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Recent Electricians reviews in South London

Very courteous and patient worker. Job completed to my satisfaction

Fix the electric recliner.

£80

Anthony was very polite, friendly and efficient, getting the job done in only 20 minutes. Very happy with the service and would definitely use Anthony again.

Qualified electrician to connect electric ceramic hob

£100

Very professional, prompt and efficient. Can highly recommend for electrical work around the home.

Replace battery in hardwire smoke alarms x6

£50

Robert did an excellent job, knew exactly what he was doing and made suggestions for other jobs I'm looking to get done. Will definitely be in touch again.

Change Bathroom Downlights

£120

Installed the cooker hood. Couldn't complete the entire job as cornice needed a bit of cutting.

Cooker hood installation

£120

Bart did a great job of completing the task, thanks!

Electrician needed to install cooker

£40

What's the average cost of an electrician in South London

£67 - £140

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£67

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£90

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£140

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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 in South London

Moving electrical socket in conservatory

£150

Selsdon, Greater London

8th May 2026

We have an electrical socket that needs moved to the left see picture 2 by existing extension lead as we are having a door put there and add new socket see photo 3

Move electrical socket along a wall

£100

Bickley, Greater London

8th May 2026

1. Socket needs to be moved up along the wall. Chase, move and fill, so that decorators can repaint at a later date. 2. Change batteries for fire alarm.

Electrician to hang two ikea downlights in bathroom

£50

Woodside, Greater London

8th May 2026

I have a ceiling light in my small bathroom. There’s a cable from ceiling to this light but I want to swap around to 2 Ikea downlights . Wiring from the old light to new lights required only.

Joinery: cooker canopy and arched wall cabinet

£2,000

Earlsfield, Greater London

7th May 2026

We need to make the cooker hood canopy (115cm wide) and arched wall cabinet (just the top part) 130cm wide in kitchen alcove. Both marked with green highlighter in photos

Install new electric socket and light inside cupboard

£100

Tooting, Greater London, SW17

6th May 2026

Install a new electric socket and led light with switch in space under stairs Socket installation: 1. Take a spur from the existing socket located outside the cupboard * Either install a fused connection unit (FCU) or use a suitable spur connection 2. Run cable in white plastic trunking along the wall * Keep routing neat and discreet (along skirting/corners where possible) 3. Drill a small hole through the wall into the cupboard * Just large enough for the cable, positioned behind or next to existing socket 4. Continue trunking inside the cupboard * Short run to final socket position 5. Install a surface-mounted double socket inside the cupboard * Positioned to the side of where the tumble dryer will sit (not directly behind) ⸻ Light installation: 6. Install a light inside the cupboard (LED batten or similar suitable for small space) 7. Install a wall-mounted light switch * Ideally positioned just outside or at the entrance to the cupboard (open to advice) 8. Connect light to a suitable power source (existing circuit or new spur as appropriate) ⸻ Additional notes: * Please ensure installation is safe and compliant for a tumble dryer setup * Keep finish neat and tidy (trunking aligned cleanly) * All materials to be supplied unless agreed otherwise

Electrician to look at why bedroom light fitting is not working

£50

South Wimbledon, Greater London

4th May 2026

We have swapped changed the light fitting in our bedroom but after connecting the new fitting the light is not working, we have tried changing the bulb and reconnecting the wires.

Electrical fitting in bathroom and bedroom

£300

Woodside, Greater London

3rd May 2026

1) Remove existing bathroom wall extractor fan and install new like for like new bathroom extractor wall fan 2) Remove existing master bedroom pendant ceiling light fitting and install new ceiling light fitting 3) Repair and make good electrical wall socket in another bedroom that was damaged from previous building work in adjacent bathroom

Repair my kids electronic quad bike

£50

Keston Mark, Greater London

1st May 2026

kids electronic quad bike not working. Not exactly sure what the problem is so it needs some diagnosis.

Replace cooker hood extracter fan with new one

£210

Woodside, Greater London

29th Apr 2026

Hi Ivan please can you advise if it's cheaper to install without an external vent with carbon filter or install cooker hood to extract to an external vent with universal ducting kit? (As the original one was an external vent.

Light installation

£50

Summerstown, Greater London

27th Apr 2026

Instal new light .just needs wiring

Electrician

£65

Riddlesdown, Greater London

24th Apr 2026

Replace 2 ceiling light pendants and an outside motion light ( I supply the replacements )

Install LED mirror in bathroom to electric power supply

£35

Broad Green, Greater London

21st Apr 2026

I need my LED mirror installed to power source that’s behind the wall - straight forward job

Qualified electrician Fit fuse board supplied &second board EICR ++

£800

Beddington, Greater London

20th Apr 2026

Replace 2 fuseboards (both bought and to spec) and provide a EIRC for a 3 bed semi occupied 1930s house tenant in situ recovering from an injury. Waddon estate near Beddington Croydon My normal electrician has moved away so seeking a new one see video of places its to go to in house. Landlord will be in attendance at all times until completed and paid

Reliable handyman and plumber/electrician/decorator

£30

Roundshaw, Greater London

19th Apr 2026

Landlord with ongoing work across London. Looking for reliable handyman and plumber/electrician/decorator. Regular jobs. Prefer day rates and quick response. Send rate and availability.

Electrical connection of tumble dryer

£35

Russell Hill, Greater London

18th Apr 2026

Connect a Bosch tumble dryer to a domestic electrical circuit (circuit board installed 1998 - black (Neutral), Red (Live) and Green/Yellow (Earth)).

Dean was superb in communicating and accommodating my requirements. I had a task that needes actioning on the same day and he worked around his diary to satisfy my requirements. Very pleased and impressed. Would recommend.

Fix my patrol generator

£10

Croydon, Greater London

11th Apr 2026

Starter cord stuck on patrol generator

Starter cord stuck on patrol generator

£50

Croydon, Greater London

11th Apr 2026

Starter cord stucked on patrol generator

Electrician needed to install light

£50

Collier's Wood, Greater London, SW19

18th Jan 2026

electrician needed to install light fitting in master bedroom. Install is over a bed. Ideally either today Sunday 18th before 2PM or Monday 19th available all day

Great service! Anthony was quick and professional helped with additional task

CEILING LIGHT INSTALL

£35

Thornton Heath, Greater London

2nd Jan 2026

I have a flourescent bathroom ceiling light which I want swapped for another one which I have purchased (the whole fixing)

Juan did a great job with installing our light fixing in our bathroom

Electrician to change one fuse spur - price should include materials

£65

Beddington Corner, Greater London

27th Nov 2025

The plug for the washing machine is no longer working - needs to be changed/checked

Speedy, efficient. Great work