RJ Newall Electrical
RJ Newall Electrical is a Cheadle-based domestic electrical contractor, trading since 2004, with more than 30 years'…
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Electricians in Cheadle & Gatley
There are 10 electricians on Houzie covering Cheadle and Gatley (SK8), including 2 based in Cheadle & Gatley itself. Whether it's a rewire for a Victorian house, a new fuse box for a 1930s semi or a car charger on the drive, choose an electrician registered with NICEIC, NAPIT or another approved scheme, and get a written quote.
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From rewiring a Victorian house off Cheadle High Street to fitting a car charger on a 1930s semi in Gatley, find electricians who cover SK8 and contact them directly.
Electricians based in Cheadle & Gatley
See 8 more electricians further down the page that offer services in Cheadle & Gatley.
The Bright Guy
The Bright Guy is John Norbury, a fully qualified, NAPIT-registered electrician based in Gatley, Stockport. He takes on…
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Electricians near Cheadle & Gatley
Verified and best-rated businesses are shown first. Each of these businesses covers Cheadle & Gatley (SK8).
RN Electrical Services
A small, Chorlton-based electrical business run by Rashied, with nearly 20 years' experience. They work mainly in homes…
Electric-Call Services Ltd
Electric-Call Services is a Didsbury-based electrical company working across Greater Manchester, with a second branch…
CEB Electrics
CEB Electrics is an electrical contractor with an office on Stamford Street in Altrincham and a second base in…
Simon Christopher Electrical Ltd
Simon Christopher Electrical is a Sale-based electrical company run by Simon Dunn, who has been qualified for 12 years…
P.A.B Electrical Services
P.A.B Electrical Services is an electrician based in Hazel Grove, Stockport, working across Greater Manchester. Call or…
E & S Electrical Services
E & S Electrical Services is a Wythenshawe-based electrical business run by Edward Williamson, with more than 10 years'…
Paul Robertson Electrical
Paul Robertson Electrical is a NAPIT-registered electrician based in Northenden, and a TrustMark registered business…
Radar Electrical Installations Ltd
Radar Electrical Installations is a Stockport-based electrical company with more than 15 years' experience, serving…
Price guide
How much does an electrician cost in Cheadle and Gatley?
Electricians don't publish one price list for SK8, so these figures come from recent UK cost guides. Rates around Stockport and south Manchester tend to sit close to the national average outside London. Use them as a starting point and get a written quote.
| Job | Typical price | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly rate | Around £45 an hour[1] | – |
| Day rate | Around £335 a day[1] | – |
| Emergency or out-of-hours work | £80–£110+ an hour[1] | – |
| Replace a socket | £25–£80[1] | Under an hour |
| Fit a new light fitting | £40–£120[1] | About an hour |
| Fault finding | £50–£200[1] | Varies |
| EICR (electrical safety report) | £125–£300[1] | Depends on home size |
| Consumer unit (fuse box) replacement | £450–£750[2] | 4–6 hours |
| Home EV charger (7kW, installed) | £800–£1,200[3] | 2–4 hours on the day |
| Full rewire, 2-bed house | Around £4,500[4] | 3–4 days |
| Full rewire, 3-bed house | Around £6,500[4] | 4–5 days |
Common jobs
What electrical work do Cheadle and Gatley homes need?
Upgrading the fuse box in a 1930s semi
Cheadle and Gatley more than doubled in size between the wars, so there are lots of 1930s semis. An older consumer unit without RCD protection is worth replacing, especially before adding a shower, charger or heat pump.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectRewiring Victorian houses
Many 1800s houses still stand in the centre of Cheadle village. Wiring in homes this age has usually been patched over the years, and a full rewire sorts it out in one go.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectCharge points for electric cars
Most semis have a drive. A home charger goes on its own circuit, and your installer should notify Electricity North West, the network operator for Greater Manchester.
Planning this? See the Home EV charger projectExtensions, kitchens and lofts
A kitchen extension or loft conversion means new circuits, more sockets and new lighting. Bring your electrician in early so the cables go in before plastering.
EICRs for rented homes
Landlords need an Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every five years, and it's worth having one before you buy an older house.
Garden lighting and power
Outside sockets, garden lighting and power to a shed or garden room need proper outdoor cable and RCD protection.
Smaller jobs to add on while they're there
- Extra double sockets
- USB-C sockets
- New ceiling lights
- Kitchen downlights
- Outside sockets
- Garden lighting
- Security lighting
- Linked smoke alarms
- Electric shower circuits
- Cooker connections
- Bathroom extractor fans
- Video doorbells
- Smart heating controls
Before you hire
How do I choose a good electrician in Cheadle or Gatley?
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Check their registration
Ask which competent person scheme they're with, such as NICEIC or NAPIT, and look them up on the Competent Person Electrical Register. A registered electrician can sign off notifiable work without you applying to Stockport Council's building control.
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Ask what paperwork you'll get
New circuits come with an Electrical Installation Certificate, and small jobs with a Minor Works Certificate. Notifiable work also comes with a Building Regulations compliance certificate.
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Get a quote that spells it out
Check whether it covers lifting floorboards, chasing walls and making good the plaster afterwards.
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Check their insurance
Ask to see public liability insurance before work starts.
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Agree how and when you'll pay
A deposit for materials is normal on a bigger job. Pay the balance once the work is tested and certified.
Qualifications to look for
- Competent person scheme: Registration with a scheme such as NICEIC or NAPIT, so they can self-certify notifiable work.
- Level 3 electrical qualification: For example an NVQ Level 3 in electrotechnical services, usually backed by the AM2 practical assessment.
- Wiring Regulations (BS 7671): An up-to-date certificate in the IET Wiring Regulations, often listed as City & Guilds 2382.
- Inspection and testing: Needed for EICRs and certifying work, for example City & Guilds 2391.
- ECS card: The industry ID card that shows an electrician's qualifications and experience.
What should I ask before booking?
- Which scheme are you with, and what's your registration number?
- Have you worked on houses like mine before?
- Will you notify building control and give me the certificates?
- Does the price include making good walls and floors?
- Can my fuse box take a car charger, or will it need upgrading?
- What guarantee do you give on the work?
Your responsibilities
What do owners, landlords and renters in Cheadle and Gatley need to know?
If you own your home
The electrics are yours to look after.
- Use a registered electrician for notifiable work
- Keep every certificate. You'll need them when you sell
- In a conservation area? Check before fixing anything new to the front
If you let a property
Private landlords in England have legal duties.
- Get the electrics inspected and tested at least every five years
- Give tenants a copy of the report before they move in, or within 28 days of the inspection
- Arrange any remedial work the report calls for, usually within 28 days
If you rent
The wiring is your landlord's responsibility.
- Ask for a copy of the latest EICR
- Housing association tenants: report faults to your landlord's repairs team
- Don't change the wiring yourself
What should I do in an electrical emergency in Cheadle or Gatley?
Get an electrician out as soon as you can if you notice:
- A burning smell, or brown marks on a socket or switch
- Buzzing or crackling from a socket or the fuse box
- A trip switch that won't stay up
- Water near lights, sockets or the consumer unit
If it's safe, switch off at the consumer unit and keep away from anything wet or damaged. Out-of-hours call-outs cost more, so ask the price before the electrician sets off.
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Questions
Questions about electricians in Cheadle and Gatley
Which electricians cover Cheadle and Gatley?
The electricians listed on this page all say they cover Cheadle, Gatley and the SK8 postcode. Many also work in Cheadle Hulme, Heald Green, Didsbury and Northenden, so check the nearby areas too.
Who do I tell about electrical work in Cheadle?
Cheadle and Gatley are in Stockport, so building control is Stockport Council, not Manchester. A registered electrician will notify them for you and give you a compliance certificate.
How much is a rewire for a house in Cheadle or Gatley?
Recent cost guides put a full rewire of a three-bed house in Manchester at around £6,500. Older Victorian houses can cost more, because of the lifting and making good. Get two or three written quotes.
Can I have an EV charger fitted?
Yes, if you have off-street parking. The charger needs its own circuit and is notifiable work, so use a registered electrician or EV installer. They should notify Electricity North West for you.
My house is in a conservation area. Does that affect electrical work?
Work inside is covered by the normal building regulations. Anything fixed to the outside, especially the front, may need permission in the Cheadle Village or Gatley Village conservation areas. Check with Stockport Council's planning team first.
What should I do if the power goes off on my street?
Call 105, the free power cut number. If it's only your home, check the consumer unit first. If something has tripped and won't reset, call an electrician.
I'm an electrician based in Cheadle or Gatley. Can I list my business?
Yes. A basic listing on Houzie is free. Add your business, choose Cheadle & Gatley and the other areas you cover, and we'll check your details and publish your listing.
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- Gorton 1
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