Emergency electrician cost in London (2026)

Prices reviewed November 2026

The typical price in London is £100 to £200 (emergency call-out and first hour). Emergency electricians charge more for speed, and the price depends on when you call and what has gone wrong.

💷 Typical emergency electrician prices in London

Typical London prices in 2026. A guide only; your quotes will depend on the job.
Emergency call-out and first hour	£100 to £200
Find and fix a fault	£80 to £250

What changes the price

The time of day, weekend or bank holiday.
How quickly you need someone to arrive.
The cause of the fault and how hard it is to reach.
Parts the electrician needs to carry or collect.
Whether a temporary fix is followed by a full repair.

How long it takes

An emergency electrician can often make a fault safe within an hour or two of arriving. A full repair may need a second visit.

How to pay less

Know where your consumer unit is and how to switch it off before you need to.
Ask for the call-out and hourly price before the electrician leaves for your home.
If the fault is not dangerous and can wait until morning, a weekday visit is usually cheaper.

Before you hire

Ask for the call-out fee, the hourly rate and any out-of-hours charge before you agree to the visit.
Ask for the price in writing, or in a message, before they start work.
Ask whether they are registered with a scheme such as NICEIC or NAPIT, and check it with the scheme.
Do not agree to work you do not understand. Ask them to explain it.

💬 Questions about emergency electrician costs

What should I do first in an electrical emergency?

If you see sparks, smoke or fire, call 999. Otherwise switch off at the consumer unit, unplug what you can safely reach and keep everyone away from the affected area.

How quickly can an electrician come out in London?

Electricians in London often come the same day for urgent faults, depending on availability. Choose urgent when you request quotes so they know to prioritise you.

Do emergency electricians charge more?

Evenings, weekends and bank holidays often cost more than a weekday visit. Ask for the price before they start.

Is an emergency electrician always more expensive?

Usually, because the visit is out of hours or at short notice. Prices vary, so ask for the call-out fee and the hourly rate before you agree.

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