RN Electrical Services
A small, Chorlton-based electrical business run by Rashied, with nearly 20 years' experience. They work mainly in homes…
Electricians in Chorlton
Find a local electrician in Chorlton
There are 9 electricians on Houzie covering Chorlton (M21), including 1 based in Chorlton itself. For a rewire, a new fuse box or an extra circuit, choose one registered with NICEIC, NAPIT or another government-approved scheme, get a written quote, and make sure you're given a certificate when the work is finished.
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From rewiring a Victorian terrace off Beech Road to fitting a charge point on a driveway near Chorlton Water Park, find electricians who cover M21 and get in touch with them directly.
Electricians based in Chorlton
See 8 more electricians further down the page that offer services in Chorlton.
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Electricians near Chorlton
Verified and best-rated businesses are shown first. Each of these businesses covers Chorlton (M21).
Electric-Call Services Ltd
Electric-Call Services is a Didsbury-based electrical company working across Greater Manchester, with a second branch…
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…
F.G. Miller & Son
F.G. Miller & Son is a family-run firm of electrical contractors on Wilmslow Road in Withington, carrying out…
MAP Electrical
MAP Electrical is a Fallowfield-based electrical contractor, set up in 2015 by Amrik Pall, who has more than 15 years'…
FiveStars Electrical Ltd
FiveStars Electrical is a NAPIT-qualified electrical company based on the Clarke Industrial Estate in Stretford…
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…
Price guide
How much does an electrician cost in Chorlton?
Electricians don't publish one price list for M21, so these figures come from recent UK cost guides. Rates in south Manchester tend to sit close to the national average outside London. Older houses can take longer to work on, so treat these as a starting point and ask for 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 Chorlton homes need?
Rewiring a period house
Much of Chorlton was built between the 1860s and the 1920s, so many homes have been rewired in patches over the years. A full rewire sorts out mixed-age wiring in one go. Doing it before you replaster or redecorate saves making good twice.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectReplacing an old fuse box
If your home still has a fuse box with pull-out fuses or no RCD protection, a modern consumer unit will cut the power fast if a fault develops. It's one of the most common upgrades in older M21 homes.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectEICRs for rented homes
Chorlton has a lot of rented flats and shared houses. Landlords need an Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every five years, and many local electricians do these as a regular part of their work.
Kitchen, loft and extension electrics
Knocking through, converting the loft or adding a rear extension usually means new circuits, extra sockets and new lighting. Bring your electrician in early so the cables go in before the walls are finished.
Charge points for electric cars
If you have off-street parking, a home charger goes on its own circuit. Your installer should notify Electricity North West, the network operator for Greater Manchester.
Planning this? See the Home EV charger projectTracing faults and tripping
Lights that flicker, a socket that's gone dead, or a trip switch that won't stay up are all worth getting looked at. In older houses, the cause is often old wiring or a hidden junction box.
Smaller jobs worth asking about while they're there
- Extra double sockets
- USB and USB-C sockets
- New ceiling lights
- Kitchen downlights
- Outside sockets for the garden
- Security lighting
- Linked mains smoke alarms
- Electric shower circuits
- Cooker connections
- Bathroom extractor fans
- Video doorbells
- Shed and garden office power
- Smart heating controls
Before you hire
How do I choose a good electrician in Chorlton?
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Check their registration
Ask which competent person scheme they belong to, such as NICEIC or NAPIT, then look them up on the Competent Person Electrical Register. A registered electrician can sign off notifiable work without you having to involve Manchester City Council's building control.
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Ask what paperwork you'll get
New circuits should come with an Electrical Installation Certificate. Smaller jobs get a Minor Works Certificate. Notifiable work also comes with a Building Regulations compliance certificate. Keep them with your house deeds.
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Get a quote that spells it out
With older houses especially, check whether the quote covers lifting and refitting floorboards, chasing walls and making good the plaster afterwards.
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Make sure they're insured
Ask to see public liability insurance before anyone starts work on your property.
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Agree how and when you'll pay
A deposit for materials is normal on a bigger job. Leave the final payment until the work is finished, tested and certified.
Qualifications worth asking about
- Scheme membership: NICEIC, NAPIT or another government-approved competent person scheme.
- Level 3 qualification: Such as an NVQ Level 3 in electrotechnical services, usually with the AM2 practical assessment.
- Wiring Regulations: A current certificate in BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations, often shown as City & Guilds 2382.
- Inspection and testing: Needed for EICRs and for certifying work, for example City & Guilds 2391.
- ECS card: The industry ID card that confirms an electrician's qualifications.
What should I ask before booking?
- Have you worked on older houses like mine before?
- Which scheme are you with, and what's your registration number?
- Will you deal with building control and give me the certificates?
- Does the price include making good walls and floors?
- How long will we be without power, and for how many days?
- What guarantee do you give on the work?
Your responsibilities
What do owners, landlords and renters in Chorlton need to know?
If you own your home
The electrics are yours to look after.
- Use a registered electrician for notifiable jobs
- File every certificate. You'll need them when you sell
- Thinking of buying an older Chorlton house? An EICR shows what you're taking on
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.
- You're entitled to see the latest EICR, so ask for it
- Tell your landlord or letting agent about any fault or scorch mark straight away
- Don't change the wiring yourself. Ask for an electrician to be sent
What should I do in an electrical emergency in Chorlton?
Get an electrician out as soon as you can if you spot:
- A smell of burning, or brown marks around a socket or switch
- A buzzing or crackling noise from a socket or the fuse box
- A trip switch that flips straight back down every time
- A leak dripping near lights, sockets or the consumer unit
If you can do it safely, turn the power off at the consumer unit and keep away from anything wet or damaged. Emergency and out-of-hours call-outs cost more, so ask about the price before the electrician sets off.
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Questions
Questions about electricians in Chorlton
Which electricians cover Chorlton?
The electricians listed on this page all say they cover Chorlton and the M21 postcode. Many also work in neighbouring areas such as Whalley Range, Stretford, Didsbury and Sale, so check the nearby areas too.
How much is a rewire for a terraced house in Chorlton?
Recent cost guides put a full rewire of a two-bed house in Manchester at around £4,500, and a three-bed at around £6,500. Older houses with original floors and plaster can cost more, because there's more lifting and making good. Get two or three written quotes.
My house is in a conservation area. Does that affect electrical work?
Work inside the house is covered by the normal building regulations. Anything fixed to the outside, especially the front, such as a car charger, meter box or security light, may need planning permission in a conservation area. Check with Manchester City Council's planning team first.
Do I need building regulations approval to replace my fuse box?
Yes. Replacing a consumer unit is notifiable work in England. A registered electrician will notify building control for you and give you a compliance certificate. Otherwise you'd need to apply to Manchester City Council's building control before the work starts.
Who do I tell about a new EV charger?
Your installer should notify Electricity North West, the network operator for Greater Manchester, and certify the new circuit. You don't usually need to contact them yourself.
How do I know an electrician is genuinely registered?
Ask for their scheme and registration number, and check it on the Competent Person Electrical Register. On Houzie, a Verified badge means we've also checked the business's documents.
I rent a flat in Chorlton. Who pays for electrical repairs?
In most private rentals, your landlord is responsible for the wiring and fixed electrics. Report any problem to them or to your letting agent in writing, and ask for a copy of the latest EICR.
What should I do if the power goes off on my street?
Call 105, the free power cut number, to report it or to check for planned work. If only your home is affected, check the consumer unit first. If something has tripped and won't reset, call an electrician.
I'm an electrician working in Chorlton. Can I list my business?
Yes. A basic listing on Houzie is free. Add your business, choose Chorlton and any other areas you cover, and we'll check your details and publish your listing.
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