F.G. Miller & Son
F.G. Miller & Son is a family-run firm of electrical contractors on Wilmslow Road in Withington, carrying out…
Electricians in Withington
Find a local electrician in Withington
There are 8 electricians on Houzie covering Withington (M20), including 1 based in Withington itself. Whether it's an EICR for a shared house, a rewire in a Victorian villa or a new fuse box, choose an electrician registered with NICEIC, NAPIT or another approved scheme, and get a written quote before work starts.
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From safety checks on shared houses to rewiring a Victorian villa off Wilmslow Road, find electricians who cover Withington and M20 and contact them directly.
Electricians based in Withington
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Electricians near Withington
Verified and best-rated businesses are shown first. Each of these businesses covers Withington (M20).
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…
RN Electrical Services
A small, Chorlton-based electrical business run by Rashied, with nearly 20 years' experience. They work mainly in homes…
MAP Electrical
MAP Electrical is a Fallowfield-based electrical contractor, set up in 2015 by Amrik Pall, who has more than 15 years'…
Simon Christopher Electrical Ltd
Simon Christopher Electrical is a Sale-based electrical company run by Simon Dunn, who has been qualified for 12 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 Withington?
Electricians don't publish one price list for M20, so these figures come from recent UK cost guides. Rates in south Manchester tend to be close to the national average outside London. Shared houses with more rooms take longer to test, so always 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 Withington homes need?
EICRs for rented and shared houses
Withington has a lot of rented homes and shared houses. Landlords need an Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every five years, and many local electricians do these week in, week out.
Electrics in shared houses (HMOs)
A house shared by five or more people from two or more households needs an HMO licence from the council. Licences come with safety conditions, so landlords often need upgrades such as extra sockets, better lighting or linked alarms.
Rewiring Victorian houses
Withington grew from a village into a suburb from the mid-1800s, and many of its larger villas date from that time. Old, patched wiring is common, and a full rewire sorts it out in one go.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectReplacing an old fuse box
If your consumer unit has rewireable fuses or no RCD protection, a modern one will cut the power fast if a fault develops.
Planning this? See the Rewire or new fuse box projectExtra sockets and kitchen circuits
Older houses rarely have enough sockets for modern living, especially in bedrooms and kitchens. More sockets means fewer overloaded extension leads.
Tracing faults and tripping
Flickering lights, a dead socket or a trip switch that won't stay up are worth getting checked, especially in a house with several people using the same circuits.
Smaller jobs to add on while they're there
- Extra double sockets
- USB-C sockets
- New ceiling lights
- Linked smoke and heat alarms
- Emergency lighting
- Electric shower circuits
- Cooker connections
- Bathroom extractor fans
- Outside lighting
- Video doorbells
- Electric heater checks
- Smart heating controls
Before you hire
How do I choose a good electrician in Withington?
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Check their registration
Ask which competent person scheme they belong to, 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 rented and shared houses
If you're a landlord, ask whether they regularly do EICRs and HMO work, and how quickly they can fix anything the report finds.
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Get a written, itemised quote
For an EICR, ask what's included and what any repairs would cost. For bigger jobs, check whether making good is included.
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Check their insurance
Ask to see public liability insurance before work starts.
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Agree access with tenants
Give tenants notice, and agree times with them, so the electrician can get into every room.
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?
- Do you do EICRs and HMO work regularly?
- How soon can you fix anything the EICR finds?
- Will you give me all the certificates I need for the council?
- Does the price include making good walls and floors?
- What guarantee do you give on the work?
Your responsibilities
What do owners, landlords and renters in Withington 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
- Five or more sharers from two or more households? You need an HMO licence from the council
If you rent or share
The wiring is your landlord's responsibility.
- Ask for a copy of the latest EICR. You're entitled to see it
- Report faults or scorch marks to your landlord or agent in writing
- Don't overload extension leads or change the wiring yourself
What should I do in an electrical emergency in Withington?
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 keeps flipping back down
- 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. In a rented or shared house, tell your landlord or agent straight away. Out-of-hours call-outs cost more, so ask the price first.
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Questions
Questions about electricians in Withington
Which electricians cover Withington?
The electricians listed on this page all say they cover Withington and the M20 postcode. Many also work in Didsbury, Fallowfield and Chorlton, so check the nearby areas too.
Does a shared house in Withington need an HMO licence?
In England, a house shared by five or more people from two or more households needs a mandatory HMO licence from the council. Check with Manchester City Council's licensing team for your property, as the rules and any local schemes can change.
How often does a rented house 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. Fix anything the report calls for, usually within 28 days.
How much is a rewire for a Victorian house in Withington?
Recent cost guides put a full rewire of a three-bed house in Manchester at around £6,500. Bigger houses with more rooms cost more, and so does work in an occupied house. Get two or three written quotes.
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.
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 working in Withington. Can I list my business?
Yes. A basic listing on Houzie is free. Add your business, choose Withington and the other areas you cover, and we'll check your details and publish your listing.
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Near you
Which electricians cover areas near Withington?
Many electricians who work in Withington also cover the rest of south Manchester. If you want more choice, try these areas.
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- Wilmslow 6
Manchester
- Manchester City Centre 4
- Ancoats & New Islington
- Hulme & Moss Side 3
- Whalley Range 3
- Chorlton 9
- Didsbury 11
- Withington 8
- Fallowfield & Rusholme 7
- Levenshulme & Burnage 4
- Gorton 1
- Longsight & Ardwick 1
- Openshaw & Clayton
- Cheetham Hill
- Blackley & Crumpsall 1
- Moston & Newton Heath
- Wythenshawe 8
- Northenden 8
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