First Fix and Containment

At DS Electrical, we support contractors and system installers by taking full responsibility for the first fix phase — supplying expertly installed, BS 5839-compliant cabling and containment for fire alarm, door entry, and warden control systems. We work closely with some of the UK’s largest safety and property management companies, known for our reliable, deadline-driven service and clear, accurate layouts.

We’re also highly experienced in live environments, including care homes and supported housing, where our engineers work with minimal disruption and maximum respect. From fire-rated cable containment to full data cabinet installations and network terminations, we deliver a clean foundation that makes second fix and commissioning faster, smoother, and more efficient.

Taking the Headache Out of Cabling for Main Contractors – Fire Alarm/Warden Control Installs

We take full responsibility for the first fix and cable installation phase, allowing your team to concentrate on second fixing, programming, and commissioning. By streamlining this critical part of the project, we help main contractors increase efficiency, reduce delays, and complete more jobs — without compromising on safety or quality.

Our Services Include:

• First Fix Cabling for Fire Alarm Systems
• Fully compliant cable installations and containment to BS 5839 standards, supporting a wide range of life safety systems.
• Door Entry & Access Control Infrastructure
• Expert cabling for intercoms, access keypads, fob readers, and networked door systems, laid out clearly and ready for rapid system handover.
• Cable Containment Design & Installation
• Tray, conduit, trunking, and basket installations that are tidy, accessible, and built to last — reducing the risk of future maintenance issues.
• First Fix for Warden-Controlled Property Systems
  We are highly experienced in delivering first fix works within warden-controlled and assisted living environments, working directly with some of the largest property management companies in the country. Our engineers are professional, respectful, and trained to work safely and discreetly in occupied premises.
• Data Network cabling
  Having installed cabling in all types of containment for multiple large gaming design companies we are used to pulling in 1 or 100’s of data cables for differing needs. From full scale data cabinet installs and termination to domestic wifi mesh systems, cable, install and programmed we can complete any and all of your networking requirements

Trusted on Site & in Live Environments

We have an impeccable reputation for delivering clean, compliant first fix installations — whether on busy construction sites or within live, operational buildings. Our team understands the importance of communication, minimal disruption, and working to exacting standards, especially in sensitive environments like care homes and supported housing.

At DS Electrical, we are the go-to subcontractor for structured cable installation and first fix support — helping you deliver more projects, more efficiently, and with total peace of mind.