Emergency Electrician in Oxford

Need an emergency electrician in Oxford? We take calls 24/7 for power loss, burning smells, sparking sockets and trips that will not reset. We make it safe, find the fault and fix it.

What Counts as an Electrical Emergency?

An emergency is anything that puts people or property at risk. That includes a burning smell from a socket or switch, scorch marks, smoke, sparking, water near electrics, or a total loss of power you cannot reset. If you notice any of these, switch off at the consumer unit if it is safe, then call us.

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What to Do While You Wait for Us

Stay away from anything that is sparking or hot. If you can reach the consumer unit safely, turn off the main switch. Do not touch electrics with wet hands. Keep a torch handy and unplug sensitive items like computers. Then call us and describe what you can see, hear or smell.

Make Safe First, Then Fix

When we arrive, our first job is to make the installation safe. We isolate the faulty circuit so the rest of the house can stay on where possible. Then we trace the fault with test equipment and repair it. If a bigger repair is needed, we explain it and give you a clear price first.

About us

UN Electrical & Maintenance offers 24/7 emergency callouts across Oxford and Oxfordshire. Our electricians handle all kinds of urgent faults, from circuits that will not stop tripping to water getting into light fittings. We are City & Guilds qualified and trained in inspection and testing, so we can find faults quickly and fix them properly. After 10 years in the trade, we still give you a clear price before any repair goes ahead.

  • City & Guilds qualified electricians

  • Trained to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

  • Free quotes with clear upfront pricing

  • 24/7 emergency callouts across Oxfordshire

  • 10 years of domestic and commercial work

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can an emergency electrician get to me in Oxford?

We aim to reach you as quickly as possible, any time of day or night. Arrival time depends on where you are and what other callouts are running, but we will give you a realistic time when you call. If there is immediate danger, such as fire or heavy smoke, call 999 first.

Should I call an emergency electrician in Oxford for a burning smell?

Yes. A burning or fishy smell from a socket, switch or consumer unit often means a cable or connection is overheating. Switch that circuit off at the consumer unit if it is safe, stop using the socket and call an emergency electrician straight away. Do not wait to see if it gets worse.

Can an emergency electrician fix a power cut in my Oxford home?

It depends on the cause. If only your home has lost power and the main switch or RCD keeps tripping, an electrician can find and fix the fault. If your neighbours are also without power, the problem is likely on the network, so call 105 to report it to your local network operator.

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