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Excellent service from start to finish from Daniel. Quick and professional
Alex
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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Warmserve Services Ltd is a local company offering a wide range of heating, plumbing and electrical services that was founded in 2011. We are a team of 24 heating engineers/plumbers and 12 electricians, serving customers in all SA & CF postcodes. We are small enough to offer a personal service but large enough to carry out work quickly and efficiently. We operate a 24 hour service for emergencies for all customers domestic and commercial. The company is run from our office in Llansamlet, Swansea where we have a small admin team of 8 that deal with all enquiries and manage all jobs. Our dedication to customer satisfaction and quality work has seen the business grow from one man in a van to a recognised and respected heating and electrical company in South Wales which covers over 70% of heating home emergency claims. Warmserve covers all plumbing and mechanical services for domestic & commercial, Gas, LPG, Oil, Solid Fuel, Renewables, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Drainage, Bathroom Installations and plumbing maintenance. Warmserve are able to accept credit & debit cards and also finance. Warmserve is registered with accreditation’s: Gas Safe Register OFTEC NICEIC HETAS REFCOM F-Gas TrustMark Safe Contractor Which? approved
excellent work could not do enough for you
Ethan from Er electrical over 13 years experience I carry out all aspects of electrical
Quick responder, turned up as agreed, really lovely guy and completed the job quickly and professionally. Thank you Ethan ! Highly reccommend
Electrician with 19 years of experience on commercial and domestic projects across the UK including projects like Birmingham Library and The Shard in London. Works undertaken range from; General Electrical installation Fire Alarm Cctv Security systems Data systems Lighting Design And more.... Friendly and helpful and will always make sure you are 100% happy with any works carried out.
David was brilliant. Will be hiring him for all my electrical jobs from now on!
Langside Building ltd are a small family based Building company, offering a full range of buiding services. We pride ourselves in customer satisfaction and aim to please. From small maintenance jobs to kitchens bathrooms and full refurbishment Of interior and exteriors we pride ourselves on leaving quality work and outstanding customer service.We like to think once we have undertaken works for any customer we would have your business for as long as you need us. there is a full list of trades we cover on our rated peoples site and many reviews and references ,please don't hesitate to check our work references on the rated people site. We look forward to hearing from you Regards Thomas Sidey We cover ALL aspects of building, conversions and maintenance
Hi, My name is Lee and I have been an Electrician for just touching 25 years, I have been lucky enouhg to cover all aspects of Electrical work, I'm reliable, prompt, clean and very reasonably priced, but most of all, I wont let you down.
Quick to respond, job well done by friendly and efficient electrician. Would recommend.
KFT Electrical and Refurbishments Cover all aspects of electrics So if you are in need of: New or replacements Fault finding Sockets/lights Extractor fan/towel radiators Rewire Smoke alarm Outdoor lighting/sockets Etc As well as all aspects of refurbishments and renovations. Give us a call for a quick but professional quote. No job too big or too small
Very proficient
We are a well established electrical contracting company with over 40 years of experience. We can carry out work for individuals and also companies. 24hour call outs are available All domestic work can be undertaken
Talked to Steve on the phone, he sent a couple of capable lads the same day. After investigation, what looked like a small problem turned out to be bigger. The lads were thorough, polite and cleaned up the area well at the end. The price seemed reasonable to me for the amount of labour and expertise involved.
Welcome to Pros Home Remakers we are a family run busines, based in Meadows NG2, proudly serving customers in Nottingham and the surrounding areas of the East Midlands. We offer a complete range of building services for our clients. With our expertise and experience, we deliver exceptional results in every building project we undertake, we have the skills and knowledge to bring your vision to life We offer the following services *Kitchen fitting *bathroom fitting *Painting *tiling *byfold doors *fire doors installation *roofing *extensions *electrical *handyman *partition walls And more.
Very happy with the person the work and the pricing. Will hire again. Thank you
Aspray South West Thames manage property damage insurance claims. We act on behalf of the policyholder, negotiation the claim with the insurance company, then project manage the reinstatement works from start to finish.
Job done professionally and in a timely manner. Excellent Service.
I’ve been in the industry for 15 years. I’ve completed thousands of jobs to a high standard. I am a gold card approved electrician. I am up to date with the regulations. I work very hard for customer satisfaction.
Arron and his colleague did a fantastic job and cleaned up so you wouldn’t even know they’d been. Highly recommend ????
Professional, Reliable, friendly tradesman with over 20 years experience. Competitive rates, all work is insured and guaranteed and done to a very high standard. Please check out my ratings. Regards James
Thorough and quick. Found the fault and corrected it. Great Electrician.
NICEIC Approved Electrician's with I.D shown upon visit. Contact us for a free quote. All work Guaranted ! No call out charges ! What we cover : •Additional Sockets •Circuit Board Installs •Circuit Breaker Repairs/Replacement •Complete & Partial Rewiring •Consumer Unit Replacements •Cooker Points •Domestic Appliances •Door Entry Systems •Earthing Ports & Protective Bonding •Electric Boilers •Electric Car Chargers •Electric Heaters •Electric Radiators •Electrical Fault Finding •Electrical Repairs •Emergency 24 Hour Service •Emergency Lighting •External Lighting •Fire Alarm Installation/ Maintenance •Fuse Box Replacements •Fused Spurs •Garden Lighting •Heating Controls •Immersion Heaters •Lighting Control Systems •Lighting Design •Lighting Installations •Lighting Repair •Lighting-Low Voltage •Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) •Power Shower Installations •Rewiring •Security Lighting •Sockets •Switches •Testing & Inspections •Towel Rails •Transformers •Tripping Circuits •Water Heaters Don't hesitate to contact us , we are just one phone call away !
Beat the other quotes, and got it all done in one day with no issues. Very friendly and open. Much recommended!
Job Done has over 15 years experience providing a full range of services. We’re a one stop shop for garden renovations from design to completion. We employ a close team of specialists in their chosen fields,to cater to your specific needs.
Hardly worth commenting as no one contacted me.
Electrical contractor/installater with 14 years experience, covering East, West Sussex & Kent. Specialise in LED lighting installations. Associated to NAPIT (National Association of Professional Inspectors & testers). re-wires - partial & full, upgrades etc, ongoing maintenance contracts . Working to 18th edition BS7671 Amendment 2 (current version) NEST PRO Installer Electric vehicle charge point installer IOSH Managing safely NEBOSH NGC Scott Podmore TMIET
Most prompt and efficient -- job done. A really nice person, who advised on what would be suitable for my requirement and executed same day. What service, at a sensible price.
Kevan McGuire Services offers Aerial and Satellite, Gardening, Fencing, Slabbing etc, Home maintenance, Ground work. We also have professional hand car wash and valeting services located within our business premises.
Excellent service
Electrical contractor based in Portsmouth covering the south coast area. We take on all aspects of electrical installation and maintenance work, big or small. From Replacement switches to full rewiring of properties. Happy to offer quotes and advice free of charge.
Quality,reliable and customer focused company. 18 th edition qualified & Niceic registered. 30 years in the trade and lots of experience in all aspects of electrical work from domestic rewires, shops,offices and factories. Small and large jobs undertaken and all completed to the highest of standards.
Carl came on time and replaced my faulty fire alarms. Excellent service and I would recommend
A very professional Electrical company who thrive off perfect presentation and quality work.
Helpful polite and quick response. Unfortunately the three jobs we needed doing were not possible to fix on the first call out and we've decided to go elsewhere for the work to be done so I can't really rate the work.
ZJ Electrical Services LTD
Emergency Electrician
Experience I have over 12 years of experience in the industry. I have worked on projects of all sizes and complexity, from small residential installations to large commercial and industrial projects. I strive to deliver high-quality work that is cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Services: New installations Maintenance Upgrades Inspection and Testing including Electrical installation condition reports (EICR) Electrical vehicle chargers Solar installations Smart lighting Electric underfloor heating Fuseboard changes
Profile We are a reliable and conscientious company that takes pride in carrying out work to the highest standard with excellent attention to detail and for reasonable costs. We would be willing to discuss any scopes of work if required with a view to agreeing the best results. Areas of work undertaken 1. Painting & Decorating 2. Handyman 3. Removals 4. Property cleaning We have worked on a number of large projects including the re-decoration of domestic properties. All aspects of my work include internal & external decorating. I can also perform ad-hock task such as assembling of flat packed goods such as wardrobes, tables e.t.c. Enquire within for further details or if you have some work which you need done. With the experience of renovation work for number of people and connections with other tradesman, we are also looking for investors to do property flips as joint venture projects. If interested please get in touch.
Brilliant job, thank you! Will happily use again and again.
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