Electrical work in Nigerian homes has to cope with more than one power source. A house may switch between grid supply, a generator and an inverter several times a day, and every changeover, extension and borrowed socket adds load to wiring that was rarely designed for it. Burnt sockets, tripping breakers and appliances that keep failing are usually signs of that strain.
On Oga Repair you hire electricians whose identity and business registration have been verified. Tell them what is tripping, sparking or not working, agree the price before they start, and keep your money in escrow until the fault is fixed and everything is back on.
What electricians can help with
Fault finding
Tracing tripping breakers, dead circuits, flickering lights and burnt sockets back to the cause.
Wiring and rewiring
New wiring for extensions and renovations, and replacing old, undersized or damaged cables.
Distribution boards and breakers
Installing, replacing and labelling distribution boards, breakers and RCDs.
Changeover switches
Fitting manual and automatic changeovers between grid supply and a generator so the two never meet.
Inverter and solar connections
Connecting inverters and solar systems to the right circuits and separating heavy loads they cannot carry.
Fittings and outlets
Installing sockets, switches, light fittings, ceiling fans and outdoor lighting.
Verified electricians on Oga Repair
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See all matching artisansHow booking works
- 1
Describe the fault
Say what happens and when — on grid power, generator, inverter or all three — and add photos of the board or the burnt outlet.
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Pick a verified electrician
Compare quotes and ratings from electricians who serve your area.
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Agree the work in chat
Confirm what will be tested, replaced or rewired and the total price before anything is opened up.
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Test, then confirm
Check every affected circuit with the electrician present; release payment from escrow once it all works.
Payments are held in escrow until you confirm the work is done. Read more about payments and disputes & refunds.
Where we have electricians
We're onboarding verified electricians in Lagos, Abuja and Ibadan. Post an open job and verified artisans who take this work can send you quotes.
Staying safe
- If you smell burning or see sparks, switch off at the main switch and do not use that circuit until it has been checked.
- Never let anyone connect a generator straight into a socket — it needs a proper changeover switch.
- Keep children away from open boards and loose cables while work is going on.
- Ask for breakers to be labelled so you can isolate each part of the house yourself later.
Every artisan is identity- and business-verified. See our safety guidance for every job.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my breaker keep tripping?
Usually an overloaded circuit, a short in an appliance or damaged wiring, or moisture getting into an outlet. An electrician tests each circuit to find which, rather than simply fitting a bigger breaker.
Can an electrician connect my inverter or solar system?
Yes. Electricians on Oga Repair connect inverters and solar systems to your existing wiring and can move heavy loads, such as pumps or air conditioners, onto circuits the inverter does not supply.
Do I need a changeover switch for my generator?
Yes. A changeover keeps generator power and grid power apart, which protects your appliances and anyone working on the lines outside.
What happens if the fault returns after the job?
Message the electrician first. Until you confirm the job is complete you can raise a dispute, and your payment stays in escrow while it is reviewed.
Get quotes from verified electricians
Describe the job, compare quotes and profiles, and pay through escrow — released only when the work is done.