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Electricians in Nairobi (2026)
Describe the work you need in Nairobi. Availability depends on the local network; submitting a request does not guarantee a match.
Prepare a useful request
Include the area, type of work, current situation and preferred timing. Ask for relevant qualifications, references and a written quote before work starts.
Electrical work in Nairobi: the local picture
Anyone who has hired a tradesperson in Kenya knows the word: a “fundi wa umeme” is an electrician — and in Nairobi, good ones are busy. New apartments and office fit-outs, Kenya Power outages and planned maintenance, and the boom in backup and solar systems keep demand high across the city.
Requests reach us from estates across Nairobi — Westlands, Kilimani and Kileleshwa, Karen and Langata, Embakasi, Kasarani and Roysambu. Our local network is still growing: we review every request individually and tell you honestly if we cannot match you with an available fundi yet.
Typical jobs in Nairobi
- Fault finding, tripping breakers and repairs
- House wiring, rewiring and extensions
- Distribution boards and surge protection
- Inverter and backup power installation
- Wiring and certification for new Kenya Power connections
Areas we receive requests from
- Westlands and Parklands
- Kilimani and Kileleshwa
- Karen and Langata
- Embakasi
- Kasarani and Roysambu
Before you hire: the EPRA licence.
In Kenya, electrical workers are licensed by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) — and Kenya Power requires a wiring certificate from an EPRA-licensed electrician before connecting a new building to the grid. Ask for the licence number and check it against EPRA's public register. More checks: 5 questions to ask your electrician.
Typical 2026 rates. Market rate guides put Nairobi electricians at roughly KES 2,000–3,500 per day, or KES 800–1,500 per point for wiring work (source: Thoonjo fundi rate guide, 2026). Rates vary with experience, job complexity and materials — agree a written quote before work starts.
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FAQs: hiring an electrician in Nairobi
How much does an electrician charge in Nairobi?
2026 market rate guides put electricians in Nairobi at roughly KES 2,000–3,500 per day, or KES 800–1,500 per point for wiring. The final price depends on the job, materials and experience — get it in writing before work starts.
What is an EPRA licence and why should I care?
EPRA — the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority — licenses electrical workers in Kenya. Kenya Power requires a wiring certificate from an EPRA-licensed electrician before connecting a property to the grid, so the licence matters for both safety and paperwork. Ask for the number and check the public register.
Do you cover my neighbourhood?
We receive requests from across Nairobi, including Westlands, Kilimani, Karen, Embakasi and Kasarani. Our network is still growing, so we cannot promise a match everywhere — submit a request and we will review it and tell you honestly what is possible.
How fast can I get an electrician in Nairobi?
There is no guaranteed response time — availability depends on the local network and the trade. Describe the fault, your estate and your timing precisely in the request; that gives our review the best chance of a quick, useful answer.