Emergency Electrician in Old Town — 24/7 Fast Call-Out
Based in Central Edinburgh, our on-call electrician provides rapid emergency electrical repairs day or night for Old Town (EH1). We can usually 30–60 minutes from our Fountainbridge base.
Emergency Electrical Services in Old Town
Covering all of Old Town including the EH1 postcode areas. Our usually 30–60 minutes response time means you won't be left in the dark for long.
We know the Old Town area well, including around Royal Mile and Grassmarket, and can navigate local streets efficiently even during emergencies.
Common Emergency Issues:
- • Complete power loss
- • Tripped circuit breakers/RCDs
- • Burning electrical smells
- • Sparking outlets or switches
- • Flickering lights
- • Electrical shocks from appliances
Coverage Details:
- • Postcodes: EH1
- • Response time: usually 30–60 minutes
- • 24/7 availability
- • No call-out charges
- • Fixed hourly rates
- • Same-day repairs when possible
Emergency issues we fix
Available 24/7 for urgent electrical problems in Edinburgh
Power Loss
Complete power outages affecting your home or business
Tripped RCDs
Safety switches that keep tripping and won't reset
Burning Smells
Electrical burning odours from sockets or fuse boxes
Faulty Sockets
Dead or dangerous electrical outlets and switches
Fuse Box Issues
Consumer unit problems and circuit breaker failures
Emergency Lighting
Critical lighting failures in homes and businesses
Emergency Warning
If you smell burning, see sparks, or have no power, turn off your main switch and call us immediately on 0131 3589935
Transparent Pricing
Clear, upfront rates with no hidden charges
Standard Hours
Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm
(billed per 30 mins)
Out-of-Hours
Evenings/Weekends/Bank Holidays
(billed per 30 mins)
What's Included
- • All basic tools and testing equipment
- • Free quote for any parts needed
- • All work guaranteed
- • Work carried out to BS 7671 (18th Edition) standards
No hidden fees. We'll confirm any parts costs before work begins.
What our customers say
Real reviews from Edinburgh residents
"Got to us within 40 minutes at 1am and restored power quickly. Lifesaver."
K. McLeod
Leith
"Clear pricing, tidy work, and fast response. Highly recommended."
R. Ahmed
Morningside
"Professional and reassuring during an urgent fault. Will use again."
S. Grant
New Town
Frequently Asked Questions - Old Town
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Near George Street and Queen Street Gardens
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Near Morningside Road and Churchill Theatre
Bruntsfield
Near Bruntsfield Links
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