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A night electrician provides emergency electrical repairs outside normal working hours, including evenings, overnight, weekends and bank holidays.

If you've lost power late at night, your consumer unit keeps tripping, or you've noticed sparks, burning smells or another electrical fault, finding trusted local tradespeople quickly can help make your home safe again.

Here, you'll discover how to find trusted night electricians near you, what out-of-hours call-outs involve, typical costs, and the key questions to ask before you hire.

How to find experienced night electricians near you

Electrical problems rarely happen at a convenient time. Whether it's late in the evening, the middle of the night or a bank holiday, here's how to find help quickly.

1. Search your postcode

Enter your postcode to browse checked night electricians working in your area, whether you're in Nottingham, Newcastle, Norwich or anywhere else in the UK.

2. Compare options

Read verified reviews from real jobs, check availability for out-of-hours call-outs and look for experience with emergency electrical faults.

3. Request quotes

Use our request-a-quote tool to receive responses from electricians covering your area, making it easier to compare availability, prices and what's included.

4. Use the Checkatrade app

Manage enquiries, messages, quotes and bookings all in one place using the Checkatrade app.

Find night electricians working in your area with Checkatrade

Electrical faults can be stressful enough during the day. When they happen late at night, it's reassuring to know help is available.

Only tradespeople who pass our rigorous checks and commit to upholding the Checkatrade Standard appear in our listings. That means you can compare trusted local electricians with verified reviews from real jobs before deciding who to hire.

"Thank you A&B Electrics! Replied to my job post almost instantly and came out the same day I called to help my Nan and got the job done swiftly. Very courteous and great work - thank you!"

Verified review, A&B Electrical Services, (Location EN11)

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Why might you need a night electrician?

People often search for a night electrician or out-of-hours electrician when an electrical fault can't safely wait until the morning.

Common reasons include:

• A complete loss of power that can't be restored at the consumer unit

• The consumer unit repeatedly tripping

• Burning smells, sparks or smoke from sockets or switches

• Electric shocks from appliances or outlets

• Flooding or burst pipes affecting electrics

• Lights flickering throughout your property

• A damaged socket or exposed wiring creating a safety risk

• Power loss affecting medical equipment, heating or security systems

What happens during a night electrician call-out?

Step 1: Making the property safe

Your electrician will first identify any immediate safety risks and isolate the affected circuit if necessary.

Step 2: Diagnosing the fault

Using specialist testing equipment, they'll investigate the cause of the problem, checking wiring, sockets, lighting circuits, appliances and your consumer unit.

Step 3: Repairing the problem

Where possible, the fault will be repaired during the same visit. If replacement parts or more extensive work are needed, they'll explain your options and advise whether any temporary safety measures are required.

Step 4: Testing the installation

Once repairs are complete, the electrical installation will be tested to confirm it's safe and working correctly.

How much does a night electrician cost?

Night electrician costs are typically higher than standard daytime rates because you're paying for an out-of-hours or emergency call-out.

On average, electricians charge between £80–£100 per hour for night callouts. This rate will likely be the same for weekends and public holidays.

By comparison, an electrician's hourly daytime rate is usually between £45–£60.

Some electricians also charge a separate call-out fee, particularly overnight or on bank holidays.

What affects the cost?

The final cost will depend on several factors, including:

• Time of day

• Whether it's an evening, overnight or bank holiday call-out

• Complexity of the fault

• Replacement parts required

• Length of the repair

• Your location

Where possible, when comparing quotes, check whether the call-out fee includes fault diagnosis, labour and any replacement parts.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Ignoring repeated circuit trips and simply resetting the breaker

• Continuing to use sockets that smell burnt or feel hot

• Attempting electrical repairs without the appropriate qualifications

• Choosing solely on the lowest call-out fee

• Delaying urgent faults until the next working day when they could pose a safety risk

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Questions to ask before hiring a night electrician

• Are you available for emergency call-outs tonight?

• What is your estimated arrival time?

• Is there a call-out charge and what does it include?

• Can you usually complete repairs during the first visit?

• If replacement parts are needed, will you be able to source and fit them immediately?

• Will you test the installation before leaving?

• Are you registered with a Competent Person Scheme such as NICEIC or NAPIT?

• Will I receive an Electrical Installation Certificate or Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate if required?

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

"I have an electric boiler and the hot water stopped working all of a sudden. Called a few other tradesmen and they were quoting quite frankly ridiculous prices....then along came Mark. From the get go, he was so genuine and kind and because he was in my area, rather than me wait til weekend was over, he offered to come and check what the issue was before even quoting a price. He was so kind, and managed to fix the issue right there and then...he's honestly a shining example of what every tradespeople should be and is definitely going to be my go-to electrician now. Superb tradesman."

Verified review, Mark Sparks Electrical, (Location SL3)

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Whether you need a 24-hour electrician, an emergency electrician or an out-of-hours electrical call-out, request a quote, search in the Checkatrade app, or enter your postcode below to find trusted night electricians working in your area.

FAQs about night electricians

Is a night electrician the same as an emergency electrician?

Usually, yes. A night electrician provides emergency electrical services outside normal working hours, including evenings, overnight, weekends and bank holidays. Some electricians also offer scheduled evening appointments for non-urgent work.

When should I call a night electrician?

You should call a night electrician if there's a fault that could affect safety or can't wait until the next working day. This includes burning smells, sparks, repeated circuit trips, complete power loss, electric shocks or flood-damaged electrics.

How quickly can a night electrician arrive?

Response times vary depending on your location and demand, but many night electricians aim to attend within one to two hours. They'll normally give you an estimated arrival time when you call.

How much does a night electrician charge?

Night electricians typically charge around £80–£100 per hour, although costs vary depending on the time, location and nature of the fault. Some electricians also charge a separate emergency call-out fee.

Is it safe to wait until the morning?

If there's a burning smell, smoke, sparks, exposed wiring or repeated electrical faults, it's safest to contact a night electrician immediately. If the issue isn't an immediate safety concern, the electrician can advise whether it can wait until normal working hours.

Do out-of-hours electricians need to be qualified?

Yes. Night electricians should hold the same qualifications and registrations as electricians working during normal hours. Look for electricians registered with a Competent Person Scheme such as NICEIC or NAPIT.

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