THE RIGHT SPECIALIST FOR THE FITTING
Electrical repairs and installations
in London
We arrange electrical work for homes and businesses across London and the M25, focusing on existing fixtures and fittings. Tell us about the fault or planned installation, the product involved and access to the property. We discuss the electrical work before arranging the appropriate specialist.
A USEFUL JOB BRIEF
The fault or fitting. The product details. The access arrangements.
Electrical work we discuss
| Fitting | Typical request | Information to provide |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and controls | A replacement light, switch, socket or dimmer. | The product and the fault or intended change. |
| Appliance connection | Hardwiring a suitable cooker or other listed appliance. | Model, instructions and the intended connection location. |
| Fans and hoods | Fitting or replacing an extractor or cooker hood. | Dimensions, current arrangement and surrounding finishes. |
| Alarms | Replacement of a faulty suitable alarm fitting. | Existing model information and a description of the issue. |
Describe the fitting and the problem.
We carry out electrical fixes and installations involving lights, switches, sockets, dimmers, extractor fans, alarms and suitable appliance connections. A replacement fitting and a fault in an existing installation are different requests. We ask what is happening, where it occurs and what you want installed so the enquiry can be assessed accurately.
Photographs of the fixture and product details are useful, but they do not establish the condition of an electrical installation. We review the relevant existing arrangements when assessing the work. If the fault or the proposed product changes what is required, we explain that before additional work is agreed.
Electrical work is booked with the appropriate specialist and has its own published rates. It is not treated as a general mounting task because a fitting happens to attach to a wall. Please include every electrical item on the initial list, even when the rest of the visit involves furniture, decorating or other ordinary handyman work.
Light fittings, switches and dimmers.
We install and replace suitable light fittings, switches, sockets and dimmer switches. The product, its intended location and the existing arrangement need to be considered together. A fitting chosen for its appearance still has installation requirements, while a new control must be suitable for what it is intended to operate.
Send the product information if you already have a replacement. If you are still selecting it, explain the intended change rather than book on the assumption that any purchased fitting can simply take the place of the old one. Access, mounting requirements and compatibility can all affect the work involved.
For several lights or controls, provide a room-by-room list and identify which items are being replaced and which are faulty. We discuss their locations and any difficult access before arranging the appointment. A high ceiling, a fixed item beneath a fitting or an occupied work area can require different preparation from a clear, easily reached position.
Connections planned around the appliance.
Our listed electrical work includes hardwiring suitable appliances such as cookers, dishwashers and washing machines. We need the appliance details and information about the intended position before confirming the request. The supplied installation instructions and the existing connection arrangement are part of the assessment.
A delivery and an electrical connection should be planned as separate practical stages. Let us know when the product will be available and whether an old appliance remains in position. We discuss the work requested rather than assume that removal, cabinetry alterations or other connections are automatically included with the electrical task.
Some appliances involve more than one type of work. If a kitchen installation also needs plumbing, explain that at booking so the relevant specialist and rates can be discussed. Our plumbing repairs and installations service covers that separate part of the enquiry. We do not describe a combined job as one standard electrical connection without reviewing what the product actually requires.
What happens around the work
| Stage | What we do | What helps |
|---|---|---|
| Initial discussion | Identify the fitting, fault and products involved. | A complete task list and photographs. |
| On-site assessment | Review the existing arrangement and access. | Information about known faults or previous changes. |
| Completion | Check the agreed work and relevant operation. | A contact available to review the result. |
Ventilation and alarm fittings.
We fit and replace suitable extractor fans, bathroom fans and cooker hoods, and replace faulty alarm fittings included in our listed service. Tell us the product type and the reason for the request. A fan that is being replaced in an existing position can present different requirements from a change to the product or its location.
We review the fitting, the existing arrangement and the access available. Product dimensions and installation instructions matter, particularly where a hood or fan meets cabinets, walls or other finishes. If the request also affects surrounding carpentry, tiling or decoration, include those details so the work can be discussed together.
For an alarm enquiry, identify the existing product and describe the issue without assuming that all alarm systems use the same replacement. Photographs and any product information help the initial discussion. We assess the relevant installation rather than promise that a generic device will replace every existing unit. Any additional work identified needs explanation and agreement before it is added to the booking.
Preparation before the electrical task.
We bring tools and equipment for the agreed electrical work and begin by reviewing the requested tasks and the relevant installation. We protect the immediate working area as appropriate and plan access to the fitting. The work is carried out with the necessary electrical precautions rather than treated as an ordinary accessory replacement.
Please tell us about known faults, previous alterations and any restrictions on access. The specialist needs to assess the actual conditions rather than rely on a description such as ‘a loose light’. If an issue affects the planned work, we explain what has been identified and discuss any further action before proceeding with additional tasks.
We keep the product instructions available during installation and review the relationship between the fitting and the existing arrangement. After the agreed work, we check the connections and operation relevant to the task. We discuss the completed work with you rather than leave a question about an incompatible product or an unresolved fault hidden behind a new fitting.
A clear description makes a better booking.
We work in occupied homes, rented properties and commercial premises. In a home, access to the fitting and the person who can answer questions are important. In a workplace, explain which areas are in use and any limits on when work can be carried out. Those arrangements should be discussed before a time is confirmed.
Tenants and property managers need a clear route for permissions and decisions. If someone else is authorising the work, nominate that contact and explain what has already been agreed. Building rules, access systems and any restrictions on working areas also need to be included in the enquiry.
Replacement products, parts and any agreed sourcing are separate from labour. We ask for fitting information so the proposed installation can be assessed before the visit, not because a photograph replaces an electrical inspection. Have the relevant products ready if you are supplying them and tell us promptly if a delivery changes. The following details are especially useful.
- The fitting or appliance type, model and installation information
- A clear description of the fault or the change requested
- Photographs showing the fitting and the surrounding access
- The full list of electrical tasks at the property
- Any building restrictions and the person authorised to approve work
Include electrical work in the room plan.
Electrical fittings often form part of a wider room improvement. We can discuss the relevant electrical tasks alongside a bathroom refurbishment, for example when a fan, light or towel rail is involved. The trades and sequence need to be considered before the decorative finish is treated as complete.
In a kitchen, a cooker hood or appliance connection may sit beside work on cabinets, splashbacks or plumbing. Give us the whole list at the enquiry stage. We can then discuss which specialist is needed for each task and how access and materials affect the booking. A mixed list is not automatically one visit by one person at a single general handyman rate.
Before finishing, we review the agreed electrical work and answer questions about the installed or replaced fittings. If you are arranging the appointment for an office, rental or another household, have the nominated contact available for that review. We distinguish what has been completed from any additional issue that needs a separate decision or further work.
Electrical rates, clearly separated.
Our published electrical labour rate for Monday–Friday, 8am–6pm, is £110 for the first hour, with a one-hour minimum. The first half hour is £61 and each subsequent half hour is £49. The listed weekday daily rate is £565. These electrical rates are separate from general handyman charges and should be used when discussing the electrical part of a booking.
Weekend and out-of-hours appointments use different published time bands. The product, the installation, the number of tasks and access also affect the work required. Check the full electrician price table and conditions and discuss your list before arranging the visit. We do not assign an identical duration to every light, fan or appliance connection.
Labour rates include taxes. Parts and materials cost extra, and agreed sourcing by an electrician is published at £52 per hour in addition to the items purchased. Parking is added if incurred, with congestion charges potentially applying when scooter attendance is not possible. Jobs taking more than a day require an on-site viewing. The published policy asks for at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or rearrange.
Electrical booking factors
| Factor | What changes the work | Booking consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | The new fitting may differ from the old product. | Review product instructions before confirming the task. |
| Access | High or obstructed locations need different arrangements. | Explain the position and nearby furniture. |
| Related work | Plumbing, cabinetry or decorative tasks may also be needed. | Discuss each trade and its applicable rate. |
Planning this work at a London address?
Read the area notes for Marylebone and Greenwich, or check our London and M25 coverage. Send your full postcode with the job details so we can review the work, access and relevant trade before arranging a visit.
BEFORE YOU ARRANGE THE VISIT
A few practical answers.
Can I supply a new light fitting?
Yes, send the product details and installation information before booking. We assess the proposed fitting with the existing arrangement and access. Keep the complete product and supplied parts available, and explain whether the old fitting is faulty or simply being replaced.
Is a cooker connection charged as a handyman task?
Electrical appliance hardwiring is discussed as electrical work and uses the relevant specialist rate. Tell us the model, the intended position and the existing arrangement. Any plumbing, removal or cabinet work should also be included in the initial enquiry.
Can you replace a bathroom extractor fan?
We assess suitable fan fitting and replacement requests. Provide the current product details, the proposed replacement and photographs of the location. Dimensions, access and the surrounding installation affect what is required.
Can several electrical jobs be booked together?
Yes, give us the complete list with room locations and product details. We discuss the work and access before arranging it. Several tasks may suit one appointment, but their condition and requirements determine what can be planned.
What if I change the replacement product before the visit?
Send the new model and installation information before the appointment. A different fitting or appliance can change compatibility, mounting requirements and the work needed. We review the changed product rather than assume that the original booking details still describe the installation.
What should a landlord provide for the appointment?
Send the task list, photographs and product information, and nominate the person who can authorise decisions. Explain access arrangements and any known faults. Permissions and the ability to contact the decision-maker should be settled before the specialist attends.
TELL US WHAT NEEDS DOING
Let’s plan
your visit.
Send your postcode, photographs and the full job list. We’ll discuss the work and the relevant booking arrangements.