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Getting things sorted at home.
Practical, no-nonsense help for your London home. What jobs really cost, which trade you actually need, and how to hire someone you can trust.
Electrician Day Rate in London (2026): What to Pay
A London electrician typically charges £350 to £450 for a standard full day in 2026, rising to £500 to £650 for central or urgent work. See day, half-day, hourly and call-out prices, what common jobs cost, and the NICEIC or NAPIT registration checks that separate a fair quote from a risky one.
Signs You Need to Rewire Your House: A London Homeowner's Guide (2026)
How to tell if your London home needs rewiring in 2026: the urgent warning signs, the signs to get checked, what an EICR tells you, and why a registered electrician must do the work.
EV Charger Installation Cost in London (2026 Prices)
A home EV charger in London costs around £900 to buy and install in 2026, with most jobs between £500 and £1,200. This guide tiers the price by cost driver, explains the Gov.uk grants of up to £500 for flats, renters and on-street parking, covers the Part P and safety rules, and shows what a fair quote includes.
EICR Explained: What an Electrical Safety Certificate Costs in London and When You Need One (2026)
A clear 2026 guide to the EICR, the electrical safety certificate. What it covers, who legally needs one in London, what it costs, what the C1 to C3 codes mean and how to find a registered electrician.
How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a House in London? (2026 Guide)
A complete 2026 guide to house rewiring costs in London, from prices by property size and electrician day rates to Part P rules, timescales, period homes and how to get a fair quote.
Fuse Box Upgrade Cost in London: What to Expect
What a fuse box (consumer unit) upgrade costs in London in 2026, what Part P and the 18th Edition require, the certificates you should receive, and how to choose a registered electrician.