Martin Kaine
5.0(120)Old Heath and The Hythe • NICEIC




About
Martin Kaine are electricians based in Old Heath and The Hythe, covering Colchester. They specialise in EV charger installation, full house rewiring, consumer unit and fuse box upgrades, garden lighting, light fitting, kitchen electrical services, wiring repairs and electrical maintenance. They are NICEIC registered.
Customers consistently praise Martin Kaine for prompt, friendly and professional service, clear communication, fair pricing and tidy, high-quality results. Their helpful, reliable approach and willingness to go the extra mile are also frequently valued.
Services
Commercial Electricians
Data Cabling
Domestic Electricians
Reviews
5.0
Martin Kaine is praised for prompt, friendly and professional electrical work, with customers valuing clear communication, fair pricing and tidy, high-quality results. Reviews mention EV charger installations, rewiring, EICRs, fuse boards, lighting, sockets, security cameras, PAT testing and commercial electrical work, often completed quickly and with minimal disruption. The team is also appreciated for being helpful, reliable and willing to go the extra mile when unexpected issues arise.
Summarised with AI
I contacted Martin Kaine electrical for an EV charger install quote, within a couple of days Ian from the company, had been to the house for a survey and to confirm the extra work needed (extra work won’t always be needed, it depends on the age of your house and other things). The work was carried out just a few days later to a very high standard which was supply and fit of a Hypervolt Home Pro 3. Can happily recommend this company, thanks. Update May 2026: I couldn’t work out how to leave a second five star review!! But since the EV work, Martin Kaine Electrical has become my go to company for any and all domestic electric works. From small jobs like fitting a new cooker and lighting to the most recent job, which was supplying electric to our new Garden Room. This included supply and fitment of cable and installation of a security camera and internal and external sockets. A very competitive price and excellent work. The company always responds to requests for a quote extremely quickly and I have found that for domestic jobs, most can be carried out within 7-10 days of accepting the quote, often quicker. Thanks again really pleased with the latest work.
It is not very often that I will pick a supplier at random, and hope for the best. It is not very often that you set a standard you hope a supplier will deliver, and then receive a service far beyond you r meagre hopes. But that is exactly what happened when I engaged the services of Martin Kaine Electrical. During my dealings with Martin, he set a new standard for customer service, support and understanding. Lt me explain: Due to an insurance repair to my house, I was having to move to long term temporary accommodation. I am an EV owner, and I needed to be able to charge at my temporary accommodation. The landlord would only give his agreement if he sighted certain documentation first. This included certificates of compliance, safety case, and risk assessment as a minimum. I spoke to Martin about this, and the necessary paperwork was quickly supplied. Martin then suggested that when I met the landlord to collect the keys, that he was prepared to attend to answer any questions there may be. This happened, and after the conversation the landlord had agreed in principle that the installation could proceed. At the same time, he agreed a removal policy at the end that was acceptable to all. Martin will be removing the charger when I move back to my home and installing it there. Within just a couple of days, the charger was installed and functional. I also asked Martin his advice on which charger to use. He recommended my first choice. His price for the total job was very competitive. I can also confirm that the installation was carried out with the utmost professionalism. And he was meticulous about ensuring that the site was spotlessly clean upon completion. Based on my experience, I would not hesitate at all to give the highest recommendation to Martin Kaine Electrical.
Martin was quick, responsive, quote provided for work. Sent one of his guys (Steve I believe) who arrived bang on time the next day. Carried out the job to a high standard and was very professional and polite. Would highly recommended this firm. *had more work done from this firm today, Ian and a younger man. Could not fault them, great work, good attention to detail,cleaned up after themselves. Would highly recommend this firm***
Looking at the fabulous reviews, I sent a list of electrical items to Martin Kaine to be checked and install. As a landlady I need to be able to trust the work being done. They got on with the job without me being there and were quick and efficient leaving the flat immaculate. It’s not often I can leave a glowing review, but this time I can!
Very reasonable and reliable. Quick to action and get over the electrical certificate, will continue using when needed
We always use Martin Kaine Electrical for any electrical jobs that need doing because the firm is speedy, efficient and very professional, while manifesting kindness and consideration to what are vulnerable customers. We would recommend this firm wholeheartedly.
The whole process from initial contact, arranging date for work, and work being carried out was straightforward, fast, efficient and friendly. The guys who carried out the work were friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
We used Martin Kaine to do an EICR certification on an apartment. It wasn't Martin personally, but the electrician was on time, friendly and competent. He identified some work needed to meet new regs regarding fire safety and we arranged for this to be done. The costs seemed reasonable for the work done.
Recently moved to our new home and needed unexpected electrical works done. Ian came out and assessed the job and was so helpful and understanding. The job was booked in and completed within a week. Martin and Ian were super responsive and answered all our questions. We will definitely be using Martin Kaine again should the need arise. The customer service was excellent as was their work.
I wholly recommend MKE I’ve had Ian round for a few jobs & always deliver but last job he was amazing after my cameras stopped working. I was sent replacements which weren’t the original ones. Ian spent over an hour of having a long argument on the phone with company (who sent cameras) were no help whatsoever, he would not give up & eventually got the new ones working. First class!
Gave us a free quote and had is in the books quickly. Job was done on time and efficiently. Excellent communication from start to finish. Would recommend 👍
I have worked with Martin Kaine for my electrical and PAT of 2 trailers recently. They were very prompt and quick enough to resolve my problems and clarify my doubts. Both Martin and Ian are very helpful. Great working with them and I will be their regular customers. I highly recommend them. Best in Business.
Was passed Martin Kane Electrical number via one of my neighbours who had used him before. From start to finish a very friendly and professional service, with very reasonable prices. Would very much recommend.
Excellent job, heaters rads and consumer box installed. Efficient clean and tidy service at good price.
We are new customers and can honestly say we have been impressed from start to finish with Martin Kaine Electrical. Martin has been extremely helpful, polite and easy to deal with. He's reliable, professional and does a really good job. He's tidy too! If Carlsberg made electricians it would be Martin and his team.
Very professional and helpful. Good communication
Reliable, knowledgeable, experienced, altogether highly recommend him
Difficult EV charge point installation. Can't fault the pre and post installation support. Very safe 👌
Great communication all the way through. Really good execution- good job and no bad surprises. Will certainly use them again.
Happy with the service from Martin Kaine , requested for EICR on a property the price quoted was fair and got the report on time.
Excellent service. Arrived promptly and cleared up any mess.
Great service as always
Does all the electrical work for my kitchen installs to a high standard!
Martin has just completed a total upgrade of the electrics in our bungalow. Ian and Luke carried out the work so efficiently and we. Are very satisfied with the result. We would have no hesitation in recommending Martin to friends and family.
Very professional, high quality and competitive price. Repeat customer, would recommend
We recently had our entire house rewired by Martin Kaine Electrical, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. Martin, Ian, and Luke were fantastic from start to finish — professional, helpful, and easy to work with throughout the whole process. The project was quite complex, but they made it feel straightforward and stress-free. Their pricing was very competitive, and they were always flexible, even when I changed my mind or added a few extras along the way. They worked around us with minimal disruption, and their attention to detail and customer service really stood out. A great team reliable, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to deal with!
Martin and Ian were very responsive and helped to fit the cabling for an EV charger with very little notice and around other trades. Would definitely recommend!
Team turned up on time, and started work straight away, no fuss, explained everything to me and left the house as they found it, very proffessional job. Thanks guys
Very professional, did a great job, showed up when they said they would, did what they said they would and the price was very reasonable. Will definitely be using them again in future.
One of our fish wholesalers in Colchester needed significant expansion of their 3phase supply. Rather then send one of our engineers on a 4 hour round trip we contracted Martin Kaine Electrical and we could not be more impressed. They arrived on time with all compliance and insurance paperwork. They were really friendly and professional. The job was neat and done with no interruption to the business I would definitely use them again and recommend them!
I have found that this business is genuine with top quality work and excellent after sales service
10/10 Friendly polite & got the job done ,at a very reasonable price ,Happy with service
Martin was very professional and did an excellent job of completing an EICR at a reasonable price.
Martin helped us with an electrical survey and some repairs to my late father’s home which we needed to sell the property. He was super helpful and timely making sure everything was in order.
I couldn't not be more impressed with the level of knowledge and professionalism that is provided by martin. Not only is all the work done to the highest of standards and pride taken with in the work completed it is left clean ,tidy and safe . I would highly recommend to anyone needing any electrical work carried out as there is a clear reason this company is 5*
Great communication from the start. Turned up promptly and job as specified undertaken. Friendly and approachable staff.
Highly recommend arrived on time very professional job done really nice guys
Had a new consumer unit fitted to upgrade and future proof, amazing turnaround between quote and having the work done, and great value too.
Martin handled an EICR for me with trusted efficiency, liaised with tenants directly, completed within timescale required, and kept costs to a minimum, I wouldn’t use anyone else.
Martin’s team rewired our victorian terrace just over a year ago and did a fab job. A pleasure to interact with daily and they were patient with our requests. They were realistic with their time frame and did the work for a fair price. We very recently also asked for someone to come out for an emergency appointment after our carpet fitter had cut into one of our wires and were had someone come and see us within an hour. Very happy, would recommend.
Martin and his team have done a few different jobs for us over the last 2 years. They always do a wonderful job, are priced really well and are incredibly efficient. They just fitted two outdoor sockets for us, again, we are really pleased!
This guy or guys are simply the best. Quick on responses and good quality work. I will recommend them all day long and keep using them. And I mean it!!!
Great workmanship and quality x turned up on time great price nice friendly team highly recommend
Martin and his team did a great job installing a brand new fuse box, smoke detectors and fire safe lights to a bedroom as I moved into a new house. Not only that, they gave me an excellent service when doing my electrical report. Really good electricians, great communication throughout, clear invoices and very reasonable prices. Highly recommend .
The team did great work, were professional and fast. Will be using again for any future electrical work.
Friendly efficient and fast service, power restored.
It was my very good fortune, to make contact with Ian Wyatt of Martin Electrical, Colchester this week to seek help with the installation of a heating thermostat. Upon becoming aware of my advanced years, and the need for urgent action during a prolonged period of exceptionally cold weather the empathy shown, and action taken by Ian was exemplary. I will indeed look no further than this very competent firm of electrical engineers whenever the occasion arises. Thank you Ian. Terry
Martin Kaine’s just completed my electrical report. Carried out change of fuse board, installed new down lighters and smoke alarms. Did exactly what they promised on time and tidy. Quick response and friendly to boot . Would not hesitate to recommend
From enquiry to quote to job complete. Really simple and very quick and great price. Brilliant standard of work and was completed exactly how I wished, no complaints at all. 100% recommendation
I couldn't be happier with the work Martin and his team did at my home. They installed spotlights throughout the entire house, added lighting to my cupboards, and even went the extra mile by putting up several pieces of my wall art when I cheekily asked. I’m incredibly grateful for their kindness and professionalism. The team of electricians was friendly, efficient, and left everything clean and tidy. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for excellent service at great value for money!
Martin and he’s team completed my roof top lighting project, I could not be happier with the end product. Highly recommended.
Good communication, no fuss, everything as agreed, good tidy job, good chaps, happy customer.
The one of the best electricians in Colchester very polite and very welcoming staff would use them again
Work was completed quickly and to a high standard. Friendly and good communication. Highly recommended.
What an extremely brilliant service. Very prompt, friendly,efficient and highly professional. Can't thank them enough. Would highly recommend to anybody
Excellent job from start to finish. Would recommend Martin and his team. Supply and fit 3 smoke detectors took under the hour.
I thought I'd need a damaged cable replaced but turned out to be a very quick repair so was less than originally quoted. Peace of mind that it's now safe. Recommend
Used Martin a number of times now. He is a great bloke, excellent explanation and description of what he is doing, VERY competitive pricing and we have recommended him a number of times to multiple people. Says it all really...
Martin responded promptly to my call, he looked into the problem, got the electricity working and safe until the fix could be done which was carried out all within a matter of a couple of days. He worked quick and made sure we understood the changes, very professional service.
I've had no central heating or hot water as there was no power to the boiler. Martin called the same day and very efficiently diagnosed and repaired the problem. Really first class service and I would definitely recommend him.
Did a couple of jobs for me. Happy to take on smaller work and resolved underlying wiring issues they identified as well as completing the work requested. Worked quickly and cleaned up afterwards.
Great service, the guys turned up on time, did exactly what we asked for with no fuss or bother. Would highly recommend
Absolutely spot on advice and guidance; great customer service. A knowledgeable and honest electrician, who we would use again.
Really pleased with the work carried out very efficient service and really nice friendly team. Thank you guys
Martin and his team did a great job, happily worked round all my mess in my garage and fitted new plug sockets plus some light fixtures. Very happy with the work. I will be having come back later this year to update my fuse board. Neat, friendly and professional, I recommend their services.
Friendly and professional, excellent communication from start to finish. The work carried out was to a high standard. I would definitely use this company again for electrical work and would recommend to friends and family. Many thanks.
Excellent service quality tradesman price quoted was totally accurate all round excellent service
Martin Kaine Electricians carried out two extractor fan installations for us. This included drilling through the wall, routing cabling and installing the fan. The process was seamless and Ian / team are great electricians. Extremely happy and would definitely use once again.
This is the second time I have used Martin and his team of technicians. On both occasions, the response time has been excellent but more to the point their due diligence and workmanship has been "Top Notch". In particular the last task was a complete re-wiring, installation of a new circuits board - "it was a big task". A real pleasure to meet the guys and have them complete an outstanding job. I unreservedly recommend Martin and his Teams - they can be trusted and will go all out to meet the customers needs - Thankyou indeed
Return customer of Martin and his team. Professional service. Excellent communication. Shows up when they say they will. Straight forward and clear pricing and invoicing. Can recommend Martin Kaine Electrical to anyone.
Fast, friendly, professional and thorough service
Martin came same day and sorted a number of socket-related issues caused by me not just calling an electrician out in the first place(!). No fuss, just fixed issues and was polite and clear.
Martin provides an excellent service and saw me pretty promptly. 100% recommended and will use his services again. He fitted 3 ceiling lights and a wired Ring video doorbell for me. Thanks!
Very professional team of electricians with great expertise and experience. Massive thanks to Ian Steve and Martin for all their hard work with our fixer-upper house!
After a struggle finding a reliable Electrician, we found Martin and his team, and when I first called him to him turning up at our address and within a matter of days, his team and him completed the job with great professionalism and expertise! We highly recommend them, and no job was too small for them either. Well done
Had a security light, front door light and some external up-lighting installed by Martin. Great from start to finish- guided us through with options, prompt communications, clean, tidy and efficient, and still turned up despite his van breaking down the day before. He covered my car with a towel to prevent dust getting onto it, which I thought was kind and considerate of my property. Nice neat job. Thanks Martin!
Prompt and efficient service. Work carried out to my complete satisfaction so I can thoroughly recommend, certainly in terms of domestic installation. I will be keeping Martin's contact details handy for any further jobs when needed.
Prompt service. Great job done with the dimmer replacement. Thank you Martin. Highly recommend
I was really impressed at the prompt response from Martin, following my initial enquiry. The electrician who came out was efficient, friendly and knowledgeable , completed the job and made the light fitting safe. The replacement light was fitted a couple of days later and again everything was professionally done. I would highly recommend this business if you’re looking for an electrician. I will be using their services again.
Very quick response to initial enquiry. Clear quote ahead of work done. Polite and pleasant electrician visited. Job done!
So helpful and able to fit me in the next day for urgent electrical work! Can’t thank enough!
Amazingly quick to arrange. Asked one day, job done the next. Mine was a hive device install. Job well done and very satisfied customer.
Superb service from Martin. He was the quickest to respond to our enquiry, was always bang on time along with being knowledgeable and courteous. Best of all he's well priced and fixed our urgent problem in double quick time despite needing to source and order some unusual components for our domestic job. Highly recommended.
We used Martin Kaine Electrical to have our TV on the wall with channeling out of wall wires etc.. the guys were professional, informative very polite & left the area very clean when finished. We are very pleased with their work and we would use them again and recommend their services. Thank you!
Martin came along to replace five ugly old light switches for me. He arrived promptly and was friendly and courteous. The job was completed quickly and efficiently. I have no hesitation in recommending his company for all electrical works.
We have used Martin and his Team before and didn’t hesitate to go back when we needed our lights replaced. I got a very competitive quote for 23 downlights supplied and fitted. Steve and Luke came today and worked so hard They were knowledgeable and got past any challenges that arrived with ease. We are so pleased with the results and our rooms look so much better with the new light.
Professional knowledgeable and friendly team throughout the whole process
A quick Google for local electricians bought up Martin's business, and email and reply, and martin was here by 12:30, and wrapped up by 12:45 at the latest after listening to the issue, and finding the fault very quickly. A fast repair later, and everything is great once more. Will definitely be our first port of call for an electrician!
Martin and his team were brilliant. They were professional and curtious. Couldnt ask for anything more. I will be using them again for any other electrical needs.
Great Service, will definitely be using again
All three guys were polite,on time and kept me in informed all the time as to what they were doing. Explained how the new products worked. I can now relax this winter we will be warm and cosy after they fitted a new boiler programmer, room thermostat, tank thermostat and an up to date fuse box. Would not hesitate to call them for any future electrical work as they can do everything. Would recommend 100%
Both chaps were lovely. Martin offered me his much loved cuppa coffee! Bless him. They sorted out the booked jobs and, it being a recent house purchase, sorted out the inevitable issues when a couple of bits went wrong outside of the quoted job. Gave me zero headaches and a sure thing I will be using the business again. :)
The guys came round and fitted a new light fitting that my wife had bought. Considering the job had proved to be a little bit difficult due to the location of the light. They did it very well and I will be using them again as I have other electrical stuff that I will want doing in the future.
Telephoned as mum had no power and vulnerable. Martin had Ian to arrive within 1.5hours to find the problem. Great service
I got Martin to do a EICR on a flat I'm purchasing. He sent over the report the same day and also found issues as well
Would recommend, very professional, very trustworthy
Had an urgent but small job and Martin managed to go out of his way to fit me in. Very professional, quick, good value. Highly recommend.
Martin communicated well and provided a quote. Turned up on time and carried out the work as planned. Kept me updated throughout the installation process. Very professional service. I have already recommended Martin to a family member.
Excellent service was provided by Martin today repairing my faulty socket. Communication was great and the socket was replaced in no time. Very tidy and professional and would highly recommend Martin to anyone looking for electrical work done to a high standard. Martin will always be my first point of contact for any electrical work on the property. Thanks for taking pride in your business!
Responsive, helpful, professional. Good quality work and value for money. Done a couple of jobs for me. Would recommend.
Good response time, honest and fair pricing. A Professional team of qualified electricians. Had a dual zone hive system installed in just over an hour. Will be saving their number for all future jobs. Highly recommend!
I would certainly recommend this company. Very fast response, and reasonably priced. Would definately use again. Thank you Martin Kaine Electrical
Very satisfied customer. Excellent job competed by Martin very helpful and efficient
Very happy with the work completed. Martin and the team were polite and friendly. The work was completed to a very high standard and everything looks very neat and tidy.
Possibly the best tradesman I’ve come across!! Seriously. Emailed on a Sunday after expressing interest in an EV charger, had a response with estimate cost within an hour, then booked for a site survey, turned up on time, very friendly and professional, install date was booked, day before time confirmed, on the day emailed to advise they were running a little bit late. Arrived, installed the charger, no mess, no fuss, cleaned up after themselves. Very very professional. Very happy customer. Would 100% use again and highly recommended to anyone looking for a decent tradesmen!! Thank you Martin.
Martin has just done a first fix for a full rewire on my house. Work was done very efficiently and to a high standard. He was always happy to explain things I didn't understand which was very helpful. If I could give more stars I would. Top electrician! Would highly recommend
Prompt reply to request for a quote, punctual in keeping appointment made and work carried out the following week, to a good standard.
Martin has done various works in my new house so far. He has fitted a new wide hob that required cutting out the worktop and fitted in a new oven which required moving and making safe a gas pipe. Neither were particularly straightforward jobs but he managed to resolve the issues encountered. Martin is personable, helpful and very professional and explains thoroughly what's needed without being condescending. He turns up when he says and communicates well. His quotes are detailed and fair. Martin is a real find and I'll be using him for a lot more jobs in the future. He has a real 'can do' attitude and has a vast skill set. If i could give him more than 5 stars I would :-) I have no hesitation in recommending him to family and friends
Fitted my own worktops to my kitchen.Very impressed, arrived when he said he would and carried out the works quickly and efficiently. cleaned up after himself and explained anything that needed explaining. will be recommending him to friends and family and anyone else that requires any work doing. 5 star rating
Martin installed a new kitchen ring main and radials for appliances on a kitchen installation for my business. I have used him many times before when he lived closer to me, but unfortunately have not been able to use him as often as I would have liked when he moved to Colchester. I was let down by another local electrician and Martin was able to rescue me at very short notice. As always, he was polite, professional and cost effective. I wish he lived nearer!!!
Tricky job, running cables from an existing ring main to install new sockets, to be achieved without damaging wall paper etc. A clever route was eventually found. That took far longer than envisaged due to unforseen obstacles, but I was still charged the original quoted price. Highly recommend.
Excellent chap, on time, polite and did exactly what was neede
Location
Opening times
- Monday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- SundayClosed
Other electricians nearby
Is this your business?
This page uses publicly available information to help local customers find you. Claiming it is free: edit your details, add photos, and take bookings direct. We’ll add the verified badge once we’ve confirmed it’s you.



