I bought an induction hob from Gotchs in Selby and had it fitted by them in October this year…read more within two months the hob made a loud banging noise, caused a fuse to go and broke. Whilst outside the 30 day right to refund and return stipulated under the 2015 Consumer Act this is well within the six month period in which it is the retailers responsibility, not the manufacturers, to either fix or replace the item. Gotchs failed to recognize this and told us we had to go to the manufacturer. This is very unhelpful and I'll-informed customer service. This really does need rectifying as Gotchs will lose customers.

Gotch's of Selby ltd, is situated on the corner of Micklegate and finkle street. There is no…read morecustomer car park but there are a few pick up spaces outside the store and a fair sized pay-and-display car park opposite. Gotch's is an electrical store selling very much what you would expect in the likes of Curry's on Gowthorpe. Gotch's is a family run business that has built up a good reputation amongst the locals not only for its goods but also for it excellent sales and after sales service. The Interior is larger than you would think with a range of house hold appliances as well as ranges in TV's and music. In the past we have brought a freezer and a tumble dryer, and that's even after shopping around for prices. The prices are too similar to bother with the big companies and its nice to support a Selby business over the national stores.

Scarboroughs better - and probably only - alternative to the more commonly found chain stores such…read moreas Currys and Comet, by comparison this is a small store, but there is still plenty to find across the two floors. One advantage of this place is the staff - they know what they're taling about and will offer constructive help, instead of the usual standard cheat sheet talk which comes in most of the chain stores. They were particularly helpful in assisting me choose a home cinema system and taylor it to my needs and the size of my room. Typically, anything you'd expect to be able to find in stores like this is there - big screen TVs, home cinema systems and DVDs, stereos, MP3 players and so on. Also on sale are washing machines, vacuum cleaners and the like. Not as extensive a range as to be found in the chains, but pretty much anything on the market can be ordered for you if you wish. For the average consumer, you'd probably find better value at a Comet, but if you're looking for something a little different and not so mainstream, these people can help you much more.

Over the past 10 years we have purchased 2 TV's,& a DVD player from Walkers, they always know what…read morethey are talking about, not like the other large electrical superstores in the town. We have just purchased a new TV and a free sat box and this was the first and only place that I looked to buy from.

A store which covers all of your electrical needs. From fuses and cable, to lights, computer…read moreperiphirals, battery chargers and DJ equipment. Also has some quirky electrical toys instore. The staff are quite knowledgeable and wil point you away from spending money you don't need to. So pluses all around for that kind of honesty. Parking shared with two other stores but should'nt be a problem finding a space.

Trundling along North Street I'd almost given up looking for Maplin's and headed to P.C. World when…read morea man asked me for directions. I couldn't help him and said in passing that I was looking for Maplin's, he promptly gave me directions and I was soon in this Aladdin's Cave of electrical components. Being slightly out of the city centre this electronics shop is vast compared to my other experiences of Maplin's. You can get loads of little bits from transistors, to hard drives and a cacophony of wires to larger goods such as disco lights. Everything is here to enable you to vamp up any gadget you may have lurking in the house. Despite the size the layout is well devised, staff are able to find things quickly and can offer what seems to be knowledgeable advice on what you need, although I am no expert.

This place is my mecca. Maplin to me is like a shoe shop to the wife! I have spent many hours just…read morewandering around here playing with gadgets and boys toys, the disco lights area is a favourite but I do get funny looks when I'm doing my Saturday Night Fever routine. If you need anything electronic you will find it here, from a tiny resistor to a great big speaker they will have it! The only thing that stops this place from being 5 star is they can be pricey on componenets compared with Farnells and CPC but if you need it today and need any advice this lot will sort you out :)

I went in to this niche little electronics shop in Headingley with a friend who had just moved into…read morea new flat - he was looking for some kind of funky speaker system to pimp out his living room, and although we left without actually buying anything, I felt I had to give this place a review. The guys working here are very friendly, and you get the impression that they treat every customer differently, and with great care - they try to pander to your every custom-made need, whether you want a simple speaker set, or a full multi-room entertainment system installed. You can tell they have a real passion for making people enjoy home entertainment, but as they stock specialist products and offer such a fine taylor-made service, the prices may put you off. I plan to return here when I have more money than sense. One day...

I've been buying my audio goodies from this shop for 35 years…read more The first sytem they built for me lasted 25 years! I then made the erorr of buying stuff from somewhere else which lasted only a rubbish 5 years! So I returned to Audio Projects 5 years ago, and guess what, tho technology's changed, you still get the best advice, the most helpful, personal customer service, and the most amazing, durable, quality products (and Bill is still there too!). They are probably a bit more expensive in the short term, but will work out cheaper in the longer term because they LAST. And they are the best your ears will ever hear. It's very rare these days to still have around shops like this - small independents which care - about their customers, their service and their products. Use em and treasure em people, or you could lose em...

Currys Digital sell a good range of electrical and digital items such as tablets, laptops, and…read moretelevisions. The shop is quite nice and the staff are helpful and friendly but I do find them a little expensive compared to some other places especially online stores so although I go in for a look sometimes I never actually buy anything from there.

Fanthorpes is a local hi-fi and television shop situated in Hepworth's Arcade. It is well worth a…read morevisit as it is a world away from the faceless unfriendly chain electrical stores. If you want to see what a properly set-up high definition television looks like, or listen to a fantastic hi-f, avoid Comet and Dixons and come here. Fanthorpes have decades of experience and can offer advice and services such as custom installations which cannot be matched by national retailers or websites. They also offer part-exchange and second-hand items.

From the owner: Who we are... Fanthorpes is one of Hull's longest established HiFi and electrical retailers. The…read morecompany has been trading in Hepworth's Arcade in the Old Town of Kingston Upon Hull since 1946. The products that we sell may have changed dramatically over the years, but our aim at Fanthorpes has remained unchanged, to supply quality hifi and give exceptional service. Where we are... Fanthorpes Hi-Fi is located in Hull, which is at the end of the M62. All you need to do to find us is get on the to the M62 and head east. It's that simple. Once you reach Hull you will find us in Hepworth's Arcade in the city's old town

Maxwells is very well located on the main High Street and has occupied this position for a number…read moreof years and as such has demonstrated its longevity and place in the affections of the town. Many of the staff have been there for a long time and they know the business inside out. They have a good range of electrical items. When you first enter there is a big range of televisions to choose from, all usually on, and it makes the shop seem nice and bright. They sell lots of different makes of items, usually high quality such as smeg fridges, dyson cleaners. There is a section of electric fires at the back of the store and they also stock quite an extensive range of items incase you need a repair. If it isn't in stock they would do their utmost to order it as a matter of urgency for you and I think they provide a really high level of customer service.

Nightmare scenario happened! My super frayed Macbook cable reached the end of its life yesterday…read moremorning and with trying everything from taping to putting heavy books on the cable nothing would fix it, with the power levels on my laptop dropping by the minute! A quick trip out to Harrogate got me the required cable from a very helpful chap - in fact everyone at this store selling new and reconditioned apple products plus other electronics seemed to be happy to help with all customers. Not an official Apple store but just as impressive - worth checking out!

From the owner: Store is a great place to buy Apple products in Harogate, displaying all the Apple range and…read moreaccessories, from iPad, Mac and all models in the iPod range. We are confident a visit to iStore Harogate, will be a truly rewarding experience. Whether you're new to the Apple ecosystem or a hardened Apple fanatic, our fully trained Apple Product Professionals are on hand to give you all the help and advice you need on the Apple product range, all here in our Woking Store, dedicated to all things Apple. When it's service and support you're after this is the place, as iStore is able to provide you with the ultimate Apple repair and support. Be it a faulty iPad, misbehaving Mac, cracked iPhone display or much-needed upgrades, our onsite Apple Authorised service technicians are on hand for all warranty and non-warranty repairs.