The power's out.We bring it backin under 1 hour.
Faults, installations, repairs and electrical certificates. 24 hours, 365 days, over 20 years on the tools - we speak English, and you talk straight to the technician who turns up.
Your trusted electrician in Málaga
From a midnight emergency call-out to a planned project, we're the electrician in Málaga for all of it: installations and rewiring, fault repairs and official electrical certificates for homes and businesses across the province.
See all our electrical services in Málaga, or call us for free, no-obligation advice.
From the urgent fault
to the full project.
Electrical solutions for homes and businesses across the province, with an official certificate whenever you need one.
Blackouts, short circuits, breakers that keep tripping. At your door in under 1 hour.
MORE INFORMATION →Official certificates (CIE) for new connections, power increases or selling a property.
MORE INFORMATION →Homes, commercial units and industrial premises. Full installation, certificate included.
MORE INFORMATION →Diagnosis and repair of any fault: consumer units, wiring, sockets, switches.
MORE INFORMATION →Charging points in homes, garages and businesses. Full installation and certification.
MORE INFORMATION →Self-consumption to cut your bill. Survey, installation and legalisation.
MORE INFORMATION →No middlemen: the technician who answers the phone is the one who turns up.
VLR Instalaciones is a technical team with more than 20 years in the electrical trade, specialising in urgent fault repairs. No switchboards, no commissions: you deal with us directly, at competitive prices and with a guarantee on every job.

302 of 312 reviews,
five stars.
«Excellent service. They came quickly when the power went out in the entire flat. Very professional and fair prices. 100% recommended.»
«I called on a Sunday night for an emergency and they were at my house in less than an hour. They solved the problem quickly. Very grateful.»
«True professionals. They did the electrical certificate to sell my flat without any problem. Competitive price and quick processing.»
The whole province.
From Estepona to Nerja.
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656 531 413 →How much does an emergency electrician cost in Málaga?
The cost of an emergency electrician depends on the type of fault and complexity of the work. We always provide a quote before starting, with no obligation and no surprises. Call us on 656 531 413 for a free assessment.
How quickly can you arrive for an electrical emergency?
For emergencies we usually arrive in under 1 hour in Málaga city and the surrounding area, and as fast as possible everywhere else in the province. Our service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including nights, weekends and holidays.
What is a boletín eléctrico (electrical certificate) and when do I need one?
A boletín eléctrico (Electrical Installation Certificate) is an official document certifying that an electrical installation meets current regulations. You need one to connect electricity, increase contracted power, sell or rent a property, or after major renovations. As electricians authorised by the Junta de Andalucía, we can officially issue this certificate.
Do you work at weekends and on holidays?
Yes, we offer a 24-hour electrician service, 365 days a year. We handle electrical emergencies at night, at weekends, on public holidays and during holiday periods. Electrical faults don't wait, and neither do we.
What areas of Málaga do you cover?
We cover the entire Málaga province: Málaga city, Marbella, Fuengirola, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Mijas, Estepona, Vélez-Málaga, Rincón de la Victoria and all surrounding areas. We reach any point in the province.
Are you licensed electricians?
Yes, we are licensed electricians registered with the Junta de Andalucía. This allows us to issue official electrical certificates and certify all types of installations. All our work complies with Spanish electrical regulations (REBT).
Do you offer free quotes?
Yes, all our quotes are free and without obligation. We inform you of the cost before starting any work so you can decide with complete peace of mind. No surprises or hidden costs.
Do you install electric car chargers?
Yes, we install electric vehicle charging points in private homes, communal garages and businesses. We handle everything: installation, wiring, protections and the necessary electrical certificate. Contact us for more information.
What should I do if the power goes out in my house?
First, check if the blackout affects only your home or the entire building/area. If it's just your home, check the electrical panel: the RCD (the safety switch Spaniards call the diferencial) or a circuit breaker may have tripped. If you can't fix it or the situation repeats, call us on 656 531 413 and we'll come to diagnose and repair the fault.
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes, we have liability insurance covering all our work. We also offer a guarantee on all installations and repairs we carry out. We work with complete professionalism and safety.
How much does an electrician charge per hour in Málaga?
It depends on the type of job and how long it takes, which is why most work is quoted as a fixed price rather than by the hour. At VLR Instalaciones we always give you the price before we start, with no obligation, no surprises and no hidden costs; for emergencies we can give you an idea over the phone.
How do I know if an electrician is licensed?
A licensed electrician is listed in the Junta de Andalucía's official register of installers and can issue official electrical certificates (boletín / CIE). You can ask for their authorised-installer number. VLR Instalaciones are licensed electricians and we certify all our work to the REBT regulations.
Why does my electricity keep tripping (the RCD)?
It is usually a current leak from an appliance, damp, an overloaded circuit or a faulty RCD (the diferencial). You can unplug appliances one by one to find the culprit, but if it trips repeatedly it is worth having the installation checked. We can diagnose and repair it at your property.
Do you do small electrical jobs or only emergencies?
We do it all. As well as 24-hour emergencies, we handle installations, renovations, consumer-unit upgrades, new sockets and light points, certificates, EV chargers and more. No job is too small, call us and we will advise you with no obligation.
Do you charge more for a night or holiday emergency?
Urgent call-outs outside normal hours (nights, weekends and holidays) may carry a surcharge, as is standard in the trade. Either way, we tell you the price before starting so there are no surprises.
Free, no-obligation quote
For planned work: installations, certificates, solar panels, EV chargers. We reply the same day.