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If you need a fresh new set of lights fitted in your home, your safest option is to hire a qualified electrician who offers lighting design in your location. And with Checkatrade, you’re in the right place to start searching.Â
Pop your postcode into the search tool, and in an instant we’ll show you the lighting electricians that operate in your area. It only takes a few minutes to find a tradesperson who works locally to you.
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1. Search your postcode
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3. Get in touch
Use our request-a-quote feature to get a selection of quotes from electricians in your area, helping you compare options like-for-like.
4. Use the Checkatrade app
Keep all your messages and quotes in one place and track progress from first enquiry to finished install.
What does a lighting electrician do?
A lighting electrician installs, repairs, and upgrades interior and exterior light fittings, from ceiling lights and downlights to outdoor and garden lighting.
They can also advise on rewiring if your existing circuit can't support a new fixture.
What to look for in a lighting electrician
Check reviews, ask for recommendations, compare quotes and confirm qualifications before you hire a lighting electrician. Wiring and fitting a light fixture involves several steps, and working with electricity can be dangerous, so it's worth hiring an experienced electrician rather than doing it yourself.
A DIY light fixture replacement is only advisable if you have the skills, tools, and experience. For the best result and a safe installation, hire a qualified lighting electrician.
Follow our tips to find the best local electrician for the job.
Read reviews
Customer feedback is one of the best ways to check a tradesperson's reputation and work quality. Spend time reading genuine customer reviews before hiring an electrician to install or repair your light fixtures.
On Checkatrade, you'll only find reviews from real people about real jobs.
Ask for recommendations
Do you know someone who's recently hired an electrician? If so, ask about their experience, and whether they'll share the tradesperson's contact details.
Cross-check any recommendation against our directory: only electricians who pass up to 12 checks are listed on Checkatrade.
Get multiple quotes
Compare a selection of quotes from checked lighting electricians near you. Avoid tradespeople charging rates that are much higher or lower than the local average.
Check qualifications
You'll need to hire a qualified electrician to install interior and exterior lighting. Common qualifications and certifications for UK electricians include:
Level 3 NVQ in electrical installation
ECA, Electrical Contractors Association
NAPIT, National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers
ELECSA / NICEIC, National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting
A reputable electrician will happily answer any questions you have about their qualifications and experience.
How much does a lighting electrician cost near me?
A lighting design plan for a 3-bed house costs £2,650 on average, and most lighting electricians and designers charge around £65 per hour.
A full lighting design and installation can run up to £5,000 at the top end.
For a full cost breakdown, read our full lighting design cost guide.
Lighting renovation and design costs (2026 price guide)
Whether you're renovating a single room, extending your property or planning a whole-house refurbishment, a well-designed lighting scheme can make each space feel brighter, warmer and more practical to use. Discover the cost of hiring a lighting designer in your area.
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Lighting electricians FAQs
A lighting electrician typically charges around £65 an hour plus materials. Costs vary with the type of work, the fitting, job complexity, and your location.
Yes, electricians work with interior and exterior lighting fixtures and circuits. A qualified electrician can fix a faulty light, replace damaged wires, or change LED or halogen bulbs.
You can replace light fittings yourself only if you have the skills and experience to do it safely. Working with electricity carries real risk, so hiring a qualified electrician is recommended, since you'll need to remove the old fitting, mount the new fixture, and connect the wires to the circuit correctly.
Yes, if they show signs of damage such as flickering, shorting, or damaged wires. Replacing them can improve your home's lighting, its safety, and its energy efficiency.
A handyman can handle very basic, non-wired fixture swaps. Any job involving rewiring or new circuits should be performed by a qualified electrician for safety and compliance reasons.
If the job turns out to be bigger than a straightforward swap, it's worth bringing in an electrician - and if you're combining it with ceiling repairs, a plasterer or handyman/handywoman can help finish the job.
