Electrician in Exeter
From Georgian townhouses to modern university builds, we provide reliable electrical services across Devon's capital city.
Electrical Services in Exeter
Exeter is a city of contrasts – from the narrow streets around the Cathedral Quarter with their listed buildings, to the modern developments at Cranbrook and Pinhoe. We've worked on properties across the full spectrum, so we understand the unique challenges each type presents.
The city's older properties, particularly the Victorian and Edwardian terraces in areas like Heavitree and St Leonard's, often have original wiring that's well past its best. We regularly carry out full and partial rewires in these properties, always taking care to preserve period features while bringing the electrics up to modern standards.
We also do plenty of work for student landlords around the University area, where regular EICR testing is a legal requirement. And with EV ownership growing fast in Exeter, we're fitting more home chargers every month.
"Exeter's Victorian terraces present interesting challenges. The houses on Pennsylvania Road, for example, often have three or four floors with original lead-sheathed wiring. We take it floor by floor, minimising disruption while bringing everything up to modern standards."
Typical Work We Do in Exeter
Period Property Rewires
Upgrading old rubber and lead-sheathed cables in Victorian terraces while preserving original coving, ceiling roses, and dado rails. We route cables carefully to minimise disruption to period features.
Student HMO Compliance
EICR testing and remedial work for landlords with properties near the University. We understand the tight turnaround times between tenancies and work around your schedule.
Our Services in Exeter
Full range of domestic and commercial electrical services, all carried out to CHAS standards.
Areas We Cover in Exeter
We cover Exeter city centre and all surrounding suburbs, typically arriving within 30-40 minutes from our Newton Abbot base.
Electrical Services in Exeter
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an electrician cost in Exeter?
Our hourly rate is £80 plus VAT. Most small jobs like socket installations cost £80–£200 plus VAT. Full RCBO consumer unit upgrades start from £499 plus VAT and full house rewires from £4,000 plus VAT depending on property size.
Do you offer emergency electrician services in Exeter?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency electrical callouts across Exeter. Being just 30 minutes from the city centre, we can respond quickly to power failures, burning smells, and tripping circuits. Call 07758 135 486.
Can you install an EV charger at my Exeter home?
Absolutely. We're certified installers for Tesla, Ohme, Zappi, Pod Point and all major EV charger brands. Most home installations in Exeter take half a day and start from £1,100 plus VAT including DNO notification.
I need an EICR for my rental property in Exeter — how much?
EICR testing for Exeter rental properties starts from £250 plus VAT for properties up to 8 circuits. We provide fast turnaround with certificates issued same day and any remedial work quoted separately.
Do you offer PAT testing in Exeter?
Yes, we provide PAT testing across Exeter for landlords, holiday lets, offices, and HMOs. Pricing is from £1.50 per item with a minimum callout, and we issue digital certificates the same day. Ideal for Exeter rental compliance and workplace safety audits.
Do you install solar PV systems in Exeter?
We install solar PV battery storage and EV-ready solar systems across Exeter, working alongside MCS-accredited solar partners. Our role covers consumer unit upgrades, isolation, DNO notification, and full electrical integration to the property.
My fuse board keeps tripping in Exeter — can you fix it?
Yes, we diagnose tripping RCDs and MCBs daily across Exeter. Common causes include faulty appliances, moisture in circuits, or overloaded consumer units. We can usually attend same-day from our Newton Abbot base.
Do you do commercial electrical work in Exeter?
Yes, we handle commercial fit-outs, retail installations, office rewires, and three-phase systems across Exeter. From Cathedral Quarter shops to Exeter Business Park offices, we're experienced with all commercial property types.
Need an Electrician in Exeter?
Get a free, no-obligation quote – we'll usually get back to you within a couple of hours.