Find a local electrician
Electrical work is one of the few home trades where the paperwork matters as much as the workmanship. Most domestic electrical work in England and Wales is notifiable under Part P, so it pays to use a qualified, registered electrician.
What electricians do
Electricians install and test wiring, consumer units, sockets, lighting, EV chargers and outdoor power, and issue electrical certificates such as an EICR or Electrical Installation Certificate.
Typical electrician jobs
- Adding or moving sockets and light switches
- Consumer unit (fuse board) upgrades
- Full or partial rewires
- Downlighters, outdoor lighting and garden power
- EICR safety inspections for landlords
- EV charge point installation
When you might need one
- Breakers keep tripping or lights flicker
- You are renovating, extending or converting a loft
- You are a landlord and need a valid EICR
What to include when you post the job
The more of this you give up front, the more accurate the quotes you get back.
- Say how old the property and consumer unit are
- List how many sockets, lights or circuits are involved
- Mention if plastering or flooring will need lifting
- Say whether you need a certificate for a landlord or sale
Questions to ask a electrician
- Which competent person scheme are you registered with (NICEIC, NAPIT, ELECSA)?
- Will you notify the work under Part P and issue a certificate?
- Does the price include making good plaster and decoration?
- How long will the power be off for?
How Find A Trade Local works for electrician jobs
- Describe the job and add photos — it takes a couple of minutes and costs nothing.
- Enter your postcode so we only show the job to electricians who cover your area.
- Interested electricians unlock the lead and message you through the platform.
- Compare their profiles, declared credentials and reviews, then choose who to speak to.
- Your phone number and email stay private until you decide to share them.
Electricians FAQs
How much does an electrician cost?
UK electricians typically charge £45–£90 per hour or £250–£400 per day. Fixed-price jobs are common: a new socket is often £80–£150 and a consumer unit change usually £450–£800 depending on the number of circuits.
Does all electrical work need certifying?
Not all, but most new circuits, consumer unit changes and work in bathrooms or kitchens are notifiable. A registered electrician can self-certify, which is far cheaper than a building control application.
What is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a periodic safety inspection of the fixed wiring. Private landlords in England must have one at least every five years.
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