Electrical Services for Local Councils Across Sussex

Trusted electricians for council housing, public buildings & estate upgrades

At CDS Electrical, we specialise in delivering safe, efficient and fully compliant electrical services to local councils and their housing portfolios across East and West Sussex. 

With decades of experience supporting the public sector, we’re proud to be a trusted electrician for council housing, civic buildings and community estates in towns including Eastbourne, Brighton, Crawley, Worthing, Hastings, Lewes and beyond.

As an experienced electrician for council housing, we understand the wide-ranging responsibilities of local authorities—from ensuring tenant safety to meeting decarbonisation goals and maintaining essential infrastructure. That’s why we offer a full suite of professional electrical services designed to support your estate, reduce running costs and futureproof your buildings.

Whether you manage a single block or a large housing estate, you can count on CDS Electrical as your go-to electrician for council housing. 

Our NICEIC-approved, PAS 2030-certified engineers are DBS-checked and trained to work safely and efficiently in occupied properties with minimal disruption.

  • 5-year EICRs, fixed wire testing & remedial works

  • Full electrical rewires & fuse-board upgrades

  • Smoke and CO₂ detector installation

  • Solar PV installation and maintenance

  • Emergency lighting installation & testing

  • LED lighting upgrades in communal areas

  • PAT testing

  • Air conditioning servicing and maintenance

  • Fire alarm systems and fault diagnostics

  • Air source heat pumps and other renewable technologies

As PAS 2030-certified electricians for council housing, we are approved to carry out works under Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) and other government-backed schemes such as the Warm Homes Grant, ECO 4 and Hug 2 schemes. These allow local authorities to access government-backed funding for energy efficiency upgrades, helping to reduce carbon emissions and improve tenant comfort in line with Net Zero targets.

As electricians for council housing, we are also fully accredited with CHAS, ConstructionLine, MCS, RECC, and ISO 9001 & 14001, ensuring all works meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility.

Our Council Services Include:

Why Councils Choose CDS Electrical

  • Decades of experience as a reliable electrician for council housing

  • Strong partnerships with local authorities across Sussex

  • Experienced in both occupied and unoccupied properties

  • DBS-checked, safeguarding-trained staff for sensitive settings

  • Responsive, accountable project management and clear communication

  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate tenants and access needs

  • Committed to working within strict budgets and regulatory frameworks

Whether you’re planning a rolling programme of upgrades, need emergency response, or want to partner with a trusted electrician for council housing for long-term decarbonisation goals, we can help.

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  • “ESCC has worked with CDS for many years now delivering lighting upgrades, solar PV, batteries and other electrical work. They continue to be a pleasure to work with and present good value for money. The staff at CDS are personable, professional and sources of expertise. Many projects have been delivered successfully because of CDS, including at sensitive sites”

    — Paul Hardman, ESCC

Work with Experienced Electricians for Council Housing Today

Get in touch to arrange a site visit, request a tailored quote, or discuss how CDS Electrical can support your council’s housing and infrastructure goals in Eastbourne, Brighton, Crawley, Worthing, Hastings, Lewes and across East and West Sussex.

By choosing an experienced electrician for council housing like CDS, you're investing in long-term value, reduced risk and full regulatory compliance—delivered by a trusted local team.

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