Our Team
Every post on this blog is reviewed by someone who does the work.
Jeremy Hurst
Founder
Jeremy co-founded Positive Contractors with his brother David. Their father was an electrician, and over around 25 years they've grown the business from the boot of a car into a multi-trade contractor serving homes, landlords, agents and businesses across London and Essex.
Posts reviewed by Jeremy:
James Orchard
Electricians' Manager
James manages our team of electricians and works across every type of electrical job, from domestic rewires and lighting to three-phase installations and fire alarm systems, across London and Essex.
Posts reviewed by James:
- Underfloor Heating Not Working? How We Investigate Cold Rooms and Zone Faults
- Case Study: Jacksons Estate Agency Office Fit-Out, Wandsworth
- Garden Lighting Ideas and Installation: Patios, Pergolas and Outdoor Kitchens
- Case Study: Three-Phase Distribution Board for an Industrial Unit
- Case Study: Suspended Ceiling and LED Lighting for a Commercial Unit
- Fire Alarm Servicing: What Landlords, Managing Agents and Businesses Need to Know
- Upgrading Communal Lights to LED: 2D Fittings, Emergency Lighting and What to Check
- Home EV Charger Installation: What to Check Before You Book
- Signs Your House Needs Rewiring (and What a Rewire Involves)
Callum Clamp
Qualified Supervisor & Electrician
Callum is our Qualified Supervisor, responsible for making sure the electrical work we carry out and certify meets the standards required of an NICEIC Approved Contractor. He also works on site as an electrician.
Posts reviewed by Callum:
- What Happens During an EICR? How Long It Takes and How to Prepare
- Commercial EICRs: What Businesses Need to Know About Electrical Inspections
- MVHR Ventilation: How It Works and Is It Worth It?
- PAT Testing: Do Landlords and Businesses Need It?
- Case Study: Consumer Unit Upgrade After an EICR in Soho, London
Jack Crews
Electrician
Jack is an electrician at Positive Contractors, working on homes, rental properties and commercial projects across London and Essex.
Posts reviewed by Jack:
Ben Selgjeka
Electrician
Ben is an electrician at Positive Contractors, working on commercial fit-outs, data cabling and domestic electrical projects across London and Essex.
Posts reviewed by Ben:
Dorian Ivancuta
Handyman & Plumber
Dorian looks after plumbing, repairs and maintenance for homeowners, landlords and letting agents, from bathroom fittings to void property turnarounds.
Posts reviewed by Dorian:
- LVT Flooring Installation: Why It's a Smart Choice for Homes and Rentals
- HIU Repairs: No Heating or Hot Water in a Flat on Communal Heating?
- Bath Panel Replacement: A Solid, Tiled Panel With an Access Hatch
- Shower Tray Repairs: Slow Drains, Smells and Leaks Hiding Under the Tray
- Water-Damaged Wooden Floor Repairs: Find the Source, Then Fix the Floor
- Black Mould Around Windows: What Causes It and How to Stop It Coming Back
- Case Study: Replacing Loose and Damaged Tiles in a Shower Enclosure
- Shower Mixer Valve Replacement: Fixing Showers That Run Hot, Cold or Won't Turn Off
- Case Study: Leaking Toilet Replaced and Blocked Basin Cleared in One Visit
- Macerator and Waste Water Pump Replacement: Why They Fail and How to Make Them Last
- Concealed Cistern Repairs: Fixing a Wall-Hung Toilet That Runs, Leaks or Won't Flush
- Damp and Leak Investigation: Finding the Real Cause Before You Repair
- Handyman Repairs for Landlords and Letting Agents: The Jobs That Keep Tenants Happy
- Radiator Cold at the Top or Bottom? Bleeding, Balancing and Common Heating Problems
- Bath and Shower Resealing: Stopping Leaks and Mouldy Silicone
- Running Toilet, Weak Flush or Leaking Cistern? Common Toilet Problems and Fixes
- Hard Water and Limescale in London and Essex: What It Does to Showers, Appliances and Plumbing
- Case Study: A Faulty Shower Cartridge and the Hidden Water Damage Behind It
- Case Study: Deep Cleaning Mould From a Bath and Shower Area
- Case Study: Failed Shower Sealant, a Rotten Wall Corner and the Repair
- Legionella Control: Water Temperature Checks for Landlords and Businesses
- When a Radiator Needs Replacing: Rust, Leaks and Corroded Valves
- Food Waste Disposer Replacement: When to Repair and When to Replace
- Case Study: Resurfacing a Solid Oak Kitchen Worktop
- Case Study: Replacing a Rotten Bathroom Floor After a Long-Term Leak
- Electric and Dual-Fuel Towel Rails: What's Involved in Fitting One
- Void Property Checklist for Letting Agents: Turn Units Around Faster
Romeo Ivancuta
Handyman
Romeo carries out repairs and maintenance for homeowners, landlords and letting agents, including tracking down the causes of damp and leaks and putting right the damage they leave behind.
Posts reviewed by Romeo:
- LVT Flooring Installation: Why It's a Smart Choice for Homes and Rentals
- Bath Panel Replacement: A Solid, Tiled Panel With an Access Hatch
- Water-Damaged Wooden Floor Repairs: Find the Source, Then Fix the Floor
- Black Mould Around Windows: What Causes It and How to Stop It Coming Back
- Case Study: Replacing Loose and Damaged Tiles in a Shower Enclosure
- Damp and Leak Investigation: Finding the Real Cause Before You Repair
- Handyman Repairs for Landlords and Letting Agents: The Jobs That Keep Tenants Happy
- Case Study: Deep Cleaning Mould From a Bath and Shower Area
- Case Study: Failed Shower Sealant, a Rotten Wall Corner and the Repair
- Case Study: Resurfacing a Solid Oak Kitchen Worktop
- Case Study: Replacing a Rotten Bathroom Floor After a Long-Term Leak
Charlie Farrier
Plumbing & Gas Engineer
Charlie is a Gas Safe registered plumbing and gas engineer who has worked with Positive Contractors for years as a trusted subcontractor, held to the same standards as our own team.
Posts reviewed by Charlie:
- Underfloor Heating Not Working? How We Investigate Cold Rooms and Zone Faults
- HIU Repairs: No Heating or Hot Water in a Flat on Communal Heating?
- Case Study: Leaking Toilet Replaced and Blocked Basin Cleared in One Visit
- Concealed Cistern Repairs: Fixing a Wall-Hung Toilet That Runs, Leaks or Won't Flush
- Landlord Gas Safety Certificates (CP12): What's Checked and When You Need One
See the whole team on our company team page.