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Emergency Electrician Macclesfield – 24/7 Call-Outs in 45 Minutes

  • Writer: Phil Grieve
    Phil Grieve
  • Jul 21, 2025
  • 1 min read

Introduction

Electrical faults never happen at a good time. From tripped breakers at midnight to burning smells from a socket, you need a qualified electrician – fast. Here’s what counts as an emergency, the costs involved, and how SproSpark keeps Macclesfield homes and businesses safe around the clock.


What is an electrical emergency?

  • Repeated RCD trips that won’t reset

  • Burning smell or visible scorching

  • Flooded sockets or water inside the fuse board

  • Total power loss in part of the property


Our emergency call-out promise

Metric

SproSpark

Typical national chains

Average ETA

45 minutes

90+ minutes

Call-out fee

Fixed £89

£120–£150

First-hour labour

Included

Extra

Safety steps before we arrive

  1. Turn off the main switch if you smell burning

  2. Keep everyone clear of damp areas

  3. Do not open the consumer unit if you’re unsure


What happens on site?

  • Fault-finding with calibrated test gear

  • Isolate the faulty circuit

  • Temporary fix or full repair (parts carried in van)

  • Digital EIC report emailed for your records


Why choose SproSpark for emergencies?

  • Local Macclesfield crew – no subcontractors

  • Stocked vans fix 80 % of faults on the first visit

  • Transparent pricing – quote texted before dispatch


Frequently Asked Questions

Do you charge extra at weekends? No – our emergency rate is fixed 24/7.


Can you liaise with my insurer? Yes – we email photos and invoices the same day.


 
 
 

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