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Electrical Services in Dubai
FixPro is a licensed, DEWA-approved contractor providing electrical services in Dubai for villas, apartments and offices: tripping breakers, dead sockets, flickering lights, DB board faults, light and fan fitting, water heater circuits and outdoor lighting. Our electrician finds the cause of the fault first, explains it in plain words and confirms the price before starting work.
Send us a photo or short video of the problem on WhatsApp at 058 586 1144 or call 04 832 1555. If you smell burning or see sparks, switch off the main breaker first and call us right away.
Which Electrical Problem Do You Have? Quick Self-Check
Most electrical faults show a clear sign. Match what you see to the likely cause below. Never open a DB board or touch wiring yourself. If a socket, switch or light is warm, smells burnt or is near water, stop using it and call us the same day.
| What you notice | Likely cause | What to do now | How urgent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker trips when the AC and other loads run together | Overloaded circuit, often in summer | Switch off non-essential appliances, reset once only | Same week |
| Breaker trips again straight after you reset it | Short circuit, faulty appliance or damaged wiring | Unplug everything on that circuit and leave it off | Same day |
| Burning smell, sparks or a hot socket or switch | Loose connection or overheated wiring | Switch off at the breaker, do not use it | Emergency |
| Lights flicker or dim when the AC starts | Loose connection or an overloaded circuit | Note which room, switch off the heavy loads | Low to medium |
| Dead socket or a whole room without power | Tripped breaker, loose wire or failed socket | Check the breaker once, then call us | Same week |
| Breaker trips after rain, or near a bathroom or outdoor light | Water or moisture in a fitting or socket | Keep the circuit off and keep away from water | Same day |
Water leaks near electrics are a double risk. Our plumbing team can trace and fix the leak while our electrician makes the circuit safe.
Why Does My Circuit Breaker Keep Tripping in Dubai?
A breaker trips to protect you from overload, a short circuit or a leak to earth. In Dubai the most common trigger in summer is heavy AC load on a circuit that also feeds other appliances. Other causes are a faulty appliance, water or moisture in a socket or light, damaged or loose wiring and an ageing breaker.
What to do when a breaker trips:
- Unplug the appliances on that circuit and reset the breaker once
- If it trips again with nothing plugged in, leave it off and call an electrician
- Never keep resetting it, and never replace it with a bigger breaker
- Switch off the AC and water heater first if the trip happens when they start
- Take a photo of the DB board and note which breaker trips
A Dubai Civil Defence engineer warned residents against repeatedly resetting a tripped breaker or fitting a larger fuse, because it can cause a fire. Find and fix the cause instead. See Gulf News on short circuits and fire safety.
What Does FixPro’s Electrical Service Include?
- Fault finding: tripping breakers, dead sockets, flickering lights, no power and burning smells
- DB board and breakers: inspection, breaker and RCD replacement, tidy-up and labelling
- Sockets and switches: repair, replacement and additional power points
- Lighting: light fittings, spotlights, chandeliers, and garden and outdoor lighting
- Fans and heaters: ceiling fan, exhaust fan and water heater connections
- Wiring and rewiring: repairs and upgrades for older villas and apartments
- Motors and water pumps: electrical faults on pumps and fixtures
- Backup systems and preventive checks: emergency backup installation and regular inspection
Need AC, plumbing or small repairs on the same visit? See our AC repair and maintenance, handyman services and renovation services. Regular electrical checks are available through our AMC maintenance packages.
Which Electrical Work Needs a DEWA-Approved Contractor?
Small repairs such as changing a socket, switch or light fitting do not need a DEWA contractor. Work on the distribution board, new circuits, extra load, meter-side work and villa extensions or major rewiring do. Real Estate Club Dubai advises that DB board work, repeated breaker trips and burning smells need a licensed electrician who knows DEWA rules, not a general handyman.
FixPro is a licensed, DEWA-approved contractor, so we can handle DB board changes, new circuits and extra load, and we tell you upfront which parts of a job need approval. Before you agree to larger electrical work with any company, ask it for its trade licence and which parts of the job need DEWA approval or a building NOC. Unlicensed work can also affect landlord, building and insurance protections.
Tenant or Landlord: Who Pays for Electrical Repairs in Dubai?
It depends on your tenancy contract. By default the landlord is responsible for maintenance, but most contracts say otherwise. A common arrangement makes the tenant pay for small repairs, often under AED 500 and sometimes up to AED 1,000, and the landlord pay for larger items. A blown bulb is normally the tenant’s cost. Faults in the building’s electrical system and defects found in the first year after handover are usually the landlord’s or the developer’s responsibility.
Read your contract before booking, and tell your landlord about larger faults in writing. See Real Estate Club Dubai’s 2026 repair cost and responsibility guide. This is general information, not legal advice.
How Much Does an Electrician Cost in Dubai?
Electricians in Dubai typically charge AED 109 to AED 150 per hour plus VAT, with fixed prices for common jobs. A call-out or minimum fee of AED 80 to AED 150 is common. Parts are usually extra. DB board work is quoted after an inspection. FixPro confirms your price before work starts.
| Job | Typical Dubai price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Electrician, per hour | 109 to 150 + VAT |
| Call-out or minimum fee | 80 to 150 |
| Socket or switch repair | 99 to 300 |
| Light fitting installation | 150 to 500, depending on the fitting |
| Ceiling fan installation | from about 149 |
| Breaker (MCB) replacement | from about 149 |
| DB board fault or upgrade | quoted after inspection |
| Evening, weekend or emergency visit | usually adds 100 to 200 |
General market benchmarks from ServiceMarket, Real Estate Club Dubai, AtDoorStep, TaskRight and other published 2026 price guides. Not a FixPro quote.
At FixPro, a General Maintenance visit starts from AED 99 and covers the call-out, inspection and diagnosis. Our AMC maintenance packages start from AED 95 per month and include scheduled visits.
Is the Cheapest Electrician in Dubai the Best Choice?
No. In electrical work a low price can hide extra fees, parts mark-ups or a quick patch that fails again. Compare the total price, get it in writing before work starts and choose an electrician who explains the cause of the fault. Common problems in Dubai home services include a low advertised price that rises on arrival, unnecessary repairs and large payments requested up front. ServiceMarket lists these in its guide to common handyman scams in Dubai.
Ask every electrician these questions before you book:
- Do you hold a trade licence, and which work needs DEWA approval?
- Is the call-out fee included in the quote, and is there a minimum charge?
- Are parts included, and can I see their cost?
- Will you find the cause of the fault, not only reset the breaker?
- Will you test the circuit before you leave?
- Who do I contact if the problem comes back?
The most common complaints about home service companies are missed or cancelled visits, prices that change on the day and no follow-up after the job. A clear written price and an electrician who explains the fix avoid most of them.
24/7 Emergency Electrician in Dubai
A burning smell, sparking socket or exposed live wire is an emergency. FixPro offers emergency electrical help across Dubai, 24 hours a day. Call or WhatsApp us and tell us what is happening. While you wait:
- Switch off the main breaker at the DB board if it is safe to reach
- Do not touch sockets, switches or appliances that are wet, hot or sparking
- Unplug appliances only if the plug is dry and the area is safe
- Keep children and pets away from the area
- Take photos of the fault for your landlord or insurance
If you see flames or heavy smoke, leave the property and call Civil Defence on 997. Never use water on an electrical fire.
Electrical Problems in Dubai Villas and Apartments
Dubai’s summer heat puts the electrical system under constant load. AC units run for months, water heaters and fridges add to the demand, and older villas often have circuits that were never designed for this load. Outdoor lights, pool equipment and garden sockets face heat, dust, humidity and sprinkler water. In towers, shared riser and building faults are handled by building management, and we can help you report them.
A yearly check of the DB board, breakers, outdoor fittings and AC circuits before summer finds most weak points early.
Electrical Work Near You: Where FixPro Works in Dubai
FixPro sends electricians to villas, apartments and offices across Dubai, including Al Barsha, Dubai Marina, Arabian Ranches and Jumeirah Park. Tell us your community and building on WhatsApp and we will confirm the arrival window. Our office is at Office 101, Al Maha Tower, Al Barsha 1.
How a FixPro Electrical Visit Works
- Tell us the problem. Share a photo or video on WhatsApp, and tell us which breaker trips.
- Get a clear price. We confirm the scope, the price and an arrival window.
- We find the cause. The electrician makes the circuit safe, tests it and explains the fault and the options.
- Fix, test and clean up. We repair the fault, test the circuit and clear up before leaving.
If the job turns out to be bigger than expected, such as damaged wiring or a faulty DB board, we stop, explain and quote before doing anything more.
Why Choose FixPro for Electrical Work in Dubai?
- Licensed and DEWA-approved for electrical work, including DB board and new circuit jobs
- 10+ years maintaining homes and offices in Dubai
- 40+ team members across electrical, AC, plumbing and handyman work
- 300+ projects completed in villas, apartments and commercial spaces
- Clear pricing. You approve the price before work starts
- Cause first, then repair. We find the source of the fault instead of only resetting the breaker
- One company for everything. Electrical, AC services, plumbing and handyman services under one roof
FixPro Technical Services Co. LLC is based at Office 101, Al Maha Tower, Al Barsha 1, Dubai. Our electricians are available 24 hours a day for electrical faults and emergencies. Call or WhatsApp us at any time.
Electrical FAQs
How much does an electrician cost in Dubai? Typical rates are AED 109 to AED 150 per hour plus VAT, with a call-out or minimum fee of AED 80 to AED 150 and parts extra. Simple jobs such as a socket, switch or fan are often priced as fixed jobs. DB board faults are quoted after inspection. FixPro confirms the price before work starts.
Why does my circuit breaker keep tripping? The usual causes are an overloaded circuit, often from AC load in summer, a faulty appliance, water or moisture in a socket or light, a loose connection, or damaged wiring. Unplug the appliances on that circuit and reset once. If it trips again, leave it off and call an electrician.
Is it safe to keep resetting a tripped breaker? No. A breaker trips to prevent overheating and fire. Repeated resets or a bigger replacement breaker hide the fault and raise the risk. Find the cause first.
My breaker trips even with nothing plugged in. What now? The fault may be in the wiring, a fixed appliance such as a water heater, or a faulty breaker or RCD. Leave it off and call us. Do not open the DB board yourself.
What should I do if I smell burning from a socket or switch? Switch off the circuit at the breaker, stop using the socket and keep away from it. Call us right away. If you see flames or heavy smoke, leave and call 997.
Who pays for electrical repairs, the tenant or the landlord? It depends on your tenancy contract. Small repairs are usually the tenant’s cost, while building-system faults and larger repairs are usually the landlord’s. Defects in the first year after handover may fall to the developer. Check your contract and tell your landlord in writing.
What electrical work needs a DEWA-approved contractor? DB board changes, new circuits, extra load, meter-side work and villa extensions or major rewiring need a licensed contractor who follows DEWA rules. FixPro is licensed and DEWA-approved. Simple repairs such as a socket, switch or light fitting do not need DEWA approval.
Can I fix a socket or switch myself? Changing a bulb is fine. Do not open the DB board, change wiring or work on a live circuit. A wrong connection can cause shock or fire, and it can affect your landlord’s and insurance protections.
Do you work on both villas and apartments, and which areas do you cover? Yes. We handle electrical work in villas, apartments and offices across Dubai, including Al Barsha, Dubai Marina, Arabian Ranches and Jumeirah Park. For a fault in a shared riser or the building’s main supply, building management is responsible, and we can help you report it.
How do I get a clear electrical quote? Send a photo or video of the problem on WhatsApp and tell us your community, the room and which breaker trips. For faults that need inspection, we confirm the price before work starts, and we stop and re-quote if the job is bigger than expected.
Book an Electrician in Dubai Today
Tripping breaker, dead socket or lighting problem? Message FixPro on WhatsApp at 058 586 1144, call 04 832 1555, or contact FixPro online. We will confirm the price and a time that suits you.
