Emergency Electrician Prices
Fixed rates. No surprises.
WEEKDAY EMERGENCY
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
£80 /hour
✓30-minute response
✓Parts at cost only
WEEKEND EMERGENCY
Saturday - Sunday
8am - 1pm
£120 /hour
✓Same fast service
✓Fixed pricing
OUT OF HOURS
Nights & Holidays
Anytime
£150 /hour
✓24/7 availability
✓Emergency priority
What Is an Electrical Emergency?
🔴 CALL IMMEDIATELY — Dangerous
Complete power loss • Burning smell • Visible sparks • Electric shock • Exposed wires • Water near electrics • Smoke from fuse box
🟡 CALL TODAY — Urgent
RCD keeps tripping • One circuit out • Flickering lights • Hot sockets • Buzzing sounds
🟢 CAN WAIT — Book Appointment
Not sure? Call us and we will tell you honestly if it's an emergency or can wait.
What Happens When You Call
Simple, fast emergency response
1
You Call — We Answer
Real person answers 24/7. No voicemail. We give immediate safety advice.
2
We're On Our Way
NICEIC electrician dispatched. We text you their name, photo, and ETA.
3
Diagnosis & Quote
We find the fault and explain in plain English. Written quote before work.
4
Problem Solved
We fix it using parts from our van (95% of jobs). Test everything, clean up.
Common Emergencies
What we fix most in Liverpool homes
Complete Power Loss
£80-£240
⏱ 15-60 mins
Partial Power Loss
£80-£160
⏱ 10-45 mins
RCD Keeps Tripping
£80-£250
⏱ 30-60 mins
Burning Smell/Sparks
£120-£400
⏱ 45-90 mins
Why Choose Ideal Electrical?
30-minute guaranteed response
Fastest in Liverpool
Real person answers 24/7
No voicemail, No Ai
Fixed pricing
£80/£120/£150, no surprises
NICEIC approved 30+ years
1,200+ emergencies fixed
Parts on van
95% fixed first visit
What Customers Say
5.0
★★★★★
220 reviews
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Sarah M. Aigburth
★★★★★ 1 week ago
"Power went out at 11pm, they had us sorted by 11:35pm. Amazing service!"
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John K., Anfield
★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
"Best emergency electrician in Liverpool. Fair pricing, no messing about."
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David R. West Derby
★★★★★ 2 months ago
"30 years in Liverpool and these are the most honest electricians I've used."
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More Questions People Ask
Q
Do you actually answer calls at 3am?
Yes! We're one of the few Liverpool electricians who answer 24/7. Real person, not voicemail. Try calling us at 11pm. We will answer within 3 rings.
Q
Do you charge a call-out fee?
No separate call-out fee. You pay our hourly rate from when we start diagnosing. Minimum charge is 1 hour.
Q
What if you can't fix my emergency?
We fix 95% of emergencies first visit. If we genuinely can't due to parts or complexity, the call-out is free.
Q
Do you charge extra for city centre?
No extra charges. Same rates whether you're in L1 city centre or L25 Woolton. Only parking charges added if needed.
Q
Can you fix old Liverpool houses?
Yes! 30+ years experience with Victorian terraces, Georgian houses, and period properties. We understand old wiring systems and bring them up to current IET wiring regulations.
Try This First
Free Emergency Electrical Guide
This fixes 40% of electrical problems
1
Check Your Fuse Box
Look for the main switch labeled RCD, RCBO, or Main Switch. Usually under stairs, in a cupboard, or garage.
2
Reset Your System
Turn OFF all switches including main RCD. Turn ON the RCD first. Turn each circuit ON one by one.
3
Identify the Faulty Circuit
If one circuit trips, unplug everything from it. Try resetting. Plug items back one by one to find the fault.
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If you smell burning or see sparks, STOP and call us immediately on 07399 676656
Fully Qualified
1
NICEIC Approved
30+ years
2
City & Guilds
Formal training
3
18th Edition
BS 7671
4
JIB Gold Card
Industry rated
Insurance:
What we find most often
✓
Public liability: £2,000,000
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Professional indemnity included
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Competent Person Scheme registered
What To Do In An Emergency
If you smell burning:
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Don't try to find the source
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Turn off main power if safe
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Get everyone out
✓
Call us from outside
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If flames, call 999 first
If someone gets shocked:
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Don't touch them while in contact
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Turn off power at mains
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If unconscious, call 999
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Call us to find the fault
NEVER: Touch exposed wires • Use water on electrical fires • Try DIY repairs • Ignore burning smells
Our Fault-Finding Process
1
Visual Inspection
Check fuse box, sockets, light switches or lights for obvious damage, burn marks, or wear.
2
Circuit Isolation
Turn off all circuits, test one by one to identify the problem area.
3
Meter Testing
Check voltage, continuity, and insulation resistance with professional equipment.
4
Problem Found
Explain the issue in plain English, provide quote, fix it (often same visit).
What we find most often
Water ingress
10%
Rodents
10%
People Also Ask
Q
How much do emergency electricians charge?
Emergency electrician costs in Liverpool range from £80-£150/hour. Weekdays £80/hr, weekends £120/hr, nights £150/hr. Most call-outs take 30-90 minutes. Parts charged separately at cost.
Q
How long do emergency electricians take to arrive?
Response times vary: Ideal Electrical: 30 minutes guaranteed (avg 22 min). Most local electricians: 1-2 hours. National services: 2-4 hours
Q
Can bad wiring cause a fire?
Yes. Faulty wiring causes around 20,000 UK house fires annually. Warning signs: frequent tripping, flickering lights, burning smell, warm outlets, sparks when plugging in.
Q
Is it safe to leave plugs on overnight?
Most modern appliances, yes. ✅ Safe: fridges, phone chargers, TVs, routers. ❌ Switch off: electric heaters, old appliances, frayed cables.
Q
How much for an electrician to check wiring?
A full wiring inspection (EICR) costs £99-£140 in Liverpool depending on property size. Checks all circuits, wiring, and consumer unit with certificate issued.
Why Is My Power Out?
Your house only and neighbours have power
Cause
Solution
Tripped RCD/fuse
Reset at fuse box
Faulty appliance
Unplug and reset
Overloaded circuit
Reduce load
Meter issue
Check prepay credit
Main fuse blown
Call us
Whole street/area:
Report to 105 (free) or check ukpowernetworks.co.uk, This is a power cut, not a fault in your home.
Tip: Check neighbours' lights and streetlights to tell the difference.
Electrical Fire Risks
Electrical faults cause 20,000 UK house fires each year. Liverpool's older housing is particularly at risk.
Warning signs
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Frequently tripping fuses
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Flickering or dimming lights
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Burning smell, no source
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Warm or discoloured outlets
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Sparks when plugging in
High-risk Liverpool properties
Property
Risk
1960s builds
Aluminium wiring
HMO conversions
Overloaded circuits
A £99 EICR inspection is far cheaper than a house fire.
Commercial Emergencies
24/7 cover for Liverpool businesses
Electrical emergencies in commercial properties can't wait. Lost power means lost revenue, spoiled stock, and safety risks.
Under HSE regulations, employers must ensure electrical systems are safe and properly maintained. Liverpool City Council also requires valid electrical certificates for many licensed premises.
We cover
Shops
Restaurants
Offices
Warehouses
Hotels
Salons
Same rates as residential. No "commercial premium." Evenings and weekends available.
30-Min Response Areas
Liverpool City Centre
City Centre • Ropewalks • Albert Dock • Baltic Triangle • Georgian Quarter • University Area • Hope Street
North Liverpool
Anfield • Everton • Kirkdale • Walton • Bootle • Kirkby • Aintree • Crosby • Croxteth • Norris Green • Maghull • Formby • Southport
South Liverpool
Toxteth • Aigburth • Allerton • Garston • Speke • Childwall • Gateacre • Woolton • Hunt's Cross
East Liverpool & Beyond
Old Swan • Knotty Ash • West Derby • Huyton • St Helens • Prescot • Wirral • Warrington