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Excellent service from start to finish from Daniel. Quick and professional
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Very Professional. Really happy to help. Very polite. Did a very good job fitting our new light. Would recommend!!
Anne
Steve and Daniel were quick and efficient came out at short notice found and fixed the fault within the hour Definitely recommend Will be using them again Debbie and lee
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Cost of an emergency electrician
The cost of hiring an emergency electrician can vary depending on the time of day, location, and the nature of the issue. On average, emergency call-outs start from £75 to £100 per hour, but this may increase to £150 or more for urgent, out-of-hours work. Always get a clear quote before proceeding with the job.
Why would you need an emergency electrician?
Power outages: Sudden loss of electricity that isn’t related to a wider power cut.
Electrical faults: Tripping circuit breakers, flickering lights, or faulty wiring.
Sparking outlets: Electrical sockets sparking or making unusual noises.
Burning smells: Any sign of overheating or burning from electrical fixtures.
Exposed wiring: Wires that are damaged or exposed, posing a safety hazard.
Water and electricity mix: Flooding or leaks coming into contact with electrical systems.
How long does it take for an emergency electrician to come out?
Emergency electricians typically aim to reach your home within 1-2 hours, depending on your location and their availability. Many electricians offer 24/7 services, ensuring help is available at any time of day or night.
Other emergency electricians FAQs
Can an emergency electrician fix a power outage?
Yes, emergency electricians can identify and repair the cause of a power outage, whether it’s a localised issue in your home or related to the wiring and circuit breakers.
Is it safe to wait until morning for an electrician?
If there’s an immediate risk, such as sparking wires or burning smells, it’s crucial to call a 24/7 emergency electrician immediately to avoid serious hazards.
Can an emergency electrician handle commercial properties?
Yes, many emergency electricians are qualified to handle both residential and commercial electrical emergencies.
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18th edition approved electricians with 19 years experience in the industry. No job too small ! 100+ 5 Star Ratings!
Works - Supply/Replace an electric hob, quick and efficient response. Works completed on the same day as the issues was found and price agreed.
J T Electrical Services John Thomson Specialising in domestic installations More than 20 years experience No job too small All Work competitively priced FREE ESTIMATES —————————— Additional lighting Change over existing light fittings for new light fittings Additional socket outlets Reposition existing socket outlets New consumer unit installations ( main boards ) New Smoke detector installations New shower installations New cooker installations All outside electrics lighting - sockets - ponds - garage - sheds - summer houses Supply cables to out buildings Fault Finding All electrics appertaining to domestic households
Job done quickly at time and price agreed.
Hi I'm Andy I'm 43 and first started out in 1996 did my apprentice with George wimpy builders and spent 20 years in Various trades I am a multi skilled tradesmen and pride myself in my work and value my customers as you are the key to success
Really humble and professionals. My garden fence completely collapsed due to storm and I couldn’t afford a new one so they managed to fix it.
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Carpentry (Certified Fire Door Installer/competent person) Electrical and general builder
At The Ruby Team we value great work and our word. Reliable, trustworthy and punctual tradesmen is what we are. With fantastic quality of work and enthusiasm we really get the job done to a 5* level. With 7 years in the field as a multi-tradesman I’ve accumulated a lot of knowledge in many sectors. No job is too small nor too big for us and we cover all areas in London and Essex. We follow a CLAYGO service which is a protocol we follow to ensure your house is as clean as when we entered it. #Residential. #Commercial. #Landscaping. Terms & Conditions. Any job cancelled by client with less than 48 hours notice will be subject to a flat £65 cancellation fee which is due when cancellation is confirmed. Payments are due on completion and once customer is satisfied with the quality of workmanship. If customer is not satisfied, it will be resolved with snagging or discount.
We are a recognized electrical installation and maintenance company with 28 years experience,covering all aspects of electrical installation.Our aim is to provide an excellent service at a reasonable price. All our work is guaranteed.
Well recommended, turned up on time, good communication, had all the tools required to finish the job in quick time and at a good price e!! Will use again and recommend to friends
Hi Im Den your local tradesmen i can improve any aspect of the inside of your home from kitchens / bathrooms / carpentry I have 20 years experience and have undertaken all sots of projects
DDS development came the next day, understood the issue that needed addressing, and fixed it in a couple of hours for a reasonable price. Top marks all round - thanks Des!
Electrician at Self employed electrical engineer
Came out short notice. Managed to squeeze me in. Due to short notice of getting room plastered 3 days later. Had 4 double plugs put in. In chrome like I wanted. They were professional and cleaned up after themselves. Will definitely use again
Trading since 2001. T M Services ( Tony ) specialise in all electrical works and is a city and guilds qualified electrician, fully insured and Part P registered. T M Services also undertake all aspects of bathroom and kitchen design and installation, as well as tiling. Along with any other plumbing works you may need doing. To view a selection of works recently finished please visit our Facebook page
We are a limited business local to blackpool, friendly, trustworthy and reliable in the trade. We offer a range of services available to the end user ie. Roofing/flat roof/ re-roof. We have 40 years experience so feel free to have a look at the reviews on our page and ask any questions. Yours faithfully Mark
Great team. Fast and efficient. Great job done in what was not the best weather. They powered through and were a great help solving my roofing issues. Would highly recommend.
Welcome to Certified Group Limited, We are a sister company to Certified Gas Heating Ltd. Started of as a dedicated and driven apprentice who started working within the plumbing trade from the age of 15. Established in 2012, We are a fast growing company accommodating your plumbing, heating and gas utilities effectively. Over the years we have started to offer other services which include: Electrical, renewables, drainage, carpentry, roofing, property renovations and kitchen extensions hence the reason for the name change as it fits our image at present. We at Certfied group are known for being professional, organised and enthusiastic at all times. We are approved contractors rated a “5 Star company for quality services” on Which Trusted Trader, Trust Pilot and other platforms. We at Certified group have a fantastic reputation for our hard work, performance, quality and efficiency. We are based in Greenwich SE10 London and cover whole of the capital and surrounding areas. We offer a 24/7 emergency services, Landlord safety certificates, Central heating and boiler installations, Breakdowns, Repairs, Power flush and more.
Great experience with Aziz and team. They provide lots of advice and a detailed quote before starting any works. The work was quick and efficient and they were super tidy throughout the whole process. All works were completed to a high standard and we are so happy with our newly installed radiators. Thanks again for the amazing effort
A friendly competitive company. Check out my customers testimonials. Please call for a no obligation quote from the smallest plumbing job to complete bathroom refit.
Did a great job and came very quickly. Very friendly and left no mess.
Domestic electrical company covering Edinburgh and The Lothians . SELECT registered 18th Edition electricians . Reliable , trustworthy and quality of work all carried out to a high standard.
Quick and efficient did a grand job, cleaned up after , love my new induction hob
We are a new company with 15 years of experience in the industry we undertake all domestic and commercial work to a high standard we are very punctual and polite clean and tidy and always just a phone call away
Really quick to get the work sorted and was done to a high standard. Personable and friendly. Would recommend and will likely use again.
I bring many years of experience to each job that I undertake. I specialise in all aspects of bathroom installation and maintenance. My ratings show the efforts I make to give complete satisfaction at an unbeatable price.
Friendly and reliable. Top work we would well recommend we will be using again thank you
Here at AK Electrical Services, our team of Electricians focus has always been on giving our clients the best possible experience in electrical construction and residential electrician services. We take our integrity seriously, because we care about having a positive impact on the communities we serve. NAPIT/ STROMA CERTIFICATION -17th Edition City & Guilds -18th Edition City & Guilds -Electrical installations 2382 City & Guilds -Fundamental Inspection, Testing & Initial Verification 2392 City & Guilds -Building Regulations for Electrical Installations 2393 City & Guilds - PART P Registered
Very helpfully and professional, would recommend
We take on most of interior house jobs.Including kitchen and bathroom fit.Plumbing,flooring,painting. Carpentry jobs.All small jobs also considered. Home maintenance and handy jobs. We do Plastering as well as exterior render and painting.
Covering South-West London, Surrey and surrounding counties, we are a well-established and dynamic company offering a full range of electrical services. We represent quality, reliability, flexibility, responsiveness, fair and fixed prices.
Marcin, Daniel and the team were great to work with. Good communications, really understood what we were looking for and trying to do. I would highly recommend them!
Hi im James I run an established Garden an Landscaping company, I have 17 years experience, I Design and Build Gardens. take a look through my photos to see what I do. I pride myself on great communication skills. Based in North London
James and his team were brilliant - punctual, neat and very nice, and they have transformed our back garden with great work and lovely ideas. I would really recommend them.
I have 20 years of experience,fully qualified with all resent qualifications, I specialise in domestic electrical installations through the north west london area. I done training in an electrical academy years ago where I achieved my qualifications. qualified
Efficient and friendly service. Repair to my garden power supply was done well.
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