Emergency electrician in Sidmouth
Prices Illustrative
Range £90–£175 · Devon avg £120
Emergency electrician in Sidmouth typically costs £120, with most jobs between £90 and £175, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 1–2 hrs on site; the next local slot is today. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Emergency electrician across Sidmouth and EX10. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent emergency electrician jobs near Sidmouth
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 Sidmouth: key facts
- Typical price £120
- Range £90–£175
- 1–2 hrs on site
- Next slot: same day
- 9 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Sidmouth
Prices Illustrative- Emergency electrician
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sidford | EX10 2 | 1.6 mi |
| Sidbury | EX10 5 | 2.7 mi |
| Newton Poppleford | EX10 4 | 2.8 mi |
| Salcombe Regis | EX10 4 | 1.7 mi |
What Sidmouth customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for emergency electrician within 10 miles of Sidmouth, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Sidmouth compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth | £120 | £90–£175 | Same day |
| Budleigh Salterton | £130 | £95–£195 | Same day |
| Ottery St Mary | £120 | £90–£180 | 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.
Sidmouth local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | East Devon District Council handles building control for Sidmouth. | 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 Sidmouth customers say
9 reviews“Turned up when they said, emergency electrician done and tested in 1–2 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Victoria Road, Sidmouth · Sep 2026
How much does emergency electrician cost in Sidmouth?
Emergency electrician in Sidmouth typically costs £120, with most jobs between £90 and £175, 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 Sidmouth?
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 Sidmouth?
The next available slot near EX10 is today. 9 electricians cover Sidmouth.
Is there a 24 hour electrician in Sidmouth?
Yes. Several firms covering EX10 take calls out of hours. A typical emergency call-out in Sidmouth is £120, which normally covers the first hour and getting you safe. Evenings, weekends and bank holidays sit at the top of the £90–£175 range.
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 Sidmouth damage meter boxes and outside kit?
It does, faster than inland. In Sidmouth 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 £120 typical price.
Can someone fix a fault between guests at my Sidmouth let?
Usually, if you ring early. Changeover days are busy in Sidmouth, so give the electrician a key-safe code and a list of what's wrong. Expect around £120 for a typical visit. Photos of the fuse box sent ahead save time.
Is emergency electrician cheaper in Sidmouth or Budleigh Salterton?
Right now Sidmouth's typical price is £120, against £130 in Budleigh Salterton 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.
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.
The whole street's lost power in Sidmouth. Who do I ring?
Call 105, free from any phone. That goes to National Grid (South West), who look after the lines in EX10. 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.
Will an electrician come out to Sidford and Sidbury from Sidmouth?
Yes. Sidford, Sidbury, Newton Poppleford, Salcombe Regis all sit inside the usual Sidmouth patch, so most firms quote the same £120 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
What sort of homes do electricians work on in Sidmouth?
Around Sidmouth it's mostly Regency villas, seafront flats and bungalows. That affects emergency electrician prices: newer homes sit near £90, older or awkward ones nearer £175. The typical job here is £120 on our illustrative local prices.
Does National Grid (South West) need to be involved in Sidmouth?
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 Sidmouth. Allow a few weeks if an upgrade is needed.
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.
- Budleigh Salterton5.0 mi · £130
- Ottery St Mary5.3 mi · £120
- Seaton7.6 mi · £120
- Honiton8.6 mi · £125
- Exmouth8.7 mi · £110
- Fault findingfrom £80
- Fuse box replacementfrom £440
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £145
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.