Auto Electrician Near You

What is an Auto Electrician?

An auto electrician is a mechanic who specialises in car electrical repairs. They are often specially trained to fix problems with your wiring, electrics and the parts of your car that rely on them.

 

What Does an Auto Electrician Do?

Your local auto electrician is qualified to complete a wide range of electrical repairs, such as:

• Replacing flat batteries.
• Fixing sound issues with a car radio.
• Replacing fuses.
• Replacing dodgy wiring or other electrical components.
• Fixing issues with the central locking, electric windows, immobiliser and dashboard sensors and dials.
• Replacing blown spark plugs.
• Jumpstarting vehicles that won’t start.

 

Where Can I Find an Auto Electrician Near Me?

Auto electricians are generally mobile mechanics, so they come to you to complete the repairs because it’s often difficult for you to start or drive your car.

However, car electricians are not commonplace so you may have to search for an auto electrician in your area directly, or by searching via trade websites such as Trusted Trader and Checkatrade.

It may also be worth asking for recommendations from family and friends if you need to find a local auto electrician quickly.

 

How Much Does an Auto Electrician Cost?

The cost of an auto electrician depends on the type of job your car needs, as well as how long it will take to fix. Many auto electricians charge between £60 and £130 per job, but some may also include a call-out charge on top of this.

Much of the cost of smaller jobs, such as replacing fuses or fixing broken electric windows, is the hourly labour rate. This is a fixed rate, and you will have to pay for the full hour even if the job only takes 10-15 minutes.

Larger jobs, such as replacing a battery or fixing an alternator, may cost upwards of £150, depending on which car electrician you choose. We would always recommend getting a few quotes from different local auto electricians to ensure you get the best deal and fix your issue as cheaply as possible.

 

What are the Signs I Need an Auto Electrician?

Some common signs that you need an auto electrician are:

• Your car won’t start or struggles to turn over.
• The headlights or interior lights are dim.
• The radio audio keeps cutting in and out.
• Your immobiliser isn’t working.
• You can’t turn your car alarm off.
• Your car has a blown fuse.
• The electric windows are stuck or won’t open or close properly.
• You see electrical dashboard warning lights and can’t make them go away.

 

If you’re experiencing any of the above, we strongly recommend finding an auto electrician near you as soon as possible to fix the problem. You should also avoid driving the vehicle in the meantime in case doing so makes the issue worse.

 

Can I Do the Job of an Auto Electrician Myself?

We wouldn’t recommend undertaking any major electrical repairs on your car yourself. Doing so without the proper training and experience can be dangerous. It could also cause injury or lead to a more expensive repair.

There are some auto electrician jobs that you could do yourself, if you feel confident to do so. These include:

• Changing headlight or interior bulbs
• Jumpstarting your car

 

Make sure you always follow the proper safety guidance while completing these electrical repairs.

 

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