Emergency Electrician Southampton & Surrounding Areas

If you’re dealing with a sudden power cut, burning smell, sparking sockets or a tripping fuse board, you need a reliable emergency electrician in Southampton you can trust.

We provide urgent electrical call-outs across Southampton and nearby areas including Eastleigh, Hedge End, Shirley, Portswood, Bitterne, Woolston and Chandlers Ford. Our focus is always safety first — making the installation safe, identifying the fault correctly, and restoring power where possible.

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🛡️ Fully qualified & insured ⚡ Emergency call-outs 💬 Clear pricing 📍 Local coverage

Emergency Electrical Problems We Fix

Southampton’s combination of residential estates, student accommodation, and commercial premises
means emergency electrical call-outs often involve overloaded circuits, RCD tripping, and faults
affecting multiple rooms or units.
Urgent attendance is especially important where power loss impacts occupied homes or businesses.

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Power outages

Loss of supply, circuits won’t stay on.

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Burning smells

Overheating sockets, wiring or boards.

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RCD/RCBO tripping

Repeated trips, breakers that won’t reset.

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Sparking sockets

Crackling/arcing at accessories or CU.

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Fuse board issues

Buzzing/heat, suspected CU problems.

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Lighting faults

Sudden loss, flicker, urgent diagnosis.

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Trusted Emergency Electricians in Southampton

When you’re dealing with an electrical emergency, you need someone who turns up prepared, works safely, and explains exactly what’s happening. Our emergency electricians in Southampton focus on making situations safe first, then restoring power where possible.

  • Clear fault-finding — no guesswork or shortcuts
  • Immediate make-safe to reduce fire and shock risk
  • Transparent pricing explained before work continues
  • Domestic, landlord & commercial emergencies
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What happens when we arrive

  1. Isolate the fault and make everything safe
  2. Test affected circuits and equipment
  3. Explain the issue in plain English
  4. Restore power or provide next-step options
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Safety First — Make-Safe Then Restore

Electrical emergencies are about reducing risk immediately. We’ll isolate the fault, make everything safe, then carry out proper checks to restore power where possible. If parts are required, we’ll explain options clearly and keep you safe until repairs are complete.

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Coverage & Pricing

Areas Covered

  • Southampton
  • Shirley
  • Portswood
  • Bitterne
  • Woolston
  • Bassett
  • Swaythling
  • St Mary’s
  • Eastleigh
  • Hedge End
  • West End
  • Chandlers Ford
  • Totton
  • Bursledon
  • Netley Abbey
  • Romsey

Pricing

Emergency Electrician Call-Out Prices

Standard hours (Mon–Fri 8am–6pm):

£95 call-out (includes first 30 minutes)

Out-of-hours / weekends / bank holidays:

£145 call-out (includes first 30 minutes)

After the included time, work is charged at:

£95 per hour (standard hours)

£125 per hour (out-of-hours)

Billed in 30-minute increments.

Any parts required will be quoted before fitting.

FAQs

How quickly can an emergency electrician attend in Southampton?

Response times depend on traffic and availability, but emergency call-outs in Southampton are prioritised. We focus first on safety-critical issues such as power loss, burning smells, or exposed wiring.


Do you cover Eastleigh and Hedge End for emergency call-outs?

Yes. We regularly attend emergency electrical call-outs in Eastleigh, Hedge End, West End and surrounding Southampton suburbs. These areas are included within our normal emergency coverage.


What counts as an electrical emergency?

Power loss, burning smells/overheating, sparking sockets, exposed wiring, flood-damaged electrics, or faults affecting essential lighting/heating should be treated as urgent.

Are emergency call-outs available at night or weekends?

Yes. Emergency call-outs are available outside normal working hours, including evenings and weekends. Out-of-hours rates apply and will always be explained clearly before attendance.

Will you fix the problem during the same visit?

In many cases, yes. Most emergency faults can be diagnosed and resolved on the first visit. If replacement parts or additional work are required, we’ll make everything safe first, then explain the next steps clearly before proceeding.

Do you cover rented properties and landlord emergencies?


Yes. We attend emergency call-outs for landlords, letting agents, and tenants across Southampton. This includes loss of power, unsafe electrics, and urgent faults that affect habitability or safety. Documentation can be provided where required.

Should I turn off the power before you arrive?


If it is safe to do so, turning off the affected circuit or main switch can reduce risk. However, never touch exposed wiring or damaged equipment. If you’re unsure, leave everything as it is and call us for immediate guidance.

Request Emergency Assistance

Use this form for urgent call-outs — we’ll respond as quickly as possible. For immediate assistance, call 07572 378229.