Socket Problems
Dead sockets, loose fittings, cracked faceplates, and other socket faults.
Socket Not Working
CautionA plug socket in your home has stopped working — nothing happens when you plug something in.
Typical fix £70–£200
Socket Loose Or Wobbly
CautionA plug socket is loose on the wall and moves or wobbles when you plug something in or pull a plug out.
Typical fix £60–£150
Socket Cracked Or Damaged
High riskThe plastic faceplate of a socket is cracked, broken, or has a piece missing, exposing the interior.
Typical fix £60–£130
USB Socket Not Working
Low riskThe USB charging ports built into your wall socket have stopped working, even though the main plug sockets are fine.
Typical fix £60–£120
Outdoor Socket Not Working
CautionThe external socket on the outside wall of your house has stopped working.
Typical fix £80–£220
Socket Not Working After Power Cut
CautionOne or more sockets stopped working after a power cut or outage and have not come back on.
Typical fix £80–£200
One Side Of Double Socket Not Working
CautionOne side of a double socket works fine but the other side is completely dead — nothing charges or powers on when you plug something in.
Typical fix £60–£120
Socket Face Plate Discoloured Or Yellow
CautionThe white plastic faceplate of your socket has turned yellow, brown, or has dark marks around the plug holes.
Typical fix £60–£160