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Power gone out or sparks flying from your sockets? We're here to help you find a qualified and reliable local emergency electrician near you fast.

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How to find a reliable local emergency electrician near you

When facing urgent electrical issues, you need a reliable emergency electrician, and you need them fast.

Here's how to find the best, most reliable local emergency electricians in your area:

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Read reviews from real customers to get a sense of their experience with different local emergency electricians.

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What do local emergency electricians do?

Here are some of the key jobs that an experienced local emergency call out electrician will deal with:

• Power outages, tripped circuits and blown fuses

• Sparking or smoking appliances/outlets

• Burning smells from electrical equipment

• Damaged consumer units (fuse boxes)

• Electrical fires

• Emergency lighting repairs

• Electrical shock incidents

Emergency electrician call out charges: what to expect

Working outside of standard hours, an emergency electrician will usually charge a call-out fee to cover the cost of their travel and the time to inspect the problem.

Here are some average estimated costs:

• Standard electrician hourly rate – £45 - £60 per hour

• Emergency electrician hourly rate – £80 - £100 per hour

In addition to this, they'll usually charge an additional cost to remedy the situation, which should include materials and labour.

Want to know more about prices? Read our guide to electrician costs, which contains more detailed information to help you budget for the job.

FAQs

When do I need a local emergency electrician?

Call an emergency call out electrician immediately if you're experiencing any of these issues:

• A malfunctioning electrical system

• Burning smells, smoke, or sparks coming from your cables or switches

• Burnt outlets or brown stains on your sockets

• Noises coming from your fuse box

• Receiving an electric shock from an appliance or outlet

• Power outages caused by overloaded circuits

• Extreme weather events such as storms or flooding

You might find it useful to read our guide to common electrical faults in UK homes.

How quickly will a local emergency electrician arrive?

Many electrical companies offer 24/7 call out services, which means they'll prioritise your urgent job and get the nearest available electrician sent to the job.

It's tricky to give an exact timeframe, as factors such as your location and how long it takes the electrician to reach you, will influence the response time.

However, you should be given an ETA by the call handler so you know when to expect help to arrive.

How long will the electrical repair take?

The time it takes to fix an electrical problem varies from case to case. Some problems can be diagnosed within an hour but complex issues will take longer.

The most important thing is your safety. An experienced local emergency electrician will work swiftly and efficiently to ensure the electrical hazard is diagnosed and fixed.