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"Overall I am satisfied with the job. Dean was quick, efficient and very polite. He was the right choice."
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"G Helped us hang 7 complex light fittings and sockets. Very clean and tidy with all the right equipment needed to finis..."
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Recent Sockets and Switches Installation reviews in East London
Lovely Sparky! Very polite and a great problem solver. Would highly recommend - will definitely be in contact for more work!
Change one light switch and 3 sockets from white to metalic
£40
Super quick work, would definitely use again
Change light fixture and replace two switches
£100
Very happy that I can use Josh. He is nice and kind person. Great attention to details and efficiency. Very happy with the job done and will recommend him. Definitely will ask him to do more jobs for me.
Relocate sockets and light swith
£100
Thanks Gokhan, very helpful and punctual
Changed 3 Light switches
£30
I called Metin out the night before. He was very professional, thank you
Switching face plates for sockets and light switches
£100
Very efficient and got the job done quickly! Both my electric socket now work :)
Electric sockets in bedroom is not working
£30
What's the average cost of a Sockets and Switches Installation specialist in East London
£81 - £155
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£122
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£155
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Electricians Services
What do sockets and switches installation services include?
Trained and certified electricians work on socket and light switch installation tasks so you won't have to compromise you and your home's overall safety. They can assemble wirings and cable, connect them to power sources, and inspect if the electricity is flowing adequately right after. Thinking of booking our switch installation service? Here's what you can expect:
Powerpoint installation
Before installing your appliances, it's crucial to secure enough power points to support the electricity flow. Electricians can help you plan, install, and replace or add powerpoints to maximise your area. They start by inspecting your place to identify specific spots where you'll likely need power sockets. The installation process typically involves:
- unscrewing the cover plates
- retesting the power source
- connecting extra cables to existing electrical outlets and stretching them to different locations
- rewiring cables to the new electrical socket or powerpoint
- Light switch installation
Light switches are responsible for connecting your electrical lights to the power source. If you need to replace an existing light switch, your electrician can disconnect them for you. Keep in mind, however, that the replacement switch needs to have the same functionality as the old one.
We can help install new light switches if you're in the process of building a new home or renovating your bathroom or kitchen. The process mostly involves rewiring and connecting new cables to the power source and mounting new faceplates. In case you want multi-purpose electrical lights, you can also request for dimmer switch installation.
Outdoor electrical socket installation
Professional electricians can also install outdoor sockets on your balcony, patio, or turf. This way, it's easier and safer to connect your appliances, especially if you're planning to have an outdoor kitchen or barbeque area.
It's also essential to consider the size of the landscape area, the structure conditions, and all the equipment you're planning to utilise. Electricians can handle the drill, connect cables from indoor to outdoor wall, and rewire your new outdoor electrical outlets accordingly.
Recent Sockets and Switches Installation tasks in East London
Electrician Needed – Replace 30 Switches & Sockets + Electrical Checks
£100
Alameda Place, Greater London
21st Oct 2026
Looking for a qualified electrician to visit my apartment in Bow Quarter, London E3. Jobs include: * Replace approximately 30 existing light switches and plug sockets (combined) with black fittings. * Investigate and fix a flickering light. * Identify what an unknown switch controls. * Check that the bathroom and kitchen extractor fans are working properly. Please quote for labour, with fittings priced separately. Happy to supply the black fittings myself or discuss options. Please confirm your estimated cost and availability.
Replace 5 existing fused spurs with standard UK plug sockets
£100
Stoke Newington, Greater London, N16
19th Oct 2026
The job is to replace 5 existing fused spurs with standard UK plug sockets. Sockets will be supplied. Three sockets will be used for existing plug-in radiators (currently hard wired), with the other two available for general use. Please ensure the existing circuits are suitable for this conversion and test the installation to confirm everything is safe.
Change 3x light switches
£20
Brownswood Park, Greater London, N4
17th Oct 2026
I’ve got three light switches that operate the same lights. I’ve changed two do them and now the lights don’t turn off.
Electrician to add 2 extra sockets
£130
Lea Bridge, Greater London
16th Oct 2026
Job title: Chase wiring and install two new sockets Looking for a qualified electrician to install two new sockets. Wiring is already at both locations. One socket is already in wall but dead. Work includes chasing the cables into the walls, cutting recesses for back box, fitting and connecting the sockets, testing and making good. Also fixing two double sockets where only one socket works Located in Hackney. Please quote an all-inclusive price covering labour and all materials, and confirm availability.
Shayan was very helpful and quick. Warned and advised me the best way to complete job. Will be using him again
Replace dimmer switch and opinion on switches in kitchen
£30
Deptford, Greater London, SE8
14th Oct 2026
Dimmer switch has stopped working. I have ordered replacement. Also some Switches in kitchen don’t appear to be working/ were not sure what they are attached to.
Great work and very positive experience
Several Small Electrical Jobs – Lights, Switches & Sockets (E15)
£200
Stratford New Town, Greater London
8th Oct 2026
Hi, I have a few small electrical jobs that need doing at my home in E15, Stratford. Fix 3 small kitchen under-cupboard lights that are dim or not working properly. Investigate and fix a hallway light that isn't working. Disconnect an old doorbell. Fit a new battery-operated Ring doorbell and wedge (no wiring required). Replace 5 single light switch faceplates. Replace 2 double light switch faceplates. Replace 2 two-gang socket faceplates. Optional additional job: If you're also handy with general DIY, I need 2 hammock brackets securely fitted to an external brick garden wall. I'll supply all replacement faceplates, the Ring doorbell, wedge, brackets and fixings. I'm looking for someone experienced and suitably qualified to carry out the electrical work safely. I'd prefer a fixed price for the complete job rather than an hourly rate, so please provide your best all-inclusive quote for the work listed, including labour and any call-out charges. Ideally, I'd like everything completed in one visit. Please quote separately for the optional hammock bracket installation. Thanks!
Electrician, switches and sockets from demolished wall relocated
£250
Lea Bridge, Greater London
6th Oct 2026
Electrician needed – relocate sockets/switches and reroute hanging cables Looking for an electrician for my flat in Hackney. A wall has been removed, leaving the cables for its switches and sockets hanging from the ceiling. I need these safely rerouted and secured, with the switches and sockets fitted in new locations and the completed work tested.
Chasing/recessing 4 existing sockets moving existing light to centre
£200
Cranbrook, Greater London
25th Sep 2026
Chasing/recessing 4 existing sockets in to wall. Moving living room light to the centre of the ceiling and fitting a light fixture in hallway above stairs.
Fix sticky light switches and broken door handle
£50
Bromley, Greater London
24th Sep 2026
I have two double light switches that are sticking in the “on” position. I also have a door handle to the outside balcony (lockable door) where the handle comes loose when pulled.
Punctual and went through the job thoroughly. Great job!
Fix light switches
£50
Festubert Place, Greater London
10th Sep 2026
We would need an electrician to come fix the light switches in our hallway, which have stopped working. I suspect this is due to a defective dimmer. I have 1 spare dimmer and 1 spare switch, which can be installed if needed (see pictures).
Absolutely perfect, Arun quickly fixed our light switches in our hallway. Great communication and professional. Would definitely book again!
Electrician: Removing defunct cables and trunking. Recess sockets
£200
Hornchurch, Greater London, RM11
3rd Sep 2026
I have excess trunking and defunct cables I need removed from a council house and sockets recessed
Remove plugs and extend existing plug sockets
£300
Lea Bridge, Greater London
28th Aug 2026
I have two plug sockets near the ceiling and I would like these removed and either moved down to a lower level or to extend the existing single plug sockets on the ground to double sockets I’d also like 3 ceiling lights replaced
Very helpful and friendly! Adrian was very efficient and the work was done to a great standard
Pendant lights and faceplate sockets
£125
Leytonstone, Greater London, E11
26th Aug 2026
I need 10 socket faceplates changing - one socket needs checking generally to make sure it’s safe, as well as changing the faceplate. I have the new faceplates already. And I need the two pendant lights swapped for new ones. The new ones ordered have arrived but each comes in 3 parts (ceiling rose, cable and lamp holder) so will need assembly and then installing. Pictures attached but can send more as needed.
Excellent work, would highly recommend and will use again.
Light switches replacement
£100
Beckton, Greater London
25th Aug 2026
Hello, I am looking for a qualified electrician to replace several existing electrical fittings in my home. The items to be replaced are: •Light switches × 4 •Single plug sockets × 2 •Double plug sockets × 3 •Ceiling lights × 3 All replacements are like-for-like, and I will provide the new fittings unless otherwise agreed. Please let me know your availability, estimated duration for the work, and whether you have experience with similar electrical jobs. Thank you.
Dmytro completed the replacement of all 11 light fittings and switches quickly and efficiently as requested. Thank you 🙏
Electrical installation of sockets & lights (1st and 2nd fix)
£500
Welling, Greater London
24th Aug 2026
Need to install wiring (1st and 2nd fix) of 8 lights, 11 sockets and 2 bathroom fans. It’s a conversion from offices to flats so some of the wiring is there already. And you DO NOT need to make the walls good etc afterwards, our builder will do that. just run wires and make sure electrics are working and make sense (switches and sockets in the correct places)
Change switches and power outlets to black
£10
Goodmayes, Greater London
18th Aug 2026
I want to change all the light switches and power outlets to black ones supply and fit for the electrical work 14 power outlets roughly - needs to be confirmed Eletrican only
Qualified Electrician Needed - Light Fittings& Switches
£250
West Heath, Greater London
14th Jul 2026
I’m looking for a qualified electrician to complete several electrical jobs in my home. I will supply all of the replacement light fittings, switches and sockets. Tasks required: 1. Replace bedroom pendant light * Remove existing ceiling pendant light. * Install new pendant light in its place. 2. Replace switches and sockets * Replace 2 x two-gang light switches. * Replace 1 x three-gang dimmer switch. * Replace 3 x double power sockets. * All replacements are like-for-like using the fittings I have purchased. 3. Move hallway pendant light to the living room * Carefully remove the existing pendant light from the hallway. * Install this same pendant light in the living room. 4. Install new hallway pendant light * Install a new pendant light in the hallway where the existing one was removed.
What am incredible gentleman. Came right on tome, used shoe covers without me asking. Did an incredible job!!! Would book him again!
Need 6 power sockets - 2 replaced and 4 new
£150
Cambridge Heath, Greater London, E2
8th Jul 2026
need two power sockets replaced as 2 of the plugs don't work, plus then want 4 additional points installed - 1 in hallway, 1 in bedroom and 2 in lounge. Thanks
Terminate, remove sockets and patch wall
£100
Globe Town, Greater London, E2
8th Jul 2026
I need redundant sockets safely terminating, removed from wall and then the wall patched ready for repainting. There are two double sockets, a blank plate and an Ethernet point. These are redundant from the previous tv and no longer required.
All grand - thank you
Install 2 new double sockets
£250
Romford, Greater London, RM1
7th Jul 2026
I need a qualified electrician to install 2 new sockets double sockets. I have an existing socket less than two meters away on the same wall however there is a wall between (see picture). I would like the wires chased in and the plaster made good so I can paint over it.
Glenn was amazing. Turned up the same day, tested everything and the quality of work was spot on. Would highly recommend.









