Electrician cost in London (2026)

Prices reviewed November 2026

The typical price in London is £60 to £100 per hour (electrician hourly rate). Electricians are usually paid by the hour for faults and small jobs, and by the job for bigger work like rewires and fuse boxes.

💷 Typical electrician prices in London

Typical London prices in 2026. A guide only; your quotes will depend on the job.
Electrician hourly rate	£60 to £100 per hour
Consumer unit (fuse box) replacement	£450 to £1,000
Electrical safety report (EICR), 2-bed flat	£120 to £250
Full rewire, 3-bed house	£4,500 to £8,000

What changes the price

The type of job: a socket swap is quick, a rewire takes days.
The age and condition of the wiring, which can add repairs.
Testing and paperwork: certificates for notifiable work take time.
Access to cables: solid walls and floorboards add labour.
The size of the property and the number of circuits.

How long it takes

Fixing a socket or light takes an hour or two. A full rewire of a flat can take about a week, and a house longer.

How to pay less

Ask for a written quote that says whether certification is included.
Combine small electrical jobs into one visit.
Have an inspection first if you are unsure, so you only pay for work you need.

Before you hire

Ask whether they belong to a competent person scheme, such as NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA, and check it with the scheme.
Ask for the certificate they will give you when the work is finished.
Ask who notifies building control for notifiable work.
Ask for public liability insurance.
Ask whether the quote covers making good, such as plastering after cables are run.

💬 Questions about electrician costs

How much does an electrician cost in London?

Most electricians in London charge £60 to £100 an hour, with a minimum call-out. Bigger jobs like a rewire or a new fuse box are usually quoted as a fixed price after a visit.

Does electrical work need to be certified?

Some electrical work in homes, such as a new circuit or a new consumer unit, has to be certified under Part P of the Building Regulations in England. Ask your electrician for the certificate when the job is done, and keep it.

What is an electrical safety report?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is an inspection of your wiring and fittings. Landlords of rented homes in England need one at least every five years, and buyers and lenders sometimes ask for one.

Why do electricians give a range for rewires?

A rewire depends on the size of the property, the number of circuits and the amount of making good. Electricians usually visit first so the fixed price covers what they find.

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