Smoke, fire or immediate danger
Leave the affected area. Do not touch damaged equipment. Call the emergency services.
Call 112Urgent electrical help · Amsterdam
Emergency electrician in Amsterdam
No power at home or a breaker that keeps tripping? Call us. We will check your address and explain the next step and costs.
Smoke, fire or immediate danger? Leave the area and call 112.
- Direct phone contact
- Address and arrival time confirmed by phone
- Costs discussed before work starts
No booking yet. We discuss the costs first.
Clear arrangements before work startsDiscuss the job, timing and costs by phone.
Costs discussed before workAmsterdam address confirmed by phoneNext step explained clearly
First, choose the right help
Is this an electrical emergency?
A power cut in the street and a fault inside your home need different people. Use these checks before arranging a visit.
Neighbours also have no power
Check the network outage first. Liander lists local faults; the national fault line is free and open 24 hours.
Only your unit is affected
Tell us which rooms lost power and whether a breaker or RCD trips. If you rent or a shared area is affected, contact your building manager too.
How we can helpRecognise the problem
What is happening at your property?
You do not need to know the technical name. Describe what you notice.
No power in your home
First check whether neighbours also have no power. If only your home is affected, call us.
Breaker keeps tripping
Tell us which parts of your home lose power. Leave repairs to a qualified electrician.
Burning smell or sparks
Keep away from the affected area. If there is fire or immediate danger, leave the property and call 112.
Electrical help in Amsterdam
A few details make the call easier.
We check your postcode and availability by phone before arranging an appointment. There is no need to diagnose the wiring yourself.
Where is the problem?
In an Amsterdam apartment or canal house, say whether the fault is inside your home, in a shared stairwell or near a communal meter cupboard.
For shared spaces, ask your landlord, building manager or VvE (owners’ association) who arranges access and the repair.
Have this ready
- Your postcode, house number and any apartment or door suffix.
- What stopped working, when it started and whether anyone else is affected.
- Any heat, smell, sparks or water near the electrical installation. Keep clear if you notice these.
Is it a network fault?
Liander is the grid operator for Amsterdam. If other homes have lost power or you suspect a meter or main fuse fault, check the network report before booking a private electrician.
See Liander outages Use the English power-outage guideUseful Dutch words:meterkast · meter cupboardgroepenkast · fuse box / consumer unitaardlekschakelaar · RCD / safety switchnetbeheerder · grid operator
What happens next
From your call to a clear decision.
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Tell us what happened
Describe the fault or the work you want done and give your postcode.
02
Discuss the next step
We confirm whether we can help, the expected timing and the cost information available.
03
Agree before work starts
We discuss the job and costs with you before the electrician begins work.
Costs without guesswork
Ask what the visit will cost.
Electrical problems differ, so a price without details could mislead you. Tell us your situation and ask for the full cost before confirming work.
For a rented home, check who is authorised to order the repair and who will pay for it.
01
Call-out and investigation
Ask what a visit and fault finding will cost, even if no repair is carried out.
02
Labour, materials and charges
Discuss evening or weekend charges and the total including VAT.
03
Agree before extra work
Ask for a new price before any additional work starts.
Good to know
Clear answers, in plain English.
Still unsure? Call and describe your situation.
How soon can someone come to Amsterdam?
Call with your postcode and the problem. We will confirm the expected arrival time for your address before a visit is arranged.
Can I ask about the price before booking?
Yes. Tell us what is wrong and ask about the call-out charge, investigation, labour, materials and any evening or weekend surcharge. We discuss the costs before work starts.
I rent my home. Should I call my landlord?
If the problem is in a rented home or a shared part of the building, contact your landlord or building manager as well. They can tell you who arranges the repair.
What if the whole street has no power?
Check the network outage first. The national fault line 0800-9009 handles supply faults up to your meter. See the power-outage guide.
Need help at your Amsterdam address?
Call with your postcode, or send a short request. We will confirm availability, timing and the next step with you.