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Electricians in Northenden
Find a local electrician in Northenden
There are 8 electricians on Houzie covering Northenden (M22), including 1 based in Northenden itself. Whether it's a rewire for a Victorian house near the river, 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 by the Mersey to fitting a car charger off Palatine Road, find electricians who cover Northenden and M22 and contact them directly.
Electricians based in Northenden
See 7 more electricians further down the page that offer services in Northenden.
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Nearby: Manchester City CentreAncoats & New IslingtonHulme & Moss SideWhalley RangeChorltonDidsburyWithingtonFallowfield & RusholmeLevenshulme & BurnageGortonLongsight & ArdwickOpenshaw & ClaytonCheetham HillBlackley & CrumpsallMoston & Newton HeathWythenshawe
Electricians near Northenden
Verified and best-rated businesses are shown first. Each of these businesses covers Northenden (M22).
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…
E & S Electrical Services
E & S Electrical Services is a Wythenshawe-based electrical business run by Edward Williamson, with more than 10 years'…
RJ Newall Electrical
RJ Newall Electrical is a Cheadle-based domestic electrical contractor, trading since 2004, with more than 30 years'…
The Bright Guy
The Bright Guy is John Norbury, a fully qualified, NAPIT-registered electrician based in Gatley, Stockport. He takes on…
Price guide
How much does an electrician cost in Northenden?
Electricians don't publish one price list for M22, so these figures come from recent UK cost guides. Rates in 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 Northenden homes need?
Rewiring Victorian and Edwardian houses
Much of the riverside part of Northenden was built in Victorian and Edwardian times. Wiring in houses 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 projectUpgrading the fuse box in a 1930s semi
Northenden spread out in the first half of the 20th century, so there are lots of interwar semis. An older consumer unit without RCD protection is worth replacing.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectCharge points for electric cars
If you have a drive, 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 projectExtensions and kitchens
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 and outdoor 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 Northenden?
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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 Manchester City Council's building control.
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Ask about houses like yours
Older houses can hide surprises. Ask whether they've rewired Victorian or Edwardian houses before.
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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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Keep the paperwork
You should get an Electrical Installation Certificate for new circuits, or a Minor Works Certificate for small jobs, plus a Building Regulations compliance certificate for notifiable work.
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 older houses like mine?
- 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 Northenden 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
- Buying an older 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.
- Ask for a copy of the latest EICR
- Report faults or scorch marks to your landlord or agent in writing
- Don't change the wiring yourself
What should I do in an electrical emergency in Northenden?
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 Northenden
Which electricians cover Northenden?
The electricians listed on this page all say they cover Northenden and the M22 postcode. Many also work in Didsbury, Wythenshawe and Sale, so check the nearby areas too.
Do I need building regulations approval for a new fuse box?
Yes. A new consumer unit is notifiable work in England. A registered electrician will notify building control and give you a compliance certificate. Otherwise you need to apply to Manchester City Council's building control before work starts.
How much is a rewire for a house in Northenden?
Recent cost guides put a full rewire of a three-bed house in Manchester at around £6,500. Older Victorian and Edwardian houses can cost more, because of the lifting and making good. Get two or three written quotes.
Can I have an EV charger fitted in Northenden?
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.
How often does a rented home need an EICR?
At least every five years, under the national rules for private landlords in England. Give a copy to new tenants before they move in, and to existing tenants within 28 days of the inspection.
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 Northenden. Can I list my business?
Yes. A basic listing on Houzie is free. Add your business, choose Northenden and the other areas you cover, and we'll check your details and publish your listing.
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