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"Highly recommend Josh! He did a fantastic job mounting my wall panels, TV, and floating shelf. He was patient, highly sk..."
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"Robert came promptly and did an excellent job of erecting my mini shed. I am very happy with the work done and would abs..."
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"Alex was great! Super efficient and the blinds and tv look great"
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"Highly recommend, Prakash was excellent at his work and very efficient! Last Tasker had damaged our house and due to poo..."
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Recent Electricians reviews in Reading Borough
Very polite and knowledgeable! Got my mums light working in no time :)
New ceiling light install
£50
We are very happy with Josh and we appreciated his communicativeness, his efficiency, his attention to detail and his warmth. An absolutely wonderful person and we recommend him highly. We'd definitely ask him again!
To install three Elodie wall lamps, electrical cables are already in.
£65
Thanks for fitting the wall socket in the bathroom 😄 the bidet finally works! Thanks Prakash!
Certified electrican needed !
£50
Prompt and quick to respond. Very quick and thorough work.
Mounting Lit Bathroom Cabinet (Electrical Required)
£100
Perfect!! Was awesome e
Electrician
£80
What's the average cost of an electrician in Reading Borough
£65 - £132
low
£65
median
£72
high
£132
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based on 5 reviews
5
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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.Â
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.
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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.
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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 in Reading Borough
Ac installation
£1,200
Whitley, Berkshire
3rd Jul 2026
I would like an 3.5 kW ac unit installed in my living room.
Fit ac units
£300
New Town, Berkshire
1st Jul 2026
I will get my builders and electrical folks to install 5 ac units to one external unit. I need someone to connect the gas to the external unit and just be registered FGas
Replace chimney cooker wood
£65
Whitley Wood, Berkshire
25th Jun 2026
Replace old chimney cooker and fix new one
Replace integrated cooker hood
£60
Hemdean Bottom, Berkshire
20th Jun 2026
We need to replace the integrated cooker hood in our kitchen. We are looking for someone to take out the old one and install the new one. Flexible on date and time. Caversham, Reading.
Electric shower pump
£400
Coley, Berkshire
18th Jun 2026
I need an electric shower pump bought and installed at my home. Budget £400
Fix mobile air conditioner
£40
Coley, Berkshire
29th May 2026
My air conditioner doesn’t turn on.
Set up 2 wall sockets
£50
Caversham Heights, Berkshire
24th Mar 2026
I need two new electrical wall sockets to be installed
Blue 32A blue commando socket installed for an EV(electrician only)
£200
Churchend, Berkshire
19th Feb 2026
I need a 32 ampere blue commando socket to be installed on outside of my house by a professional electrician
I need an electrician
£250
Whitley, Berkshire
9th Feb 2026
I want an electrician to do some electrical work for me. To change 2x old electric sockets, remove old ceiling lights and fix new ones and connect lights in my shed that l use as a study, l have already started the wiring of the shade.
Electronic Sword Repair
£30
The Mount, Berkshire
23rd Jan 2026
I have an electric powered sword that runs on AA batteries and it wont turn on and i have changed the batteries and it still wont work. I would like it fixed
Electrical work
£50
Reading, Berkshire
2nd Jan 2026
There is an underfloor heating console that looks like it doesn’t have power running to it. I have a dimmer switch that needs replacing, I have the part. Also some rooms have lights flickering so need someone to check that.
Repair eu10i honda generator
£100
Reading, Berkshire
27th Dec 2025
Compression gone piston rings need replacing
electric and need to fill the gaps and then one coat of
£500
Southcote, Berkshire
22nd Dec 2025
I have done concealed electric and need to fill the gaps and then one coat of paint so over the flat. Quick one day job before Christmas.
Electrician / Handyman Needed – Curtain Rail Fix + Dimmer Light Issue
£100
Caversham, Berkshire
21st Dec 2025
I’m looking for a reliable electrician or experienced handyman to help with two small jobs at my home. Ideally someone who has worked with curtains/blinds and dimmer switches before. Tasks: 1. Curtain issue • Curtains are stuck on the rod/rail and don’t close fully • Likely needs adjustment, realignment, or fixing the runners/hooks 2. Lighting issue • Lights in one room need replacing • Bulbs keep blowing because the dimmer switch doesn’t fully turn the lights off • Need someone to diagnose and fix the dimmer or wiring so it works properly and safely Requirements: • Experience with curtain rails/blinds • Electrical experience (especially dimmer switches) • Own tools • Attention to detail and safety-conscious Other details: • Flexible on timing • Please include relevant experience in your offer • Happy to answer any questions or share photos if needed Thanks! 😊
Electrician
£80
Reading, Berkshire
16th Dec 2025
I have got recessed downlight in my kitchen, I need to replace all of them with dimmable lights. There are total four lights. The switch also needs to be replaced with dimmer switch. All four recessed downlight are on/off from single switch currently. Please see the current light, it is standard.
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Electric oven installation
£50
Coley, Berkshire
15th Dec 2025
Ele teic oven/hob installation
Electric Water Heater replacement
£150
Southcote, Berkshire
29th Nov 2025
We need electric water heater replaced. Pls see picture of the current water heater. We will change it with the similar heater
To install three Elodie wall lamps, electrical cables are already in.
£65
Reading, Berkshire
20th Nov 2025
Please, we've bought three Elodie wall lamps (picture provided) and we'd like them installed. This would need drilling two holes for each lamp. Electrical cords and the screws are all there (no electrical cable is required).
We are very happy with Josh and we appreciated his communicativeness, his efficiency, his attention to detail and his warmth. An absolutely wonderful person and we recommend him highly. We'd definitely ask him again!
Downlight recessed light replacing
£30
Coley, Berkshire
9th Nov 2025
Replacing downlight recessed light as shown in the pictures i have got a new one
Electrician
£100
Southcote, Berkshire
21st Sep 2025
Electric problem in house, some MC lights goes, and sometimes the sockets goes down.









