"Auto electrician examining a car's electrical system in an automotive workshop."
"Auto electrician examining a car's electrical system in an automotive workshop."

Find experienced local auto electricians in Lancashire Preston

Fill a short form and get free quotes from auto electrical services nearby

For all auto electrical services

  • Alternator replacement
  • Headlight bulb replacement
  • Car speaker installation
  • Starter motors
  • Car electrical repair
  • ...or anything else
It only takes 2 minutes. And it's free.
Up to 50% cheaper than franchise dealers
No job too big or small
Free insurance coverage
Secure cashless payments
Same day or next day service at no extra cost

What is Airtasker?

Post your task

Post your task

Tell us what you need, it's FREE to post.

Review offers

Review offers

Get offers from trusted Taskers and view profiles.

Get it done

Get it done

Choose the right person for your task and get it done.

What does an auto electrician do?

Warning lights on your dash or flickering headlights may indicate an electrical issue, or perhaps your car just won’t start. Fortunately, many auto electrical businesses offer a mobile service to ensure you’re not left stranded on the side of the road if something unexpected happens. 

Here are some common issues that an auto electrician can help with:

Engine electrics and brakes

It’s important to act on any warning lights on your dash, especially your anti-lock braking system (ABS) to fix any issues before they become unsafe. Firstly, your auto technician will use a diagnostics machine to review the health of your battery, alternator, and starter motor. 

A flat battery can be the cause of many electrical issues but fortunately, they’re easily replaced. However, if your battery isn’t holding charge, your auto technician will consider whether the alternator (which charges the battery when the car is running) is working. The starter motor may be the problem if your car won’t start, and this can either be repaired or replaced. An auto electrician can complete checks on fuel pumps and your electronic fuel injection (EFI) system to repair or improve your car’s engine. 

Car electrics

Having trouble with auto electrics such as central locking, cruise control, windscreen wipers, power windows and mirrors? Your auto technician will check for blown fuses or short circuits to isolate and fix the problem.

Lighting systems

Functioning lighting systems are required for safety and legal reasons, so it’s important to have any issues fixed quickly. Lighting issues are often associated with the battery and alternator. 

Car security systems

Keep your vehicle safe and secure with a car alarm and immobiliser installed by a qualified auto electrician. An alarm acts as a deterrent to car thieves and an immobiliser ensures the engine won’t start if entry is gained to the vehicle. Plus, installing a dash cam and reversing camera is another smart safety and security measure.

Emergency roadside assistance

If you find yourself stranded with a car that won’t start, a mobile automotive electrician near you can help you get back on the road sooner. Their vehicle is fully-equipped with the necessary tools to diagnose the problem, so they can repair many issues on the spot. For any complex problems, you’ll need to arrange a tow truck to take your vehicle to a safe location for further work.

To meet your other auto-related needs, check out the following:

Recent Auto Electricians tasks in Lancashire Preston

Check/replace battery

£40

Holme Slack, Lancashire

12th Feb 2024

Parked up in driveway and switched ignition off. When got out of car I noticed the fan was still on which was unusual. nNext morninhg tried to start car but no electrics of any sort not even remote key. Assuming battery problem but cannot test it.

Battery compartment needs fixing

£10

Preston, Lancashire

4th Dec 2023

Toy for my daughter with special needs the battery compartments rusty and one of the coils corroded - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 17 December 2023

Installation of my car reversing camera and monitor

£50

Gallows Hill, Lancashire

11th Sep 2023

I need you install my car reversing camera how much you charging - Due date: Flexible

Car radio installation

£100

Clayton Green, Lancashire

7th Sep 2023

Install car radio and reversing camera - Due date: Flexible

Lcd and reverse camera

£30

Fishwick, Lancashire

7th Aug 2023

Honda jazz 2004 , install LCD and reverse camera - Due date: Flexible

Glow plug replacement

£130

Preston, Lancashire

29th Jul 2023

I need the glow plugs in a Renault Trafic replacing. - Due date: Before Wednesday, 2 August 2023

Remove broken glow plug

£150

Holme Slack, Lancashire

24th Jul 2023

Saab 93 1.9 tdi 2007 glow plug broken inside engine head . - Due date: Flexible

Possible auto electrical fault causing battery to drain

£50

Riverside Docklands, Lancashire

10th Jul 2023

Old Mercedes C200 K Saloon. 2006. 43 000 miles. Car refuses to start frequently, almost every day. BMG Diagnostic test done. Battery test OK. Alternator test OK. CONCLUSION: Possible electrical fault causing battery to drain. - Due date: Flexible

Car electrics

£50

Maudlands, Lancashire

24th May 2023

Astra drivers electric window not working suspect wiring - Due date: Flexible

Broken glow plug

£250

Preston, Lancashire

26th Mar 2023

The glow plug in number 1 has broken in place, this cannot be removed as the head of the glow plug has broken off - Due date: Flexible

Auto electrician

£100

Higher Walton, Lancashire

30th Jul 2022

Car broke down, won’t start. Electrical burning smell at front of car, possibly alternator? - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 30 July 2022

My rear parking sensors stopped working

£100

Holme Slack, Lancashire

11th Jun 2022

My Audi A3 (2011 model) rear parking sensor stopped working - Due date: Flexible

Reverse Camera bmw 4 series gran coupe 66 reg

£450

Frenchwood, Lancashire

2nd Apr 2022

I’m looking for somebody to supply and fit a reverse camera to my bmw 4 series gran coupe. The car is a 66 reg (2016). The car doesn't have a touch screen - Due date: Flexible

Rear parking sensors

£120

Lea, Lancashire

27th Jan 2022

Rear parking sensors fitted for 2016 Ford Focus - Due date: Flexible

Reversing camera installed

£150

Preston, Lancashire

23rd Jan 2022

Reversing camera installed in Ford Focus, doesn't have reversing sensors fitted. - Due date: Flexible

Dash cam hard wire installation

£50

Deepdale, Lancashire

5th Dec 2021

need dashcam hard wire installation - Due date: Flexible

Rear view camera

£150

Preston, Lancashire

29th Nov 2021

Instalación rear view camera in renault captur 2016 - Due date: Flexible

I need reversing camera installation

£170

Preston, Lancashire

20th Feb 2021

I have a mondeo 2017 stline and want a reverse camera installed to my unit

I need car stereo installation

£100

Bamber Bridge, Lancashire

5th Jan 2021

I have a VW POLO 2010 and I want to purchase a touchscreen, instead of the radio that I’ve got in now.

I need parking sensor installation

£5

Preston, Lancashire

18th Dec 2020

Parking sensors not working!