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Jo was friendly whilst remaining professional and went beyond to ensure the job was done. There was no doubt in his capability to do the work as he just got straight into it without procrastination. He worked tidily and was focused until the job was done. Very happy with outcome. Thank you

Replace showerhead mixer unit, non electric.

£120

Really good experience, I would use Metin again

Need electric sockets tested

£50

Excellent job done, quick and affective. Josh connected my electric cooker to the mains socket. Highly recommend.

Electrician needed to connect electric cooker to mains socket.

£75

Efficient, knowledgeable, and friendly, would definitely recommend!

Electrical socket repositioning

£60

The professional service was fantastic and on time. I am really happy with Mohammed's service. I will be more than happy to hire him again in the future. Thanks a lot.

Fix/replace smoke alarm + sink leak

£55

Great work - very satisfied.

Replace smoke alarm

£100

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The requirements for electrical work depend on the specific task and relevant safety regulations. For some electrical tasks, you may be required to hire a qualified electrician, especially if the work involves intricate equipment or high-voltage systems. This is to ensure optimum safety and avoid any injuries or accidents. If you do need a registered electrician, make sure to confirm their relevant licence and certificates.

It depends on the scope and inclusions of the service you need. Typically, electrical installation or repairs in a residential area take several hours, but are usually completed within the day. Industrial or commercial electrical works, on the other hand, may take a little longer since they require a wider variety of services and follow stringent safety regulations. In case your sparky needs to revisit your property the next day, they can coordinate the details with you straight away.

Experts recommend having your electrical wiring and components inspected at least every three to five years. For landlords, it is also good practice to have the property’s electrics checked between tenancies. A more frequent inspection is encouraged for commercial and industrial premises. Since they have higher energy consumption, they are more susceptible to early degradation and failures. For optimal safety, you can also arrange at least an annual inspection.

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses the safety and condition of your electrical wiring. Commercial and industrial businesses are also often required to have an EICR to meet health and safety regulations. It is issued following a thorough inspection by a qualified and competent electrician.

Electricians often provide virtually any electrical repair service. They can adjust wiring, do rewirings, and handle replacements. Some of the most common issues that they can resolve include a sparking fuse, frequent surges, and flickering lights. They also handle repairs for electrical equipment and generators, appliances, and other fixtures.

Definitely! Taskers' services are not limited to electrical-related problems. If you don't have the time or skills to complete some of your DIY household tasks, we can also connect you with a trustworthy handyman who can help! There's no task that is too big or too small. You can hire them to install carpets, curtains, and fix broken appliances or furniture. You can also commission them for wallpapering, bricklaying, and other building and construction tasks.

The rates for hiring an electrician near you can range from £45 to £60 per hour, depending on their skill level, speciality, urgency, and your location. 

The type of electrical work can also influence costs. Standard electrical work, like installations and wiring repairs, falls within the average range. For example, rates for downlight installation can range from £60 to £350. Specialised services can cost more; for instance, solar panel installation can cost £1,500 to £9,000

You should also consider call-out fees, as many local electricians charge a call-out fee to cover travel costs. 

It’s always best to call qualified electricians when you notice any of the signs below:

  • Unusual burning smells or smoke from sockets, appliances, or consumer units
  • Sparks or electrical arcing from sockets, switches, and appliances
  • Fallen power lines
  • Electrical shocks from appliances, switches, and sockets
  • Frequent tripping of circuit breakers or blown fuses
  • Persistent flickering lights
  • Buzzing sounds from sockets or switches

Hiring a good electrician near you is not only for electrical fixes; you can also get their services for installations and upgrades, such as:

  • Consumer unit upgrades
  • High-power appliance installations
  • Light installations
  • Wiring for home automation or security systems

It is strongly advised against doing electrical work on your own unless you have the right qualifications for the job, as there are significant safety and legal implications involved in doing electrical work.

If you don’t have the right certifications or licence, there are only a few tasks that you can do safely, such as changing light bulbs or resetting a tripped circuit breaker. Any work beyond these basic tasks should be left to qualified electricians.

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What do electrician services include?

Local electrical contractors can handle all electrical projects, whether for residential, commercial, or industrial properties. If you are building from scratch, they can help construct an efficient electrical framework for you. They can also establish new electrical wiring and control panels, and test the electrical flow for your safety. 

As for existing properties, electricians can routinely maintain, repair, and upgrade your power systems whenever needed. They can also handle electrical equipment and machinery for factories and manufacturing plants. Here is a better overview of electrical services you can book:

Domestic electrician near me

Electrical safety is paramount when it comes to your home, and that's when residential electricians play a vital role. They follow safety regulations and make sure that all electrical components and control panels, including electrical wiring and cables, are in good condition to avoid any incidents that could put you and your family at risk.

Domestic electricians can establish power points and switches to support your household appliances. They can also assist with installing various electrical appliances such as electric heaters and showers, in case you're looking to upgrade or planning a renovation. All while ensuring they follow all building regulations.

Commercial electrician near me

Not to be confused with domestic electricians, commercial electricians are mostly involved in large-scale projects for buildings and various businesses like restaurants, hotels, and corporate offices. Depending on your establishment's requirements, they can fix lighting, heating, and cooling systems or install fire alarms and other security equipment if needed.

Industrial electrician near me

For engineering projects or tasks that involve higher voltage systems and more complex machinery, it's better to connect with a licensed industrial electrician. Their services include electrical construction and maintenance for industries like factories and plants. They don't just install lights and electrical heaters. Most of the time, they also deal with different types of manufacturing equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Industrial electricians can also troubleshoot problems and repair them as they see fit. They can even create tailored maintenance programs for your electrical motors and generators.

Emergency electrician

The moment you sense something odd with your control panels, sockets, and switches, or notice a burning smell, spark, or flickering of lights, get in touch with a local electrician immediately. With Airtasker, finding available emergency electricians in your area is fast and easy! You won't even have to worry about not having any tools on hand–most electricians are already equipped with their own professional tool kits, which they can bring with them for any service that you may need.

Recent Electricians tasks

Media wall in a box room,light fittings wall sockets and light switch.

£300

Wheatley Park, South Yorkshire

7th Mar 2026

Media wall, I have the acoustic wall panels ready, light fitting in same room and changing the sockets and switche from white to Matt sliver.

Move a cooker switch - electrician.

£200

Hither Green, Greater London

7th Mar 2026

I need a cooker switch moved from the middle of the wall about 2 metres down.

Section of sockets in the house tripping the fuse box

£75

Walderslade, Kent

7th Mar 2026

Some sockets in the house are tripping the main fuse box, hence they can't be connected to any appliance.

Mechanism doesn't work. Not electric

£50

Whitnash, Warwickshire

7th Mar 2026

Oldish leather sofa, one end does not work. Possible broken cable

Electrician

£100

Norbury, Greater London

6th Mar 2026

I need electrical wiring from my house to an outside shed, so I can have twin plug sockets.

Vailant water heater F.75 error

£250

Highbury, Greater London, N5

6th Mar 2026

Water heater issue as outlined

Water heater vaillant f75 error

£200

Canonbury, Greater London

6th Mar 2026

Water heater Vailant ecoFIT Pure has issues, water pressure went down, and now F.75 error I need someone to fix

Electrician needed to fix circuit and replace light fittings

£150

Isleworth, Greater London, TW7

2nd Mar 2026

I believe my loop in circuit is now broken and I need an electrician to fix it. A bonus would be to replace 4 light fittings.

Joshua was brilliant - efficient and knowledgeable. Would definitely rebook.

Electrician needed

£120

Cottenham Park, Greater London

1st Mar 2026

We have a wall switch that needs fixing as the plate and switch have come off. and a lamp on the ceiling has now exposed wires

Fast, friendly and professional. Happy with the work. Definitely recommend reaching out to him

Qualified electrician - change shaver socket and broken light

£60

Kennington, Greater London

22nd Feb 2026

Replace old bathroom shaver socket andreplace 1 broken light (new socket and new light already purchased)

Really great experience- Marc’s communication is perfect & he helped me with some electrical jobs really efficiently with great attention to detail. Thank you

Fit a 2 x double electric wall sockets in hallway & kitchen.

£165

East Didsbury, Greater Manchester

19th Feb 2026

Simple electrical job fitting 2 X wall socket.

Good job - Would recommend 👍

Old cable removed and electric reenergised

£50

Clapham, Greater London, SW4

18th Feb 2026

We have taken over a commercial building and need an old by pass cable removed , plus need electrics switched back on after replacing fuses

Amazing at what he does, great service!

Electrician needed for dishwasher

£89

Dalston, Greater London, E8

15th Feb 2026

My dishwasher is causing the kitchen circuit breaker to trip. When the dishwasher is turned on, the circuit trips almost immediately. After switching off the dishwasher at the wall, the circuit breaker can be reset and works normally. This suggests there may be an electrical fault within the dishwasher (possibly heating element, wiring, or internal component). I need a qualified appliance technician or electrician to: • Diagnose the cause of the fault • Confirm whether it can be repaired safely • Provide repair if possible, or advise if replacement is required

Great communication.

Electrician

£250

Hinstock, Shropshire

13th Feb 2026

Need a electrician to help with a small residential job, to 3 new sockets and 6 spotlights all in same all, all will be a new installation. In the wall is only one socket at the moment.

good person, I recommend them.

Electrician Needed

£100

Soho, Greater London, W1F

11th Feb 2026

I am looking for a fully certified electrician to disconnect and safely terminate existing 2 electrical points at our retail store on Carnaby Street, ahead of closure works. Scope of Work: Isolate, disconnect, and terminate all electrical points Ensure compliance with UK electrical safety regulations Provide confirmation of completed work if required Requirements: Must be fully qualified and certified Valid insurance Proven commercial/retail experience preferred Important: Only certified electricians will be considered Thanks

confusing communciation but got the job done

Need electrician to supply and install 11-way Metal Consumer Unit

£550

Acton, Greater London, W3

6th Feb 2026

Hi, I have an unsatisfactory EICR that requires a consumer unit upgrade. The report explicitly recommends the following to clear the C2/C3 codes: ​Supply and install an 11-way Metal Consumer Unit including SPD and Arc Fault Detection (AFDD) protection. ​Supply and install a separate 2-4 way Metal Consumer Unit with SPD for the Off-Peak supply. ​Please include the necessary Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) in your quote or mention if you can't provide.

He was very punctual. His quality of work is outstanding. I would use his services again. Highly recommended for electrical work.

Fix Electrics & Hang Mirror & Disco Ball

£130

Southwark, Greater London

5th Feb 2026

Fix electrics in bedroom (outlet is 'hot' and zaps me when touched) and two bulbs out in the bedroom which need to be fixed / changed. Also need help hanging a small/mediumish sized mirror and a small/mediumish sized disco ball, neither super heavy. We have a ladder but our ceilings are very low so might not even be needed. Please don't offer if your price ask is going to be wildly different than what my budget is. I have not gotten the electrics fixed for 1.5 years because I have never been able to afford it as I have been out of work for 6 years and now I have this amount I have saved up which I want to use for it if possible. If not it will have to stay as is. Happy to give a glowing reference for you.

Fantastic man, really kind, really flexible and makes sure he does a great job. Will dedinitely be sensing more work to Kosta in the future

Electrician Needed – Light Fittings

£245

Bloomsbury, Greater London

2nd Feb 2026

I’m looking for a qualified and experienced electrician to complete the following jobs in my flat: Scope of work: - Replace/install bathroom light fitting (photo labelled 1) - Replace/install hallway light fitting (photo labelled 2) - Replace one faulty wire in an existing living room cable run The cable route already exists (photo labelled 3) One wire in the cable has a fault We temporarily ran a wire externally and it works perfectly The task is to re-run that working wire properly within the existing cable route - Install a new light fitting in the living room (after the wire is re-run) - Install an electric towel rail in the bathroom (photo labelled 4) Important details: - Property located in WC1N 1BL (Central London) - Tube access is very close and convenient - No parking provided – if you choose to come by car, you must cover congestion charge and parking costs yourself - Please bring all necessary tools - Light fittings and towel rail will be provided All work must comply with current UK electrical regulations When responding, please include: - Confirmation you are a qualified electrician - Your availability - Estimated time to complete Any questions before starting Thanks!

thank you and great work

Electrician to replace my heat alarm

£50

Paddington, Greater London, W2

23rd Jan 2026

Kitchen heat alarm is beeping, Has reached end of life and needs to be replaced. It is on the mains with a backup battery. Should take around 20-25 min to do tops.

Very efficient and thorough. Also super punctual and came ahead of time.