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Electricians in Tallaght, Firhouse & South West Dublin
Electrical for homes and businesses in Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham and Terenure. Tell us the fault and we will get a registered electrician to you.
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[Electrician] in South West Dublin
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- Covering 10 areas in South West Dublin
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Homes in South West Dublin and what that means for electrical
1930s–1950s semi-detached homes in Terenure, Kimmage, Walkinstown and parts of Rathfarnham, big 1970s–1980s estates in Tallaght, Firhouse and Knocklyon, and newer apartments around Citywest.
1930s–1960s houses have often been rewired once, but the fuse board may lack modern RCD protection and circuits can be overloaded by modern appliances. 1970s–1990s houses usually have PVC wiring in reasonable condition but older fuse boards that are worth upgrading to modern RCBO protection. Newer homes have modern boards and wiring, so faults tend to be appliance-related, outdoor circuits or EV and solar additions.
What to check before you hire a electrician
- Check the contractor is registered with Safe Electric Ireland (safeelectric.ie)
- Ask for an ETCI Completion Certificate for new circuits, rewires and fuse board changes
- Get a written quote that separates labour, materials and making good
- Ask whether surface trunking or chasing into walls is planned
- Confirm who is responsible for replastering and redecorating after chasing
Common electrical jobs in South West Dublin
- Emergency Electrician – typical cost €100–€200 call-out
- 24 Hour Electrician – typical cost €150–€300 out-of-hours
- Tripping Electrics – typical cost €100–€300
- Fuse Board Replacement – typical cost €700–€1,300
- Rewiring Electrician – typical cost €7,000–€14,000 for a typical 3-bed
- Power Outage Repair – typical cost €100–€300
- Fault Finding Electrician – typical cost €100–€350
- Socket Repair – typical cost €80–€180
- Lighting Installation – typical cost €60–€120 per fitting; minimum call-out applies
- Smoke Alarm Installation – typical cost €80–€150 per mains-wired alarm
Larger projects: EV Charger Installation, Solar Panel Installation, Home Battery Installation.
Area by area: electrical in South West Dublin
- Tallaght (Dublin 24, South Dublin County Council): Tallaght is Dublin's largest suburb, dominated by 1970s and 1980s estate housing, with newer apartments near the town centre.
- Citywest (Dublin 24, South Dublin County Council): Citywest is mainly 2000s apartments, duplexes and townhouses, alongside business parks.
- Firhouse (Dublin 24, South Dublin County Council): Firhouse is mostly 1970s and 1980s semi-detached family homes in established estates.
- Knocklyon (Dublin 16, South Dublin County Council): Knocklyon has 1970s–1990s semi-detached and detached family homes, many already extended.
- Ballyboden (Dublin 16, South Dublin County Council): Ballyboden is mainly 1970s semi-detached homes in mature estates near the foothills of the Dublin Mountains.
- Templeogue (Dublin 6W, South Dublin County Council): Templeogue is mostly 1950s–1970s semi-detached and detached homes, with mature gardens.
- Walkinstown (Dublin 12, South Dublin / Dublin City): Walkinstown is largely 1940s and 1950s semi-detached and terraced housing.
- Kimmage (Dublin 12 / 6W, Dublin City Council): Kimmage has 1930s–1950s terraced and semi-detached homes, many built as part of large housing schemes.
- Rathfarnham (Dublin 14, South Dublin County Council): Rathfarnham has 1930s–1970s semi-detached homes, larger period houses and newer developments near the M50.
- Terenure (Dublin 6W, Dublin City Council): Terenure has 1930s semi-detached homes, Victorian and Edwardian red-brick, and larger period houses.
Other districts: North Dublin City, Dublin North Coast, North County Dublin, Dublin 15, West Dublin & Leixlip, South Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire & South Coast, Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham and Terenure?
Yes. South West Dublin includes Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham and Terenure. If you are just outside these areas, get in touch anyway.
What electrical issues are common in South West Dublin?
1930s–1960s houses have often been rewired once, but the fuse board may lack modern RCD protection and circuits can be overloaded by modern appliances. 1970s–1990s houses usually have PVC wiring in reasonable condition but older fuse boards that are worth upgrading to modern RCBO protection. Newer homes have modern boards and wiring, so faults tend to be appliance-related, outdoor circuits or EV and solar additions.
Why does my electricity keep tripping?
Usually an appliance with a fault, moisture in an outside socket or light, or a damaged cable. Unplug everything on the tripping circuit and reset. If it holds, plug appliances back in one at a time to find the culprit.
Do I need a certificate for electrical work?
Yes, for new circuits, rewires and fuse board changes. A Safe Electric registered contractor issues a Completion Certificate, which your insurer or solicitor may ask for.
What should I do if I smell burning from a socket or the fuse board?
Switch off the power at the main switch if it is safe to do so, and do not use the circuit until it has been checked by an electrician. If there is smoke or fire, call 112 or 999.
How do I know if my house needs rewiring?
Old rubber or fabric-covered cables, a fuse board with rewireable fuses, no RCD protection, scorched sockets or frequent faults are all signs.
How Emergency Trade Works
Emergency Trade connects you with independent, vetted local tradespeople across South West Dublin and the rest of Dublin. Before any work starts, ask for a written quote and check the right registration for the job: RGII for gas work and Safe Electric for electrical work.