How Much Does Add a double socket Cost in 2026?

Updated May 2026By TradeMatch Editorial TeamElectrician cost guide
Quick answer

Add a double socket typically costs £120 on average in the UK in 2026, ranging from £80 for simple jobs to £200 for complex installations. Final price depends on materials, location and access.

Low
£80

Simple jobs, off-peak, easy access

Average
£120

Most homeowners pay around this

High
£200

Complex jobs, premium materials, urgent

Prices reflect typical UK averages for electrician work in 2026. London + South East adds ~20–40% premium. See full Electrician cost guide →

What affects add a double socket cost?

  • Location: London + South East run 20–40% above UK average; rural Wales, Scotland and Northern England 5–15% below.
  • Materials: premium brands, certified parts and warranties add 15–30% to the materials line.
  • Access: top-floor flats, listed buildings and limited-access properties take longer; reflect that in the labour quote.
  • Time of day: emergency / out-of-hours callouts add £80–£200; some electricians charge a minimum-fee callout.
  • Vetting + insurance: NICEIC / NAPIT / ELECSA-registered electricians often quote a few percent higher — but the work is insured, certified and resaleable.

Regional price variation

RegionTypical lowTypical averageTypical high
London + South East£96£156£280
Midlands + South West£80£120£200
North + Scotland + Wales£72£110£190

Add a double socket cost FAQs

How much does add a double socket cost in 2026?
Add a double socket costs £80–£200 in the UK in 2026, averaging £120. London adds 20–40% premium; rural areas often 10% lower. Get free, no-obligation quotes from vetted electricians on TradeMatch to compare local prices.
What affects the cost of add a double socket?
Materials quality, access difficulty, postcode, time of day (emergency callouts cost more), and whether parts need ordering all change the final price. Always get an itemised quote so you can see materials, labour and any callout fee separately.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes for add a double socket?
Yes — quotes for the same job can vary 30–50% between tradespeople. TradeMatch shows up to 5 vetted electrician quotes side-by-side so you can compare price, reviews and availability without phoning around.
How long does add a double socket take?
Most electrician jobs in this category take a few hours to a working day. Complex installations or repairs needing parts can extend to 2–3 days. A pre-quote site survey is the most reliable way to estimate exactly.
Do I need a vetted electrician for this job?
Yes — using a NICEIC / NAPIT / ELECSA-recognised electrician protects you from unsafe work, voided insurance and poor finishes. Every TradeMatch electrician has been ID-checked, qualification-verified and insurance-checked.

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