Sockets, switches & fittings
Adding, replacing or relocating sockets, switches, fused spurs and other accessories where the circuit and installation method are suitable.
Electrician London
Find an electrician in London
Need a new socket, lighting work, fault diagnosis, an inspection or a larger electrical upgrade? Post the job once and suitable electricians covering your London postcode can get in touch. Compare relevant experience, availability and quotes before deciding who to hire.
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Looking for an electrician near you in London?
Enter the property postcode and describe exactly what is happening or what you want installed. For faults, say which circuit, room or appliance appears affected and whether power is currently off. For planned work, list the number and type of fittings so electricians can judge the scope before travelling.
Domestic electrical work
What can a London electrician help with?
Electrical jobs range from replacing accessories to full rewires and inspection work. The right electrician should understand both the practical installation and the testing or certification that may be required for the work being carried out.
Lighting & controls
New light fittings, replacement fixtures, dimmers, switches, outdoor lighting and fault diagnosis where lights flicker, trip or stop working.
Consumer units & upgrades
Assessment and replacement of consumer units, protective devices and related upgrades where the existing installation needs modernising or faults have been identified.
Fault finding & repairs
Investigating tripping circuits, dead sockets, intermittent faults, damaged accessories and other electrical problems before recommending the appropriate repair.
Rewires & new circuits
Partial or full rewiring, new circuits for kitchens, extensions or equipment, and upgrades that need proper design, routing, testing and documentation.
Inspection & testing
Electrical inspection, testing and reports where a homeowner, landlord or managing agent needs a clearer picture of the condition and safety of the installation.
How much does an electrician cost in London?
Electrical prices depend on the type of work, testing required, access, materials and whether the job is a planned installation or urgent fault. Current London data provides these local labour benchmarks:
£37/hourcurrent London electrician benchmark
£265–£325/daytypical London electrician day-rate range
Indicative guidance checked August 2026. MyJobQuote currently lists about £37 per hour for an electrician in London and an average day-rate range of roughly £265–£325. Individual electrical jobs are often priced by scope because testing, certification, access, materials and fault-finding time can matter more than a simple hourly calculation.
Give enough detail for a meaningful electrical quote
Separate the symptom from the solution
If something has stopped working, describe the fault rather than guessing what needs replacing. If it is planned work, list the fittings, rooms and any existing electrical information you have so each electrician is pricing the same job.
- For faults, say what trips, stops working or behaves intermittently and when the problem started.
- For installations, list the number and type of sockets, lights, switches or circuits you want added or changed.
- Mention the property type, access to the consumer unit and whether floorboards, ceilings or walls are already open for other renovation work.
- Ask what testing, certification and making-good are included rather than comparing only the labour figure.
Across London
Search for electricians by London postcode
Electrical contractors often work across several boroughs, but travel time and the urgency of a fault still matter. The property postcode helps match the job with electricians who cover the relevant part of London.
CamdenIslingtonHackneyTower HamletsSouthwarkWandsworthEalingBarnet
Why the property and access details matter
A fault in a small flat and a new circuit in a multi-storey refurbishment can involve very different access, isolation and testing requirements. Give the postcode, property type and enough detail about where the work sits within the building.
Safety comes before speed. If there is burning, smoke, visible damage or another immediate electrical danger, isolate the supply if it is safe to do so and seek appropriate emergency help rather than continuing to use the affected circuit.
How it works
Post the electrical job once. Then compare suitable local electricians.
Explain the fault or installation clearly and let electricians who cover the postcode decide whether the work fits their skills and schedule.
Post the electrical job
Enter the London postcode, describe the fault or planned installation and include any useful details about circuits, fittings or access.
Hear from suitable electricians
Your requirements can be matched through our partner network, and up to 3 local tradespeople can contact you about the work.
Compare and choose
Compare relevant qualifications, experience, proposed scope, testing, timing and price before deciding who to hire.
Choose with confidence
What should you check before hiring an electrician?
Electrical work can affect safety and future certification, so check competence for the specific job, not just general trade experience. Ask what will be tested, documented and left ready when the work is complete.
Competence for the actual work
A light fitting, consumer-unit replacement, inspection and full rewire are not equivalent jobs. Check that the electrician regularly carries out the type of work you need.
Testing and paperwork
Ask what inspection, testing and certification are included and whether any notification or documentation will be required for the particular work at your property.
A clear written scope
Make sure the quote explains labour, materials, access assumptions, making good, testing and any exclusions so you can compare electricians on the same basis.
Electrical work within a bigger project
Connect the electrician with the other trades when needed
Electrical work often sits inside kitchen, bathroom, extension or decorating projects. If walls are being opened, plumbing is moving or the room will need making good afterwards, coordinating the trades can reduce duplicated work and unclear responsibility.
Useful answers
Electrician London FAQs
Quick answers before posting an electrical job in London.
How do I find an electrician near me in London?
Enter the property postcode and describe the work clearly. Your request can then be matched with suitable electricians who cover that part of London, allowing you to compare up to 3 responses before deciding who to hire.
How much does an electrician cost in London?
Current MyJobQuote London guidance lists about £37 per hour and roughly £265–£325 per day. The final quote depends on materials, testing, access, fault-finding time and the exact type of electrical work.
Do landlords need electrical inspections in London rental properties?
England’s electrical safety rules require covered rented homes to have electrical installations inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years, with the rules extended to the social rented sector in 2025. Landlords should check the current requirements that apply to their property and tenancy.
Do I need an electrician just to change a light fitting?
Many light-fitting jobs are straightforward for a competent electrician, but the existing wiring, earthing, circuit condition and type of fitting can affect what is required. If you are unsure, describe the fitting and existing setup rather than assuming it is a simple swap.
What is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report records the condition of an electrical installation after inspection and testing. It is commonly used for rental compliance and when an owner wants a structured assessment of the installation’s condition.
Should an electrician provide certification?
Some electrical work requires formal certification or notification and other work may still be tested and documented. Ask the electrician what paperwork applies to your specific job before work starts.
Are the electricians verified?
Tradespeople using our partner service are verified with official identification, email and phone details, and qualification evidence is required for electrical roles through the partner network. You should still review each profile, relevant qualifications, feedback, insurance and quote before deciding who to hire.
Do I have to accept an electrician quote?
No. Posting the job does not oblige you to hire anyone. Compare the scope, competence, testing, timing and price and choose only if you are comfortable with the electrician and the proposed work.
Need an electrician in London?
Post the electrical job once, let suitable local electricians come to you and compare your options before deciding who to hire.