Who are Penmilne Electrical Contractors?
Penmilne Electrical Contractors is a family-run, NICEIC-approved electrical contractor based at Wilbury Way in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. Established in 1977, the company provides commercial, public sector, landlord and domestic electrical services across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, working within a 30-mile radius of Hitchin.
Over nearly five decades Penmilne has built its reputation on quality workmanship and long-term relationships. Clients include St Albans City & District Council, Thrive Homes, local businesses, letting agents, private landlords, schools, nurseries, sports and social clubs, and homeowners, and much of the company’s work still comes from personal recommendation.
NICEIC Approved Contractor
Independently assessed for competence and safety, with every installation certified to BS 7671.
Aico Platinum Partner
The top tier of Aico’s installer programme, backed by factory training and ongoing technical support.
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Our Heritage
Penmilne began as a local electrical contractor serving homeowners around Hitchin and has grown into a trusted partner for local authorities, housing associations and commercial clients. Long-running work for St Albans City & District Council and Thrive Homes sits alongside relationships with local businesses and families that go back decades.
- Established in Hitchin in 1977
- Family-run throughout
- Local authority and housing association contracts
EV Charge Installers
Penmilne created its EV Charge Installers division to bring electric vehicle charging to local homes and businesses. The evchargeinstallers.com brand is wholly owned and managed by Penmilne Contractors Ltd, and its services now sit within the Penmilne website.
- Home EV charger installation
- Workplace and fleet charging
- EV infrastructure for schools and colleges
Which accreditations does Penmilne hold?
Independent accreditation gives clients, insurers and procurement teams assurance that work is carried out safely and to recognised standards.
NICEIC Approved Contractor
Registered with NICEIC and regularly assessed for technical competence and compliance with BS 7671.
TrustMark Endorsed
Government-endorsed quality scheme for trades working in and around the home.
Aico Platinum Partner
Top-tier fire and carbon monoxide detection partner, trained at Aico’s centre in Ireland.
ECA Member
Member of the Electrical Contractors’ Association, the long-established trade body for electrical contractors.
CHAS Accredited
Health and safety compliance independently assessed through the CHAS scheme.
Considerate Constructors Scheme
Registered organisation committed to safe, respectful and tidy working on site.
Questions about Penmilne
Quick answers about who Penmilne is, where the company works and the standards it works to.
Penmilne is based at Unit 2 Cam Square, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0TZ, and works within a 30-mile radius across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
Penmilne was established in 1977 and remains a family-run business.
Yes. EV Charge Installers (evchargeinstallers.com) was created by Penmilne as its electric vehicle charging division and is wholly owned and managed by Penmilne Contractors Ltd.
Local authorities, housing associations, letting agents, private landlords, facilities managers, schools, nurseries, sports and social clubs, businesses and homeowners.
Yes. Penmilne is an NICEIC Approved Contractor, and is also TrustMark endorsed, an Aico Platinum Partner, an ECA member, CHAS accredited and a Considerate Constructors Scheme registered organisation.