York's NICEIC Approved Electrician
Tell me what you want to achieve. I'll work out how to get you there.
No jargon. No hidden fees. No call centres. Just a qualified electrician who turns up, does the job properly, and leaves the place tidy.
What I Do
Electrical services for homes, landlords & businesses
EICRs
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords and homeowners. From £180+VAT. Every circuit tested, not just signed off.
Consumer Unit Upgrades
Old fuse board? I'll replace it with a modern consumer unit with full RCD protection. Fully certified.
Full & Partial Rewiring
From a single circuit to a complete house rewire. Written estimate before I start, no surprises on the invoice.
EV Charger Installation
Home EV charging fitted properly, by a City & Guilds 2919 qualified installer. OZEV-approved.
PAT Testing
Portable Appliance Testing for businesses, offices, hospitality venues, and landlords. Full written record issued same day.
All Electrical Work
Lights, sockets, showers, garden electrics, smart doorbells, commercial installs and more. If it's electrical, I do it.
About the Work
What I actually do, and how
I'm Frankie, a sole-trader NICEIC Approved Contractor in York. I retrained during COVID after 15 years in customer research. That background matters: I'd rather explain something properly than leave you nodding along.
Homes
Consumer unit upgrades, rewires, EV chargers, fault finding. If you've just exchanged on a house, the window before you move in is the best time to get the work done — everything accessible, no furniture to shift.
Landlords
EICRs priced by circuit count, not by bedroom. The fine for non-compliance is up to £40,000. I'm the only electrician in York recognised by the YRLA, so the inspection is done properly, not just paperwork.
Commercial & agricultural
Shop and office fit-outs, farm wiring, equestrian yards, rural estates. IP ratings, earthing, cable specification for conditions that destroy domestic-grade kit in a season.
Not sure whether I do the job you need, or want a second opinion on a quote? Give me a call — free advice, no obligation.
For Landlords
Electrical compliance for York landlords, in one place
The Landlord Compliance Hub covers what the law requires, EICR pricing by circuit count, HMOs, the Renters' Rights Act, and the two things I do for free to save landlords a headache. Clear answers, no jargon, written by the electrician who'll actually turn up.
The only electrician in York recognised by the YRLA. About my recognition →
Why Bright Sparks
What makes me different
I tell you what it costs before I start
Written estimate, agreed upfront. The figure I give you is the figure you pay. If anything changes, I tell you before I do it. Never at the end of the job.
I'll explain it in plain English
If you don't understand something I've said, that's on me, not you. I'd rather take the time to explain than leave you nodding along.
I leave the place how I found it
Dust sheets down, mess cleared, hoover round before I go. Your home, not a building site.
I'm qualified to do it properly
NICEIC Approved Contractor. City & Guilds 18th Edition, Inspection & Testing, EV charging. My name's on the certificate, so I care about getting it right.
York's landlords know where to find me
I'm the only electrician in York recognised by the York Residential Landlords Association. That recognition isn't bought; it's earned through the work.
I came to this properly
I retrained during COVID after 15 years in customer insight. I understand what it's like to not know what you're looking at, and I think that makes me a better electrician.
Reviews
★★★★★ on Google
"Frankie came out at short notice and sorted the problem quickly. Explained everything clearly and made sure the setup was working perfectly before he left."
"Efficient job, great communication throughout, and left the place spotless. Couldn't recommend more highly."
"The price was great, the work was great. Frankie was professional, friendly and sorted everything without any fuss. I'll definitely use Bright Sparks again."
Case Studies
Recent projects, in detail
Two recent jobs where the brief mattered as much as the wiring. Click through for the full story.
Recent Work
On the books across York
A snapshot of what I've been doing lately across the city and surrounding villages.
Coverage
Covering York and 40+ surrounding areas
Based in York. Working across North Yorkshire and the East Riding.
Emergency Call-Outs
Electrical emergency in York?
After 8pm: £120+VAT first hour, then £100+VAT per hour or part thereof, plus materials.
Call or WhatsApp directly, no call centre, straight through to me.
Common Questions
FAQs
How much does an electrician cost in York?
Standard rate is £60+VAT per hour plus materials. I always give a written estimate before starting work so there are no surprises. Emergency call-outs after 8pm are £120+VAT for the first hour.
Are you NICEIC approved?
Yes. Bright Sparks of York is an NICEIC Approved Contractor. My work is independently assessed against BS 7671 wiring regulations. As an NICEIC Approved Contractor I self-certify all notifiable work, so you don't need to contact Building Control separately.
Do you cover areas outside York?
Yes, I cover York city and the surrounding villages within approximately 10 miles, including Haxby, Skelton, Strensall, Copmanthorpe, Bishopthorpe, Stamford Bridge, Huntington, Poppleton and many more. See the areas page for the full list.
Do you do emergency call-outs?
Yes. For genuine emergencies after 8pm the rate is £120+VAT for the first hour, then £100+VAT per hour or part thereof, plus materials. Call or WhatsApp me directly on 01904 530 735, no call centre.
Useful Reading
Guides worth a read before you call
Wiring Regulations UK 2026
Plain-English guide to BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 — what the current wiring rules actually require for homeowners and landlords.
Fuse Box vs Consumer Unit
The difference in one page — how to identify what you've got, why it matters, and when the upgrade is worth it.
MCB vs RCD vs RCBO vs AFDD
The four circuit-protection devices compared — what each protects against and where BS 7671 expects each one.
Why Your RCD Keeps Tripping
Six common causes, a six-step diagnosis you can run safely, and when it's time to stop poking and call.
Selling Your House: What the Solicitor Asks
The electrical certificates buyers and solicitors ask for in 2026, and how to be ready for the questions.
EV Charger Installation — Full Guide
The 2026 OZEV grant, Northern Powergrid DNO process, charger types, and what the install actually involves.
Credentials
Properly qualified. Independently verified.
Tell me about the job
Three fields. No obligation. I'll come back with what I’d need to give you a proper estimate.
Prefer to talk? WhatsApp me or call 01904 530 735.