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Looking for an Electrician in Manchester?
An electrical problem rarely turns up at a good time. A light fitting stops working in a city-centre flat. A fuse board keeps tripping in a Victorian terrace. A landlord needs a safety report before new tenants move in. Whatever the job, it helps to know who to call and what to ask before you book.
Manchester has a lot of older homes. Many streets in places like Chorlton, Withington, Levenshulme and Moss Side are made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraces. Some of these still have older wiring, or a mix of old and new work from past owners. The city also has a large number of flats, student houses and rented homes. Each of these can bring its own electrical questions.
To help you start your search, this guide looks at 10 electricians in Manchester worth comparing. We used public directory entries, trader profiles and each business's own website where it had one. The list is not an official ranking. We have not tested any of these businesses, and we cannot promise how any job will go.
The ten entries are not equal in how much we could find. Some have a website, a trade profile and review pages. Others have little more than a directory listing. We say which is which in each write-up, so you can see how much is known and how much you will need to check yourself.
Our List of 10 Electricians in Manchester
Here is a quick look at the businesses covered in this guide. The final column shows how much we could confirm from public pages.
| Electrician | Worth comparing for | Area | What we found |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH Electrical Services | Domestic and commercial work, testing and EV charging | Manchester | Directory listing only |
| AK Electrical Services | Repairs, consumer units, EICRs and rewiring | Manchester, Stockport and Salford | Website, Trustpilot and directory |
| The Handyman Company Manchester | Small jobs from a multi-trade provider | Manchester | Directory listing only |
| Romelec Electrical Limited | Questions about a fault or a project | Cheetham Hill listing | Companies House and directory |
| The Emergency Electricians | Urgent call-outs | Levenshulme listing | Directory listing only |
| Plug Electrical Services | Everyday repairs and emergency call-outs | Chorlton-cum-Hardy and wider Greater Manchester | Website and directory |
| AES Electrical Services | Fault-finding, consumer units and EICRs | Ardwick and South Manchester | Website and directory |
| RN Electrical Services | Domestic and commercial installation and testing | Chorlton-cum-Hardy | Directory profile |
| MAP Electrical | Electrical work across Manchester | Manchester | Directory listing only |
| A S Electrical Services | Electrical work in the Manchester area | Manchester | Directory listing only |
Now let's look at each one in turn.
1. AH Electrical Services
An entry with very little public detail
The operator's shortlist includes AH Electrical Services, and a public directory does list a business of that name in Manchester. The WotsItCalled directory shows it with a 5.0 rating from 399 reviews, open 24 hours. That directory said the ratings came from public sources as of April 2026, so the figures may have moved since.
That is about all we could confirm. We did not find a website for the Manchester business. We also did not find a trade profile, a scheme register entry or a Companies House record that we could safely match to it.
Take care with the name. A different business called AH Electrical Services, based in Blackburn, appears in another directory, with its own website and phone number. It is not the Manchester firm in this guide, so check that you have the right number before you call.
Because we could not read a description of its services, we will not guess at them. A directory entry is a reason to make contact. It is not proof of what the business does.
When you call, ask what work it does, which postcode areas it covers and which registration it holds. Ask for the registration number so you can check it with the scheme. Ask what paperwork you will get when the job is done.
A good place to start if: You want to add another name to your shortlist and are happy to ask the questions yourself.
Directory entry: AH Electrical Services on WotsItCalled
2. AK Electrical Services
A business with a website, reviews and a long list of services
AK Electrical Services is one of the better documented businesses in this guide. It has its own website, a claimed Trustpilot profile and directory listings.
The website describes the company as local electricians serving Manchester, Stockport and Salford. It lists quick repairs, full rewiring, complete installations, consumer unit work, safety checks and emergency call-outs. It also has a page about diagnosing circuits that keep tripping. A directory listing on Poyst describes the business as led by Abdullah and says it covers Electrical Installation Condition Reports and certificates for notifiable work.
The website says it has served Greater Manchester for over a decade and describes the business as award-winning. It lists opening hours that run into the evening and over weekends. It talks about emergency call-outs and fast response, but we did not see a 24-hour claim.
The site shows a row of logos, including City & Guilds, TrustMark, NAPIT and Part P. The logos came without any wording explaining what each one means for this firm. We could not confirm any registration from the page. If a scheme matters to you, ask for the registration number and check it on the scheme's own register.
When we checked its Trustpilot profile in October 2026, it showed a 5.0 score from 242 reviews. The profile belongs to AK Electrical Services Ltd, on Brooklyn Avenue, Manchester. Trustpilot said it does not fact-check reviews. It also showed that the company had not recently invited customers to review, so the score may not reflect every customer. The business's own website quotes a different review figure from Google, so check the current count yourself.
A good place to start if: You want a firm with a website and public reviews for repairs, a consumer unit change or an EICR in Manchester, Salford or Stockport.
Website: akelectricians.co.uk
3. The Handyman Company Manchester
A multi-trade listing, so ask who will do the electrical work
The Handyman Company Manchester appears in public electrician listings. The WotsItCalled directory shows it with a 5.0 rating from 228 reviews, open 24 hours. As with the other figures from that directory, it said the ratings came from public sources as of April 2026.
We could not find a website for the business, a trade profile or a Companies House record we could match to it. We did not find a description of what electrical work it does. The name suggests general property jobs rather than a dedicated electrical firm, but we cannot say more than that.
This matters because electrical work is different from most handyman jobs. Some work is notifiable under the Building Regulations in England, and it must be done by a registered installer or checked by building control. Changing a socket faceplate is not the same as adding a circuit or replacing a consumer unit.
Before you book, ask who will carry out the electrical work. Ask whether that person is a qualified electrician. Ask which scheme, if any, they are registered with. Ask for the name of the person who will sign off any certificate. If you only get vague answers, you can walk away.
A good place to start if: You have a small mixed job around the house and are comfortable checking exactly who does the electrical part.
Directory entry: The Handyman Company Manchester on WotsItCalled
4. Romelec Electrical Limited
A registered company, with a thin public footprint
Romelec Electrical Limited appears in the WotsItCalled directory with a Cheetham Hill location and a 5.0 rating from 219 reviews, based on public sources as of April 2026.
We also found a company of the same name on the Companies House register. Romelec Electrical Ltd is company number 15397963. It is a private limited company, incorporated on 8 January 2024, with a registered office on Mirabel Street in Manchester. Its listed business activity is electrical installation. We cannot be certain that this is the same business as the Cheetham Hill listing, so treat the match as likely rather than confirmed.
The Companies House page showed warnings for overdue accounts and an overdue confirmation statement when we looked in October 2026. That is a filing matter. It does not tell you anything about the quality of its electrical work. It is, though, a reason to ask a few questions about the business before you commit to a large project.
We did not find a website, a trade profile or any scheme registration for it. Do not assume the business holds any particular registration.
Share the symptoms of the fault or the details of your project and ask if an inspection is needed before a price can be given. Ask for a written quote and the registration details.
A good place to start if: You want to add a newer Manchester company to your shortlist and are happy to check its registration and paperwork.
Company record: Romelec Electrical Ltd on Companies House
5. The Emergency Electricians
Another entry that is mostly a directory listing
The Emergency Electricians is listed in the WotsItCalled directory with a Levenshulme location, a 5.0 rating from 207 reviews and an "open 24 hours" status. Those figures were described as public ratings as of April 2026.
We did not find a website, a trade profile, a Companies House entry or a scheme register entry that we could safely match to this name. The name is also very general. Several unrelated companies with similar names exist, so be careful to contact the right one.
We will not say what the business does beyond what its name and listing suggest. It is listed under electricians and presents itself as available around the clock, but we could not read how it describes its services or its coverage.
For an urgent problem, this is the type of listing where a short phone call matters most. Ask who you would be speaking to and whether someone can come to your postcode. Ask for the call-out fee, the hourly rate and the expected arrival time before you agree to anything. Ask who will attend and what registration they hold.
If you smell burning, see sparks or find exposed live wiring, keep away from the area and call the emergency services if there is immediate danger.
A good place to start if: You need to compare emergency options and are ready to ask every question on the phone.
Directory entry: The Emergency Electricians on WotsItCalled
6. Plug Electrical Services
For everyday repairs and out-of-hours problems in South Manchester
Plug Electrical Services is based in Chorlton-cum-Hardy. Its website gives an address on Selborne Road and describes electrical installations, rewiring and repairs across Manchester and nearby areas.
The services listed include light and socket swaps, fuse board replacement, rewiring, EICRs, EV charger installation, CCTV fitting and commercial electrical work. The coverage list on the site runs from Manchester city centre and Salford out to places such as Altrincham, Stockport, Oldham, Bolton and Bury.
The business describes its emergency electricians as City and Guilds qualified. The site shows a NAPIT logo with no further wording, so we could not confirm a current registration from the page. Ask for the number and check it with the scheme.
The website advertises 24 hour emergency call-outs. It also says that arrival times average under an hour in and around Manchester, and that most faults are fixed within the first hour. Those are the business's own claims. Ask for the arrival time and the pricing for your postcode and time of day.
The site says it has "Based on 107 reviews" and describes itself as five star rated. A directory listing on Poyst shows a 4.2 rating from five reviews. The two sources count different things, so we cannot tell you which one is the better guide. Read recent reviews on the sites you trust before you decide.
A good place to start if: You live in South or West Manchester and want a business that advertises out-of-hours help and EICRs.
Website: plugelectrical.uk
7. AES Electrical Services
For fault-finding, consumer units and testing
AES Electrical Services Ltd describes itself as a Manchester based electrical contractor. A FreeIndex directory entry gives an address in Ardwick, M13. Its website does not show an address or a company number.
The site lists lighting, EV chargers, electric showers, underfloor heating, plug sockets, consumer unit replacement, EICRs, full and part rewiring, security products and commercial work. It also lists emergency call-outs and fault finding. The long area list includes Ardwick, Chorlton, Didsbury, Fallowfield, Salford, Sale, Stretford, Altrincham, Wythenshawe and Stockport.
The page uses these words about its credentials: "Part P and Napit Registered" and "Level 3 City and Guilds Qualified". It also says its work is covered by public liability insurance and that it has over 10 years of experience. Treat these as the business's own statements. NAPIT has an online register, so ask for the registration number and check it before work begins.
The website advertises a 24 hour call-out for emergency repairs. It shows rating badges from Checkatrade, Yell, Rated People and Google, but did not show the figures in the text we read. FreeIndex showed no reviews for it. The WotsItCalled directory shows 5.0 from 137 Google reviews, from public sources as of April 2026. Look at the live Google profile to see the current picture.
A good place to start if: You want to compare a firm that lists fault-finding, EICRs and consumer unit work across South Manchester and Salford.
Website: aeselectricians.co.uk
8. RN Electrical Services
An established-looking listing in Chorlton
RN Electrical Services (also written R N Electrical Services) is based in Chorlton-cum-Hardy. We could not find a website for it. Our main source is its FreeIndex profile, which gave an address on St Brannocks Road.
The profile says the business installs, maintains and repairs electrics in homes and commercial premises across Manchester and the surrounding areas. It lists full rewires, periodic test reports, fire alarm systems and emergency call-outs. It says it works to Part P of the Building Regulations and tests circuits to BS 7671.
The profile says the business is an NICEIC Approved Contractor and Approved Domestic Installer. It also says it is a Checkatrade member. Those are the listing's statements. NICEIC publishes an online register, so confirm the current status there.
FreeIndex showed 22 reviews, with comments dated from 2009 to October 2023. The page said the listing was last updated in September 2026. It showed office hours of Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. The WotsItCalled directory separately shows 5.0 from 121 Google reviews, with figures from public sources as of April 2026.
Because the weekday hours on the profile are limited, ask early whether the business can attend at short notice. That matters most if the problem cannot wait for office hours.
A good place to start if: You live in South Manchester and want a business that lists NICEIC membership and periodic testing, and you are willing to confirm both.
Directory profile: R N Electrical Services on FreeIndex
9. MAP Electrical
A listing worth a closer look, with details to confirm
MAP Electrical appears in the WotsItCalled directory with a Fallowfield location and a 5.0 rating from 120 reviews, from public sources as of April 2026.
A search result for a TrustATrader listing also showed a MAP Electrical in Manchester, with an M14 postcode. M14 includes Fallowfield, so it may be the same business. The listing text we saw described a trusted electrical contractor with City and Guilds qualifications. It gave both a start date of 2015 and more than 15 years of experience, which do not match. We could not open the full profile, so we have not linked it, and we cannot tell you its review count or its services.
We did not find a website for the business. We did not confirm any scheme registration, and we will not guess at one.
Fallowfield is a busy rental area with many shared student houses and older terraces. If your property is one of these, say so when you call. Ask the business whether it has done similar work, and ask for the paperwork you would need for a landlord or letting agent.
Ask about the appointment times that suit you, and ask for the registration number and details of insurance.
A good place to start if: You live near Fallowfield, Withington or Rusholme and want to ask a local business about a rented or shared house.
Directory entry: MAP Electrical on WotsItCalled
10. A S Electrical Services
A bare directory entry, so ask plenty of questions
A S Electrical Services is the last name on the operator's shortlist. The WotsItCalled directory lists it in Manchester with a 5.0 rating from 105 reviews and an "open 24 hours" status, from public sources as of April 2026.
That is as much as we could confirm. We did not find a website, a trade profile, a Companies House record or a scheme entry that we could match to it. Several other directory entries with similar names exist, so we cannot say which, if any, is the same business.
Because there is so little to go on, we are not going to describe services, coverage or credentials. The listing is a starting point and nothing more.
Before you agree to a larger job, ask for an itemised quote in writing. Ask what registration the electrician holds and for the number. Ask whether the quote includes testing, certificates and parts. Check recent reviews on a site you trust.
If the answers are clear and easy to check, the business may suit you. If they are not, move on to another name on this list.
A good place to start if: You are building a long shortlist and are ready to check every detail yourself.
Directory entry: A S Electrical Services on WotsItCalled
A Few Things to Check Before Hiring an Electrician in Manchester
Once you have two or three names, take a little time to compare them. It can save money and stress.
Check their qualifications and registration
Ask which qualifications and scheme registration apply to your job, then check them. In England, some electrical work must follow the Building Regulations (Part P). A registered installer can self-certify that the work complies. If they are not registered, the work may need to be checked by building control, which can cost extra.
The GOV.UK guidance on competent person schemes explains how to find a registered tradesperson and what certificate to expect. Do not rely on a logo on a website or a van. Ask for the registration number and look it up on the scheme's own register.
Read reviews from other customers
Do not look only at the score. Read recent comments about punctuality, tidiness, communication and pricing. Look for comments about the same kind of job as yours. A firm with good reviews for small repairs may not be the best choice for a full rewire.
Be aware that different sites count reviews differently. Some businesses show a count from Google, some from Trustpilot and some from a directory. They will not always match.
Ask for a written quote
For planned work, try to get two or three quotes. Check that each covers the same work and sets out labour, materials, testing, certification and VAT where it applies. A very low price is not always a bargain. Make sure you know what is left out.
Confirm what paperwork you will receive
Depending on the job, you may need an Electrical Installation Certificate, a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate or an Electrical Installation Condition Report. Ask which one applies and whether it is in the price. If you rent out the property, keep every report.
Check they cover your area
Greater Manchester is a wide area. A business that serves Manchester may not come to every postcode, and some charge extra for travel or out-of-hours visits. Several businesses here list Salford, Stockport, Trafford or Bolton as well as the city. Ask before you book, and ask when you could expect someone.
Be careful with older and rented homes
If you have a Victorian or Edwardian house, mention the age of the wiring and any past problems, such as old fuse boxes, flickering lights or warm sockets. Tell the electrician if the home is rented, shared or a student let. That can change the paperwork you need.
What Is an EICR, and Do You Need One in Manchester?
EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report. It is produced after an electrician inspects and tests a property's fixed electrical installation. It can show damage, wear and defects that need attention. It is not a guarantee that nothing can go wrong.
For landlords in Manchester, the rule comes from England's national regulations. Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords must have the electrics checked by a qualified person at least every five years. They must give tenants proof of the inspection. The official GOV.UK guidance on electrical safety standards sets out who is covered and what to do. GOV.UK says the rules apply in England, which includes Manchester and Salford.
Manchester City Council also runs selective landlord licensing in parts of the city. The council's selective licensing pages say licence applications involve safety certificates. Check with the council to see if your property is in a licensing area and what it needs to see.
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority also runs a voluntary Good Landlord Charter. It asks landlords to go beyond the legal minimum. It is optional, so check its current criteria if you are thinking of joining.
If you are arranging an EICR, ask whether the quote includes the written report and what happens if it finds problems. Repairs after a failed report are often quoted separately. Ask for a clear price for the inspection and for any repair work before you agree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an electrician cost in Manchester?
It depends on the job. Replacing a socket, finding a fault, carrying out an EICR and rewiring a house all take different amounts of time and materials. Access to the property and whether you need an urgent visit also change the price.
We have not listed prices because none of the pages we read gave reliable fixed rates. Explain the job clearly and ask for a written quote. When you compare quotes, make sure each one covers the same work.
How do I find an emergency electrician in Manchester?
Start with businesses that say they cover your postcode and offer emergency visits. In this guide, the websites of Plug Electrical Services and AES Electrical Services advertise 24 hour emergency call-outs. AK Electrical Services lists emergency work with evening and weekend opening hours. Some directory entries show a business as open 24 hours, but a directory status is not a promise that someone will come.
Call first. Ask about the call-out fee, the expected arrival time and any extra charges for nights or weekends. If there are sparks, smoke, a burning smell or exposed live wiring, keep clear and do not try to repair it yourself. If there is immediate danger, contact the emergency services.
Do Manchester electricians cover Greater Manchester?
Some do, but it varies. The Plug Electrical Services website lists places from Salford and Altrincham to Oldham, Bolton and Bury. AES Electrical Services lists a long run of areas including Sale, Stockport and Wilmslow. AK Electrical Services names Manchester, Stockport and Salford. For the other businesses here, we could not confirm coverage. Check your postcode and ask about travel charges.
What should I do if my fuse keeps tripping?
Do not keep resetting a circuit that trips again and again. If it is safe, unplug appliances on that circuit and see if it still trips. Stay away from damaged wiring, scorch marks or a hot fuse board. Then ask a qualified electrician to find the cause. A repeat trip can be a sign of a faulty appliance, damaged cable or a wider problem with the installation.
Do landlords in Manchester need an EICR?
Private landlords in England must have the fixed electrical installation inspected and tested at least every five years by a qualified person. They must also give copies of the report to tenants. Some parts of Manchester have selective licensing, which asks for safety certificates when you apply for a licence. Check the latest GOV.UK and Manchester City Council pages for the rules that apply to your property.
Should I hire an independent electrician or a multi-trade handyman?
For anything beyond a simple, like-for-like swap, a qualified and registered electrician is usually the safer choice. Some electrical work is notifiable under the Building Regulations in England. A multi-trade business can be fine if it can tell you exactly who will do the electrical work and what registration they hold. If you cannot get a clear answer, choose another provider.
Final Thoughts
Finding an electrician in Manchester does not have to be hard. Start by working out what you need, whether that is a quick repair, a fuse board change, a landlord EICR or a bigger project.
Then narrow the list to businesses that cover your postcode and have experience with that kind of work. Read recent reviews, check the registration numbers and compare written quotes.
On what we could confirm, AK Electrical Services, Plug Electrical Services and AES Electrical Services have websites that describe their services, so they are the easiest to research before you call. RN Electrical Services has a directory profile with a long history of reviews. The other entries, including AH Electrical Services, The Handyman Company Manchester, Romelec Electrical Limited, The Emergency Electricians, MAP Electrical and A S Electrical Services, had little public detail. They are worth a call if they suit you, but ask more questions.
There is no need to pick the first name you see. A few simple checks can help you find someone who suits your home, your budget and your timetable.
At LocalListed, our aim is to help you discover local services and make more informed decisions. We hope this guide gives you a useful place to start when looking for an electrician in Manchester.
Editorial note: This guide uses publicly available business information, directory entries and trader profiles reviewed in October 2026. LocalListed has not independently tested these businesses and has not verified any scheme registration. It is not an official ranking. Service areas, reviews, registration details and availability can change, so confirm them directly with the company before booking.
