than replacing fittings entirely, Bruce Colvine Electrical took a more innovative approach—carefully rebuilding the internal components of the existing light fixtures to accommodate LED lamps.
The result is a brighter, more energy-efficient environment that aligns with sustainability goals.
A seamless blend of craftsmanship, environmental responsibility, and thoughtful planning made this project a clear success.
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Completed a full LED lighting upgrade at Abbotsford House Visitor Centre in Melrose
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Delivered within one week, working outside visitor hours to minimise disruption
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Achieved significant energy savings and reduced carbon footprint
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Rebuilt existing light fittings to support LED technology, preserving character and reducing waste
Powering Productivity at The Milkman, Edinburgh
Bruce Colvine Electrical recently delivered a full electrical upgrade at The Milkman coffee shop in Edinburgh—completing the project within an ambitious 72-hour timeframe.
With minimal disruption to the business being a top priority, the team worked to a tight, carefully coordinated schedule. Flexible working hours and close collaboration with other trades ensured that downtime was kept to an absolute minimum.
The project included a comprehensive overhaul of the electrical system, from new consumer units to updated containment and accessories. Multiple team members were deployed to keep progress on track, allowing different elements of the work to be completed simultaneously without compromising quality or safety.
The result is a modern, efficient electrical infrastructure that supports the day-to-day demands of a busy café environment. Delivered on time and with precision, this project highlights Bruce Colvine Electrical’s ability to combine speed, teamwork, and technical expertise when it matters most.
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Completed a full electrical upgrade for The Milkman coffee shop in Edinburgh within a fast 72-hour turnaround
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Installed new consumer units, electrical containment, and accessories for a modern, compliant system
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Delivered with minimal disruption to business operations through flexible working hours and coordination with other trades
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Provided a reliable, energy-efficient electrical system for a busy commercial café environment in Edinburgh