The South West’s most trusted Electricians
The South West’s most trusted Electricians
Emergency Electrician for Homes
and Businesses in Cheltenham
Rapid fault finding and urgent electrical repairs by NICEIC‑approved electricians in Cheltenham
Fully Insured NICEIC Approved Electrician
Family-run for over 30 years
When you’re facing an electrical emergency, you need immediate, professional help to make your property safe and resolve the issue. MJP Electrical provides a rapid, urgent response across all areas of Cheltenham. Our NICEIC-approved team of certified electricians is available for emergency call-outs from 8 AM until 9 PM, 7 days a week, ensuring you get expert attention when it matters most.
Common problems we can solve:
- Tripping RCD's or Circuits
- Total or partial power loss
- Burning smells, buzzing consumer units or overheating sockets
- Damaged wiring after leaks or building work
- Faulty lighting, emergency lighting or unsafe fittings
- Sparking outlets, blown fuses or repeatedly tripping breakers
Don’t compromise on safety. Contact MJP Electrical instantly for a rapid emergency response. We’ll prioritise your call, offer critical safety advice, and dispatch a fully qualified electrician who arrives quickly, clearly explains the issue, and provides a guaranteed fix or an on-site quotation for necessary remedial work.
In day rapidresponse
We treat your enquiry as an emergency, with our on-call electrician. We aim for an estimated time of arrival under 1 hour We will send a courtesy message on route for you to track our arrival. We always try to complete the job within the first hour and advise you as early as possible if we will need more time or added materials.- 08:00-16:00 Monday - Friday
- Inside our working hours
- *Price includes 1st Hour
- FREE SAFETY CHECK
- Test & Certification
Out of Hours RapidResponse
We treat your enquiry as an emergency by our out-of-hours on-call electrician. We endeavour to respond ASAP. We aim for an estimated time of arrival within 1 hour. We will send a courtesy message on route for you to track our arrival. We always try to complete within the first hour and advise you as early as possible if we will need more time or added materials.- 17:00 - 21:00 Monday - Friday
- 08:00 - 21:00 Saturday & Sunday
- *Includes 1st Hour
- FREE SAFETY CHECK
- Test & Certification
*materials not included in call-out charge
Speak to an advisor if you need an urgent response
Our Reviews
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NICEIC‑approved and 4.9★ rated across hundreds of verified reviews. See why local customers trust us for fast call‑outs, certified work and clear pricing.
Customer Testimonials:
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From same‑day faults to complex installations, these first‑hand accounts show our workmanship, communication and aftercare across Bristol, Bath, South Wales, Gloucestershire and Swindon.
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Local Emergency Electrician in Cheltenham:
Most Common Fixes in Cheltenham
At MJP Electrical, we’re your rapid response team for urgent electrical issues in Cheltenham. As NICEIC-registered electricians, our local expertise means we’re not just fixing faults; we understand why electrical emergencies are often more prevalent here, allowing us to diagnose and resolve them faster.
The unique characteristics of Cheltenham frequently contribute to critical electrical failures:
Picture this for a second: it’s late on a Tuesday evening and you’re suddenly left in the dark because your consumer unit has tripped or a circuit has fried. Electrical failures rarely happen at convenient times, and when a live wire sparks or the power cuts out completely, the immediate priority is making the property safe before things escalate. This is where a reliable Emergency Electrician becomes your first port of call to handle the immediate hazard and get your lights back on.
One key part of this is ensuring that the repair isn’t just a quick fix but a durable restoration of your home’s safety. As a NICEIC Electrician, our team understands that a malfunctioning fuse box or a burning smell from a wall socket indicates an underlying issue that needs professional attention. We focus on identifying the root cause of the fault quickly, whether it involves a faulty appliance, overloaded circuits, or deteriorating wiring that can’t handle the modern demands of your household.
To make things run more smoothly, it helps to have a clear picture of what happens when we arrive on-site in Cheltenham. We handle the diagnostic process with a focus on tidy workmanship, ensuring that the repair is completed without leaving your living space in a mess of debris or temporary wires. Because we prioritize certified results, you receive a service that meets strict safety standards, giving you peace of mind that the underlying cause of the emergency has been neutralized for the long term.
Going forward, it helps to look at these sudden failures as an opportunity to assess the overall health of your electrical system. While our primary goal is responding to your urgent callout, we can also discuss how a full rewire or a consumer unit upgrade might prevent these same types of outages from recurring. By addressing these structural needs now, you create a more stable environment for your everyday electronics and heavy-duty appliances alike.
Local areas we cover in Gloucestershire
Countywide electricians for emergencies, EICRs, rewires, EV and solar
Wherever you are in Gloucestershire, our electricians respond quickly to emergencies and planned works. Expect upfront quotes, punctual arrivals and documented results. Popular requests include emergency electrician visits, fuse board upgrades, house rewires, landlord EICRs, EV charger installs and solar PV systems. Book online in under a minute or call our team for immediate help.
Gloucestershire coverage areas:
Engineers routed via M32, M4/M5 and A4 for rapid response
Berkeley
Berry Hill
Bishop’s Cleeve
Bourton-on-the-Water
Bream
Brimscombe and Thrupp
Brockworth
Cam
Cheltenham
Chipping Campden
Churchdown
Cinderford
Cirencester
Coleford
Drybrook
Dursley
Eastington
Fairford
Gloucester
Highnam
Stroud
Lechlade-on-Thames
Longford
Lydney
Mickleton
Minchinhampton
Mitcheldean
Moreton-in-Marsh
Nailsworth
Newent
Northleach
Northway
Painswick
Prestbury
Quedgeley
Ruspidge
Sharpness
Shurdington
South Cerney
Stonehouse
Stow-on-the-Wold
Stratton
Tetbury
Tewkesbury
Upper Rissington
Welsh Bicknor
Winchcombe
Wotton-under-Edge
Swindon
Professional electricians serving Old Town, Wroughton, Highworth and surrounding areas.
South Wales
Local engineers across Cardiff, Newport, Bridgend and the Valleys.
Bath
Trusted, tidy and on-time electricians across Bathwick, Twerton, Odd Down and nearby villages
Bristol
Trusted, tidy and on‑time electricians across Clifton, Bishopston and Bedminster – and the surrounding Bristol areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions here
An electrical emergency means any situation where there is an immediate risk of harm to people, damage to property, or significant disruption to essential services. This includes complete power outages, burning smells from outlets, flickering lights that indicate a serious issue, exposed wires, or sockets that are sparking. If you suspect an emergency, it is always best to contact a qualified electrician urgently.
We understand the urgency of electrical problems. Our local emergency electricians are strategically positioned across Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, South Wales, and Swindon, aiming to respond to urgent call-outs as quickly as possible. When you contact us, we’ll provide an estimated arrival time and guide you on immediate safety steps.
Absolutely. All MJP Electrical emergency electricians are highly qualified, experienced, and hold the necessary certifications, including being NICEIC registered. This ensures our work meets the highest safety and regulatory standards, including BS 7671 wiring regulations. We are also fully insured for your peace of mind.
MJP Electrical provides comprehensive emergency electrical services across the entire South West of England, including major areas like Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, South Wales, and Swindon. Our local teams ensure prompt and reliable service wherever you are within our service regions.
We strongly advise against attempting to resolve an electrical emergency yourself. Electrical work can be extremely dangerous if not handled by a qualified professional. For your safety, always switch off the main power supply if safe to do so, and then contact a professional emergency electrician immediately.
Our expert emergency electricians are equipped to handle a wide range of urgent issues, from sudden power loss and tripping circuits to faulty wiring, urgent lighting repairs, and issues with consumer units. We diagnose and rectify electrical faults efficiently and safely. We also offer planned services like consumer unit replacement to prevent future emergencies.
The cost of an emergency call-out can vary depending on the nature of the fault, the time of day, and the parts required. We believe in transparency and will provide a clear explanation of charges before any work commences. Please contact us directly for an immediate quote based on your specific situation.
If it’s safe to do so, switch off your main electricity supply at the consumer unit. Avoid touching any exposed wires or faulty appliances. Ensure children and pets are kept away from the affected area. If there’s a smell of burning or smoke, evacuate your property and call the fire brigade in addition to MJP Electrical.
