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On time. Was kept well informed, polite, tidy & professional..Thanks Jack

Outdoor electrical plug

£130

Hired to build two large Dunster house sheds. Did the job fantastically. Then we hired the team again to upgrade them with plaster walls, ceiling and lighting. All done really well with high attention to detail.

Two Offices skimming, Painting and Electrical work

£2,660

Great job. Well mannered and efficient.

Electrical socket

£60

He was efficient and quick really helpful

Installing my freestanding bush cooker

£100

A very knowledgeable man with the right approach to let people know that he cares about what he does.

Supply and fit a new cooker hood extraction unit

£75

Valentin was punctual and efficient in terms of task completion. An extremely skilled electrician. Highly recommend him and he will definitely be my first choice next time around !

Install electric cooker

£60

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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.

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Electric BBQ repair

£100

Theydon Bois, Essex

18th Apr 2026

Electric BBQ keeps tripping RCD when switched on

Repair electric BBQ

£100

Theydon Bois, Essex

18th Apr 2026

Repair electric BBQ, keeps tripping the RCD

Realign and possibly restuff electric sofa

£60

Orpington, Greater London, BR6

18th Apr 2026

Sofa is 4 years old and needs realighing

Electric Fireplace Motor Replacement (Media Wall Installation)

£150

Upper Clapton, Greater London

18th Apr 2026

I have an electric fireplace installed within a media wall. The flame effect has stopped working due to a faulty motor (confirmed by manufacturer), and I already have the replacement motor. I need a skilled tradesperson to: * Carefully remove or cut out the fireplace from the existing media wall * Access and replace the faulty motor with the new one provided * Test the fireplace to ensure the flame/flicker effect is fully working again * Reinstall the fireplace back into the media wall * Make good any surrounding areas (plasterboard, filler, paint touch-up if needed) so the finish is clean and professional, with no visible damage ⸻ 🧰 Requirements * Experience with electric fireplaces/media wall installations * Basic electrical knowledge (safe disconnection/reconnection) * Skilled in carpentry and/or plastering for neat reinstatement * Own tools required for cutting, removal, and finishing ⸻ 📍 Additional Info * Fireplace is already installed and wired * Replacement motor is provided * Media wall will need to be opened up and then restored neatly * Looking for a tidy, damage-free finish as the wall is already completed

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.

Electric shower replacement

£70

Amble, Northumberland

17th Apr 2026

Replace broken electric shower with exact same model. Already purchased, just needs replacing.

Electrician

£10

Stanmore, Greater London, HA7

17th Apr 2026

I need someone to install a light at the front of my house entrance.

Portable aircon setup

£30

Cyprus, Greater London

17th Apr 2026

Seal window for portable window

Install my new cooker

£30

Bromley, Greater London

14th Apr 2026

Heya, I would like someone to install my new electrical cooker I have received today. I do not have any new parts or tools for it as it is a new built properly.

Omer was amazing at communicating and his service was great! I would definitely recommend. He was so friendly and very efficient. I will be asking Omer to come help again! Thankyou once again.

Sockets are burning everything you plug, need to be changed!

£100

Earl's Court, Greater London

14th Apr 2026

Power sockets are burning when you plug.

Excellent! highly recommend.

Electrician Needed – Install Sockets & Wall Lighting

£400

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

13th Apr 2026

**Description:** We’re looking for a qualified electrician to carry out some work in our flat before Friday (ahead of decorating). **Scope of work:** * Install 3 new plug sockets * 2 in a bedroom * 1 in a cupboard * Run cabling for 2 wall lights (sconces) above the bed (installation of fixtures not required at this stage, just wiring) **Timing:** Ideally completed before Friday **Location:** Flat next to Brixton O2 Academy **Additional details:** * Access is straightforward * Happy to discuss best positioning if needed * Please bring all necessary tools and advise if any materials are required **Requirements:** * Qualified and experienced electrician * Able to complete work safely and to standard Please get in touch with availability, a rough quote, and any questions. We don't have materials.

Dean installed three new sockets in our flat and did a great job. He was punctual, efficient, and left everything tidy. The work was completed to a high standard and exactly as discussed. Would definitely recommend.

Minor electrical jobs - moving lights and capping switches

£300

Maze Hill, Greater London

11th Apr 2026

Minor electrical work: 1. move a light to centre of the room (4 spotlights already capped) 2. Cap off two spotlights and move to centre of a room 3. Cap off one unnecessary wall switch ready for covering 4. Remove trunking/spotlights and put in regular ceiling light Can talk through the job in person but the red rings on the photos show approx what needs to be removed/installed

Jamal is great! Nothing was too much trouble, all done in one day

Electric standing desk putting together and shelving & pictures

£100

Camberley, Surrey

10th Apr 2026

I need a Flexispot electric desk put together along we 4/5 shelves and pictures on the wall.

Really efficient and polite. Highly recommend

Replace smoke alarm batteries

£20

Willesden, Greater London

6th Apr 2026

Smoke alarms chirrping. Need batteries replaced. Own ladder needed and batteries supplied. Will pay receipt for batteries separate.

Good guy, did the job as advertised and know good for any handy man related work. Will definitely book again.

Electrician - RCD tripped - not sure why

£100

Bedford Park, Greater London

3rd Apr 2026

RCD tripped and not sure why. Just moved into new property so not certain about everything.

Very kind and communicative. Did a great job

I need a Plumber/ electrician

£200

Seven Kings, Greater London, IG3

8th Mar 2026

I have a few things in my house that need doing so I need a plumber/Electrition. First thing first washing machine is spazzing out because it was blocked, it needs cleaning again and factory reset. Second thing is shower water isn’t getting hot enough because there was a radiator leak in the bathroom. My husband tightened it which stopped the leak. But since then, not much hot water so I think the radiator valve needs changing.

Great thank you very fast

Various Electrical tasks

£350

Finsbury, Greater London, WC1X

8th Mar 2026

Selection of small tasks 1) 3xlights under kitchen cabinet repair/replace 2) Bathroom ventilation not working 3) 5 x ceiling spot lights have come out (see pic) 4) Dimmer switch not working 5) Move power socket behind wall so washing machine is flush with cabinet

Highly recommend, very happy to work with Mark in the future.

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