Find an emergency electrician near me

Emergency electricians deal with urgent electrical faults that pose a safety risk or cause power loss.

If you’re facing sparks, burning smells, tripped circuits, or a sudden outage, finding help quickly matters.

Here, you'll discover how to find an emergency electrician near you, what they handle, typical costs, and the key questions to ask before you hire.

How to find an emergency electrician near you

1. Search your postcode

Type in your postcode to see the emergency electricians working in your area — whether you're in Cardiff, Coventry, Chester, or any other part of the UK.

2. Compare options

View company profiles, look for availability, call-out response times, and experience with urgent faults.

3. Request quotes

Explain the issue on our quick request a quote form and a selection of our checked tradespeople will be in touch directly with quotes.

4. Use the Checkatrade app

Make contact directly through our app, track messages, quotes, and updates all in one handy place.

Find emergency electricians near you with Checkatrade

Only tradespeople who pass our checks and commit to upholding the Checkatrade Standard appear in our listings. That means you can feel more confident when hiring — especially when you need help fast.

To find checked electricians offering emergency call-outs in your area, enter your postcode and press search.

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Why might you need an emergency electrician?

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

• Sudden power loss or repeated tripping

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

• Burnt outlets or brown stains on your sockets

• Noises coming from your fuse box (consumer unit)

• Electric shocks from an appliance or outlet

• Power outages caused by overloaded circuits

• Flood or storm damage affecting electrics

• Electrical fires or emergency lighting failures

What can you expect from an emergency electrician call-out?

Step 1: Immediate safety checks

Your electrician will isolate the fault and make the situation safe.

Step 2: Fault diagnosis

They will identify the cause using testing equipment, checking circuits, wiring, and connected appliances.

Step 3: Temporary or permanent repair

Where possible, the issue is fixed immediately. If further work is needed, next steps will be explained clearly.

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, your electrician will usually charge an additional cost to fix the problem, which should include materials and labour.

Read our guide to electrician costs for more detailed pricing information.

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Questions to ask before you hire

• Are you available for emergency call-outs right now?

• What is your estimated arrival time?

• Is there a call-out charge?

• What is included in the initial inspection?

• Can the repair usually be completed on the same visit?

• Will I receive confirmation of any follow-up work needed?

On Checkatrade, you'll only find trades who meet our high standards and pass up to 12 checks.

Why use Checkatrade to find an emergency electrician near you?

• Checked - Every Checkatrade member must pass up to 12 checks and commit to upholding the Checkatrade Standard

• Reviewed - Over 6.2 million reviews have been published on Checkatrade on everything from communication, tidiness, timekeeping, and quality of work

• Guaranteed - Jobs booked through Checkatrade are covered up to £1,000 (T&Cs apply)

Request a quote, search in the Checkatrade app, or enter your postcode below to find an emergency electrician near you.

FAQs about emergency electrician services

When do I need an emergency electrician?

You should call an emergency electrician if there are sparks, smoke, burning smells, electric shocks, or sudden power loss that could pose a safety risk.

How quickly can an emergency electrician arrive?

Response times vary by location, but many emergency electricians offer 24/7 call-outs and provide an estimated arrival time when you book.

How long does an emergency electrical repair take?

Some electrical faults can be diagnosed and fixed within an hour, while more complex issues may take longer or require follow-up work.

Is it worth calling an emergency electrician?

Yes. Urgent electrical faults can be dangerous, and fast diagnosis from an emergency electrician helps prevent injury, fire risk, and further damage.

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