Find a qualified electrician near you
Power cuts, tripping fuses, new sockets or a full rewire. See typical prices and find electricians near you.
Find your townWhat a local electrician can help with
Electrical work is one trade where cutting corners is dangerous. Use a registered electrician for anything beyond changing a bulb or a plug.
Emergency electrician and fault finding
Lost power, a burning smell, sparking sockets or an RCD that keeps tripping. Faults traced and made safe.
Fuse box and consumer unit replacement
Old fuse boxes upgraded to a modern consumer unit with RCD protection, tested and certified.
House rewiring
Full and partial rewires for older homes, ideally planned before plastering or redecorating.
EICR safety certificates
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords, buyers and sellers. Landlords in England need one every five years.
EV charger installation
Home electric car chargers fitted, connected to your supply and registered with your network operator.
Sockets, lights and switches
Extra sockets, USB sockets, downlights, outdoor lighting and smart switches installed.
How much does an electrician cost?
Typical UK guide prices, so you know what a fair quote looks like.
Hourly rate
£45-£75
Per hour. Day rates are usually £250-£400.
EICR certificate
£150-£300
For a typical 2 to 3 bed home.
Consumer unit replacement
£450-£900
Including testing and certification.
Full rewire
£4,500-£8,000
For a 3 bed house, before redecorating.
Guide prices only. London and the South East are usually higher, and your price depends on the job, access and materials.
How to find a electrician near you
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Describe the job
Write down what needs doing, with photos if you can, so every quote covers the same work.
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Get three quotes
Contact at least three local electricians and ask for a written, itemised quote.
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Check before you hire
Compare prices, check insurance and registrations, and ask to see recent work.
Before you hire a electrician
Electrical work is regulated, so it is easy to check you are hiring the right person.
- Use an electrician registered with a competent person scheme such as NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA.
- New circuits, consumer units and work near baths or showers are notifiable under Part P building regulations in England and Wales.
- Expect an Electrical Installation Certificate or Minor Works Certificate when the job is finished.
- Ask for proof of public liability insurance and a written quote.
Electrician FAQs
How much does an electrician cost per hour in the UK?
Typically £45-£75 an hour, with day rates of around £250-£400. London and emergency call-outs cost more. Many electricians quote a fixed price for set jobs like an EICR.
What is an EICR and do I need one?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report checks the safety of your wiring. Private landlords in England must have one at least every five years. Homeowners are advised to get one every ten years or when buying a home.
How do I know if my house needs rewiring?
Warning signs include an old fuse box with rewireable fuses, rubber or fabric-covered cables, scorch marks on sockets, frequent tripping and too few sockets. An EICR will tell you for certain.
Can I do my own electrical work?
Small jobs like replacing a socket faceplate are fine. New circuits, consumer units and bathroom work are notifiable and must be certified. Getting it wrong can also affect your home insurance.
What counts as an electrical emergency?
A burning smell, smoke, sparking sockets, exposed live wires or a total loss of power that is not a local power cut. If it is safe to do so, switch off at the consumer unit.