How Much Does an Electrician Really Cost?

A complete rewire of a 3-bedroom house — all the old wiring is replaced with new cables, a modern fuse box, new sockets, and switches. Includes full safety testing and a certificate to prove the work meets regulations. Usually needed in older homes where the wiring is outdated or unsafe.

Replacing an old fuse box with a modern one that has safety trips to protect you from electric shocks and power surges. Includes full testing and notifying your local council (required by building regulations). Often needed because old fuse boxes do not meet current safety standards.

Adding a new double plug socket by running a cable from a nearby existing socket. Includes cutting a channel in the wall for the cable, fitting the socket, and plastering over the channel. Usually takes 1-2 hours.

Replacing or installing a new ceiling or wall light fitting on an existing lighting circuit. Price is per fitting and excludes the light itself.

Installing 4-6 LED spotlights recessed into the ceiling of a single room, replacing a single hanging light. Includes cutting the holes, all wiring, fire-safe fittings, and a new light switch. A popular upgrade that gives more even, modern lighting.

Installing a home electric vehicle charger with its own dedicated circuit from the fuse box. A 7kW charger can fully charge most cars overnight. Price includes the charger unit, wiring, and setup. Much faster and cheaper per charge than using a standard plug socket.

A full safety inspection and test of all the electrics in your home. The electrician checks the wiring, fuse box, sockets, and lights for any faults or safety risks, and gives you a report. Legally required for rented properties. Does not include fixing any problems found — that is quoted separately.

Installing a new electric shower with its own dedicated circuit from the fuse box (electric showers need a lot of power, so they cannot share a circuit). Price includes labour and a basic shower unit. Higher-powered showers give better water flow but need thicker cables.

Installing outdoor lights such as security lights, path lights, or patio spotlights. Includes running weatherproof cabling and fitting lights designed to withstand rain and moisture. Takes around half a day for a typical setup.

Installing smoke alarms and a carbon monoxide detector that are all linked together — if one goes off, they all go off so you can hear the alarm anywhere in the house. Price covers a typical 3-bed house with 3-4 units. Required by building regulations in all homes.

Moving an existing light switch or plug socket to a new spot on the wall. The electrician extends the cable, cuts a channel in the wall for it, and fits the switch or socket in the new position. The old hole is filled and plastered over.

Installing a bathroom or kitchen extractor fan that vents damp air outside through a pipe in the wall or ceiling. Includes all wiring — it can be set to come on with the light or run on its own timer. Helps prevent mould and condensation.

Safety testing of electrical appliances (kettles, computers, lamps, etc.) for a small business or rental property. Each item is checked and given a pass/fail sticker. Covers up to 50 items. Often required by insurers and landlords.

Running a new dedicated high-power circuit from the fuse box to your kitchen for an electric cooker. Electric cookers need their own circuit because they draw too much power to share with other appliances. Includes all cabling, a cooker switch on the wall, and safety testing.