How can I check the standards of an electrician’s work?

To check the standards and quality of an electrician's work, you can look for reviews and testimonials, ask for examples of previous work or check if they are registered with a reputable body, like NICEIC. You can also check if they offer a guarantee for their work, read customer reviews, and view photos of past projects on MyBuilder.

What should I expect from an electrician?

An electrician should be **licensed and certified, punctual and provide a clear estimate** before starting the job. They should ensure the work meets safety standards and offer a guarantee on their services.

Are electricians required to have insurance?

Yes, electricians are generally required to have **public liability insurance** to protect against accidents or damage during the job. It's always a good idea to ask to see proof of insurance before hiring.

Do electricians charge a call-out fee?

Many electricians charge a **call-out fee** for visiting your property, especially if the job is small or outside of regular hours. It's advisable to confirm the fee in advance to avoid any surprises.

How long does an electrical job take?

The time required depends on the size and complexity of the work. Here’s a general guide: - **Small tasks** (e.g. replacing sockets or light fittings): usually **under an hour** - **Medium jobs** (e.g. installing new lighting circuits or upgrading a fuse box): around **half a day to a full day** - **Large projects** (e.g. full house rewiring or new installations): can take **several days to a few weeks**, depending on the property

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Arnold Electrical
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Arnold Electrical Contractors Ltd is a family run business Comprising of Father and 2 Sons with 55 years combined experience, Providing electrical services on the south coast, our work is Fully insured and comes with a personal guarantee for peace of mind.
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Electrical- 10 Feb 2019
Arranged appointment promptly. Came when he’d said, job done. Great thanks
SG Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a fully qualified JIB installation electrician with testing and inspection qualifications. I am registered to sign off my own work. I undertake all aspects of industrial, commercial & domestic electrical work.
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Electrical- 31 Dec 2021
Really good job. The guys were always on time, tidied up at the end of the day and solved numerous problems that hit them along the way. Would definitely recommend them.
CanDo Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am an electrician registered with NICEIC, passionate about meeting customer's needs, punctually and efficiently. I am generally available 24/7. You are fine to contact me at short notice. Please feel welcome to shortlist me for a quotation. For smaller jobs, I am often able to provide an estimate after a phone conversation. For bigger or more complicated jobs, I will need to make a brief visit to assess what needs to be done. I hope I can be of service to you.
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Electrical- 22 Nov 2020
Excellent service from Jonathan after using his services for a 2nd time. Accurate quote, quick call out and very knowledgeable/helpful. Solved the problem for very good value and I would highly recommend him. Thanks a lot 👍🏼
AMC Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi I am a fully qualified electrician based in the Colchester area. I can assist with anything from something as simple as changing/installing a light to a full Rewire. I pride myself in offering a friendly, polite, punctual and tidy service. Registered NICEIC domestic installer/ part P.
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Electrical- 6 Nov 2023
Alexander was very professional, polite and tidy. His work is first class and I would definitely recommend him and if I need any other electrical jobs done I will be contacting him.
Illumina Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
From small to large domestic, industrial and commercial projects, we pride ourself on delivering an exceptional service to our customers, while remaining efficient and flexible to the ever changing world and needs of our clients. We also provide services from kitchen and bathroom installations and renovations.
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Electrical- 12 Nov 2024
Rodger completed the job quickly and efficiently. I would be happy to hire him again.
David Lewis Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are an established family firm with over 15 years experience working with home owners, landlords and small building contractors delivering high quality electrical services. Our services include all aspects of electrical work from complete rewires, replacement or upgrades to fuse Boards, additional sockets and lights and not forgetting all aspects of electrical repair and inspections. We are members of the NICEIC certification program which means all our work is guaranteed to high standards.
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Electrical- 26 Jun 2024
David Lewis kept in contact with us leading up to the electrical job, and turned up on time. Very professional, knew exactly what was required and got on with the job. Very tidy, forgot he was here at one point. All the work we required was completed, the lamps fitted and look fantastic all other electrical work completed. I highly recommend David for a total re-wire, big or small jobs. A very satisfied customer
Crows Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
experienced electrician, with a love for odd jobs and making things work
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Handyman- 3 Aug 2024
Excellent job installing solar velux blind in a window about 4 metres above the stairwell.
J.K Electrical
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
I'm a fully City and Guilds qualified electrician with my 18th edition, I have just recently started as a sole trader after 10+ years experience of working for other companies, My work is to the highest quality and I also offer FREE quotations and advice to all my customers.
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Handyman- 1 Jun 2024
Great job, thanks
Elite Installations
Rating: 5 out of 5
Elite Installations are a NICEIC registered electrical contractor based in Crawley and carry out all aspects of electrical works in the surrounding counties. With over 20 years experience within the electrical industry and offering free no obligation quotes. We aim to deliver a great experience for our customers from start to finish and produce unrivalled results with our knowledge and experience.
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Electrical- 5 Jul 2022
I am very happy with the service I have received from Danny. Danny expertly replaced my tired looking lounge ceiling flash lights with a modern beautiful ceiling light that has changed the whole outlook of the lounge!! He also helped to fix my cooker extractor’s fan and Kitchen ceiling flush lights. Danny was cheerful and respectful of the property and his charges were reasonable and I feel that I got value for money. I am very happy with his work and therefore I would highly recommend him. Thank you
MTB SERVICES
Rating: 5 out of 5
One stop shop off all trades. We have all trades on boards and if we dont we will source them out. Hassle free, no need to look for different trades to accomplish multiple jobs
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Electrical- 5 Feb 2020
Would recommend to friends and family. Ged was extremely professional and we are very pleased indeed. Many thanks.
D H D ELECTRICAL
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a qualified, Part P, JIB approved electrician who has started back as self-employed due to my fostering commitments. I give free quotes and advice and I have 28 years experience.
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Electrical- 24 Jan 2019
Arrived before time agreed which was good for me. He did the job very quickly and to a good standard. Many Thanks.
CP Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Local Electrician with many years of Electrical Experience in Domestic work. Rewires New Builds including Extensions small electrical jobs and fault finding. Registered with the NICEIC scheme Part P registered for Building Regulaton requirements. I’m also qualified to install Electric Vehicle Charging Points and OLEV registered under the government grant scheme
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Electrical- 3 May 2019
good job done, exactly what we asked for, turned up on time , charged exactly what he quoted, kept card will use again.
MPI Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Matt and I am an ELECSA approved Domestic and commercial electrical contractor, I am based in Northwich but cover all of Cheshire and South Manchester.. All Electrical work carried out to the latest 17 th edition regulations and fully insured..re wire specialist.. 20 years experience, part p registered. I unerstand how important your home is and all work carried out is clean, efficient and off the highest standard... very competitive prices.
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Electrical- 27 Aug 2020
Matt responded very quickly, did an excellent job, since 2016 i have consistently used Matt for all my electical work
BRG Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Just starting up on my own with years of Experience in the electrical sector , 5 Star electrician on My Job Quote. Fully qualified and NAPIT approved electrician, with good experience in the domestic and commercial sector. Priding myself in the quality and care for my clients and work with Competitive and fair prices
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Electrical- 6 Jun 2024
Ben was very helpful with his communication beforehand and also on the day. He was able to advise me on a couple of things and cleaned up after the job was finished.
Pat-Man 24/7 LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Pat-Man 24/7 cover a wide range of electrical work with fully qualified electricians. We always give an outstanding service at a competitive price. Our electricians are fully NVQ qualified and are always punctual, polite and never leave a mess. We are NICEIC registered. We offer all services of electrical work including solar panels, battery storage and EV chargers
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Electrical- 23 Nov 2021
Can't recommend them highly enough. Perfectly reasonable quote, no sharp intakes of breath or the head shaking I have often experienced with trades people. Explained what I asked when I asked it. Not at all patronising. Arrived when they said they would, did the work as agreed, overcame any obstacles without bothering me or complaining and left the house cleaner than when they arrived. Bloody marvelous. Thanks
Stone Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Local Domestic and commercial Electrician offering a reliable service. All work undertaken, Full and partial rewires. Fuse board upgrades. Extra sockets Lighting upgrades Alterations Fault finding, rectification EICR’s, Landlord certificates. Outdoor lights and power Ozev approved EV chargepoint installer
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Electrical- 10 Jan 2024
Very impressed with Andrew. Very professional and competent. Everything left very tidy all dust etc cleared away. Would wholly recommend and definitely call him again.