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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SLelectrical
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
SL Electrical has been running since 2010. In that time we have Helped numerous properties and businesses with anything from changing a light bulb to full rewires. We believe that good quality affordable work is the best source of advertising. Word of mouth, wealth of knowledge and recommendations are the key to our success.
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Electrical- 13 Sep 2021
Very quick and impressive work. Prior to Simon, another electrician told us that an extractor cannot be installed in our bathroom as it doesn't have any provision due to the window. Simon came in confidently and finished the job with perfection. The extractor doesn't make any noise at all and he had to literally show it working by placing a tissue paper under the extractor :). His work was a lot better than my expectation. I can always recommend him
Inspection Team Limited
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
I'm qualified electrician ( NICEIC ) to carry out all types of electrical installation and emergency electrical repairs .I'm gas safe registered, I'm fully trained Gas engineers and qualified to work on all central heating systems. I can carry out Landlord gas safety certificate.
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Electrical- 29 May 2017
Adam came within the hour as he said, and did a good job. Great - what more can you ask for?!
Electricians 4 You Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Local family run NIC EIC registered company with over 10 years of experience. We cover Surrey, Hampshire and Surrounding areas. Our team work to the highest standard with the aim to build long lasting relationships with our customers. All aspects of domestic and electrical work Undertaken. Please get in contact for a free no obligation quote. No job to big or small
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Electrical- 6 Jul 2022
Luke fixed the immersion timer very promptly and also provided a quote for replacing the board. Many thanks Luke.
Pavels Piskunovs
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello. I'm 30 y.o. male with 15 years of experience in handyman role and 5 years as electrician in UK. My main focus is on delivering best job quality possible.
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Electrical- 23 May 2023
Pavels connected two lights to my bedroom wall which had cables ready to be connected coming out of the wall. He was reliable, showed up on time, did the job well, tidily and quickly and was very reasonably priced. We will definitely contact him again if we need a handy man again. Thanks Pavels!
DRC Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi. I have 19 years experience in the Electrical industry carrying out all types of work and I am Napit registered. Works Including full rewires, EICR’s, Consumer Unit upgrades, fault finding, additional sockets, new lighting etc. I am fully qualified to the 18th Edition of BS7671 and have Level 3 Inspection and testing.
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Electrical- 3 Nov 2022
Dan was excellent start to finish, started on the dot both days. Very helpful when deciding what to do with the electrics and very professional start to finish. Will be using again for future projects and highly recommend to anyone.
Tee Jay Electrical
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
At Tee Jay Electrical we put customers first and provide outstanding service. We will undertake most domestic or industrial Electrical work and may consider commercial Electrical works. Garden rooms and summer houses. Extra Sockets. Extra lights. Spotlights/downlights install. Outside lighting. Outside sockets. Hot tub power. Kitchen refurb, Bathroom refurb, House Rewire. All work considered.
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Electrical- 26 Jul 2026
Tom arrived on time and worked very hard, did a neat job and was very tidy. He is very easy going and had no issues when i remembered a couple of things. I am very happy with his work, he did a great job!
OurAmps Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified electrician all aspects of work undertaken. We offer a polite and friendly service where your needs and wants matter. We look forward to hearing from you The services we offer are: Domestic Commercial Industrial Changing lights and light switches Changing socket fronts Additional sockets and lighting circuits Full rewires Fuse board upgrades Lighting upgrade to LED Fault finding Test and inspection
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Electrical- 23 Mar 2022
Hi,all Damon from Our Amps Electrical carried a 2en fix on a New house extension wiring on time and on the date booked. Full certification for NDC was given and passed planning. So a Very Positive electrical project. I have called Damon of Our Amps Electrical on a number of electrical jobs So Safe Positive Electrician if you need help thanks for my help regards Mr & Mrs Chris W
Anthony Kenny
Rating: 5 out of 5
Time served, competent industrial, domestic and commercial Electrician with over 5 years in the industry. New to my builder, hence no reviews yet but no job is too big or too small.
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Electrical- 10 Nov 2023
Good price, good contact, keep time, fast job. Recommend!
VoltSafe Electricians
Rating: 5 out of 5
VoltSafe Electricians provide quality but sensibly priced domestic electrical services in and around the Cambridge and Newmarket areas.
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Electrical- 20 Apr 2023
Richard from Voltsafe Electricians was very profesional and polite. Came on time and overall did a great job. Everything was done well and met my expectations. I can higly recommend him based on my experience.
MAW ELECTRICAL SERVICES (Yorkshire) LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a family run business based in Castleford, West Yorkshire. We have over 15 years experience within the domestic and commercial sectors. From light fittings and socket upgrades to full rewires, CCTV and testing.
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Electrical- 14 Jun 2022
Micheal certainly knows his stuff. Very happy with the work completed. Will definitely use Micheal next time I need any electrical work done.
PS Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified & enrolled with the NICEIC Approved contractor scheme, fully insured to carry out all types of electrical installation works. Works carried out from additional power points to complete rewires or consumer unit upgrades all works garenteed and certificated. My back ground is one of a fully time served electrician,I give inpartial advise to all my potential customers so if you have a question please don't hesitate to get in touch always happy to help. Warmest regards Paul
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Electrical- 25 Sep 2018
Paul has done an excellent job rewiring the entire house, advising on best solutions and carrying out the work to extreme dedication and accuracy. Extremely happy with the results, I would never use any other electrician in the future other than him, of course if he remains around!
Greenlight Electrical Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Greenlight is an electrical installation company with a vast amount of experience in commercial and industrial installation work
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Electrical- 7 Jan 2023
We are very pleased with the work done by Matt. Matt fitted a new Fusebox and this was done in the time estimated. The work was completed to a good standard and Matt made sure that any mess he made was cleared up. Would definitely consider employing Matt again in the future.
J.D.Singleton Electrical Contractors
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Jared Singleton & this is what you will get from our dedicated team: 18th edition Qualified, NIC approved contractor, holding further testing & fault finding qualifications(2394/5) Knowledgable/friendly advice Professional job Reliability! Realistic time frames Dedication All work certificated Neat & tidy
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Electrical- 27 Aug 2020
Very friendly, polite, professional electrician. Very pleased with the work he did for us and would definitely recommend him to anyone.
MT2 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Pride our selves on customer satisfaction. All works fully insured and guaranteed. Covering all aspects of domestic installations. Napit approved. Ev car charging EICR’s CCU/fuse box replacement Full Rewires/extensions/loft conversions Lighting and socket upgrades Fault finding
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Electrical- 27 Jul 2023
great work and very professional, a tidy space was left after the job was completed. I would recommend.
LJF Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My Business specialises in electrical work. I am a fully qualified and insured electrician and all my work meets current regulations. I am NICEIC Registered. I pride myself on being punctual, tidy, thorough and hold the up most professionalism at all times. I undertake all forms of electrical work in the domestic sector. I also offer electrical services to the commercial and industrial sectors.
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Electrical- 1 Sep 2020
Really very happy. Grade 2 listed building and hardly any damage to old lime plaster. Will be using again. Would highly recommend.
Dragos Diaconu
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Over 20 years experience in the uk doing rewires and electrical works. If you want a decent price and a good quality of work than contact me. I am Niceic approved contractor and offer full warranty for all the jobs that I complete.
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Electrical- 10 May 2026
Job completed to a high quality