Emergency electrician in Budleigh Salterton
Prices Illustrative
Range £95–£195 · Devon avg £120
Emergency electrician in Budleigh Salterton typically costs £130, with most jobs between £95 and £195, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 hrs on site; the next local slot is today. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Emergency electrician across Budleigh Salterton and EX9. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent emergency electrician jobs near Budleigh Salterton
Emergency electrician for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
Emergency electrician in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
Emergency electrician for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Emergency electrician in Budleigh Salterton: key facts
- Typical price £130
- Range £95–£195
- 1–2 hrs on site
- Next slot: same day
- 4 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Budleigh Salterton
Prices Illustrative- Emergency electrician
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Budleigh | EX9 1 | 1.7 mi |
| Otterton | EX9 3 | 2.4 mi |
| Knowle | EX9 2 | 1.1 mi |
| Colaton Raleigh | EX10 3 | 3.5 mi |
What Budleigh Salterton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for emergency electrician within 10 miles of Budleigh Salterton, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Budleigh Salterton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budleigh Salterton | £130 | £95–£195 | Same day |
| Exmouth | £110 | £85–£170 | Same day |
| Sidmouth | £120 | £90–£175 | Same day |
| Devon average | £120 | £90–£180 | 4 days |
| UK average | £135 | £100–£215 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- 08:00Arrive
Quick survey and confirm the fixed price.
- 08:15Isolate
Power off at the main switch; fridge and alarms noted.
- 08:30Work
Emergency electrician carried out.
- 10:00Test
Insulation, earth and RCD tests to BS 7671.
- 10:30Power on
Circuits re-energised and labelled.
- 10:45Paperwork
Certificate emailed the same day.
Budleigh Salterton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | East Devon District Council handles building control for Budleigh Salterton. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Older stone and render, many holiday lets. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Coastal: salt air shortens the life of outdoor fittings, so IP65+ is advised. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
Power cut or fuse box?
- Check if neighbours or street lights are off too.
- Look at your fuse box: is a switch or RCD down?
- Unplug everything, then try resetting the switch once.
- If it trips again or the street is dark, don't keep resetting.
What Budleigh Salterton customers say
23 reviews“Turned up when they said, emergency electrician done and tested in 1–2 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, High Street, Budleigh Salterton · Sep 2026
How much does emergency electrician cost in Budleigh Salterton?
Emergency electrician in Budleigh Salterton typically costs £130, with most jobs between £95 and £195, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 hrs on site; the next local slot is today. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does emergency electrician take in Budleigh Salterton?
Usually 1–2 hrs on site. Your power is off for most of that time, so plan around fridges and alarms.
How soon can an electrician come out in Budleigh Salterton?
The next available slot near EX9 is today. 4 electricians cover Budleigh Salterton.
Is there a 24 hour electrician in Budleigh Salterton?
Yes. Several firms covering EX9 take calls out of hours. A typical emergency call-out in Budleigh Salterton is £130, which normally covers the first hour and getting you safe. Evenings, weekends and bank holidays sit at the top of the £95–£195 range.
Is emergency electrician cheaper in Budleigh Salterton or Exmouth?
Right now Budleigh Salterton's typical price is £130, against £110 in Exmouth and a Devon average of £120. Most firms cover both, so get quotes from either side. Travel adds a little for outlying villages, but rarely more than £20 to £30.
Does National Grid (South West) need to be involved in Budleigh Salterton?
Sometimes. Larger loads like chargers, batteries and solar have to be notified, and if the supply's too small they book National Grid (South West) for Budleigh Salterton. Allow a few weeks if an upgrade is needed.
The whole street's lost power in Budleigh Salterton. Who do I ring?
Call 105, free from any phone. That goes to National Grid (South West), who look after the lines in EX9. It isn't an electrician's job if the neighbours are off too. If only your house is off, check the fuse box first, then call an electrician.
My trip switch keeps going off and won't reset. What should I do?
Turn every circuit breaker off, then reset the main RCD. Flick the breakers back on one at a time. The one that trips it is your problem circuit. Unplug everything on it and try again. If it still trips with nothing plugged in, it's a wiring fault and you need an electrician.
Does sea air in Budleigh Salterton damage meter boxes and outside kit?
It does, faster than inland. In Budleigh Salterton we see rusted meter-box hinges, green terminals and outdoor sockets that trip the RCD after storms. For anything fitted outside, ask for IP65 or better and stainless or plastic fixings. It adds little to the £130 typical price.
What counts as an electrical emergency?
Burning smells, scorch marks on a socket, sparking, a buzzing fuse box, water getting into lights or sockets, or no power when the neighbours have it. If it's just one circuit tripping and the rest of the house is fine, it can usually wait for a normal-hours visit, which is cheaper.
How do I check an electrician is properly registered?
Look them up on the NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA register using their name or postcode, not just the logo on a van. Ask for their registration number and a copy of their insurance. A good electrician will happily send both before you book.
What sort of homes do electricians work on in Budleigh Salterton?
Around Budleigh Salterton it's mostly Victorian and Edwardian villas and retirement bungalows. That affects emergency electrician prices: newer homes sit near £95, older or awkward ones nearer £195. The typical job here is £130 on our illustrative local prices.
Will an electrician come out to East Budleigh and Otterton from Budleigh Salterton?
Yes. East Budleigh, Otterton, Knowle, Colaton Raleigh all sit inside the usual Budleigh Salterton patch, so most firms quote the same £130 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Do I need a certificate for emergency electrician?
Yes. Most of this work is notifiable under Part P, so you should get a certificate and building-control notice for East Devon District Council.
- Exmouth4.1 mi · £110
- Sidmouth5.0 mi · £120
- Dawlish7.2 mi · £115
- Topsham7.3 mi · £120
- Ottery St Mary8.7 mi · £120
- Fault findingfrom £85
- Fuse box replacementfrom £480
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £160
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.