Electric Shocks & Tingling
Getting shocks or tingling sensations from switches, taps, or appliances.
Electric Shock From Light Switch
High riskYou feel an electric shock or jolt when you touch or operate a light switch in your home.
Typical fix £80–£180
Electric Shock From Tap Or Water
EmergencyYou receive a shock or tingling sensation when you touch a kitchen or bathroom tap, or when water is running.
Typical fix £100–£300
Tingling Sensation From An Appliance
High riskYou feel a tingling or buzzing sensation when you touch the metal casing of an appliance like a washing machine, tumble dryer, or fridge.
Typical fix £80–£200
Electric Shock When Touching A Socket
High riskYou receive a shock when you touch the faceplate of a plug socket or while plugging something in.
Typical fix £80–£180
Electric Shock From Radiator
High riskYou feel a shock or tingling when you touch a radiator or central heating pipe in your home.
Typical fix £100–£280
Constant Static Shocks In The House
Low riskYou keep getting small static shocks when touching door handles, metal objects, or other people in your home.
Typical fix £0–£80
Mild Electric Shock When Touching Metal
CautionYou feel a mild but definite electric shock when you touch metal surfaces like radiator pipes, appliances, or metal window frames.
Typical fix £80–£220