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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Green Pearl Electrical Testing and Remedials
Rating: 5 out of 5
Green Electrical Testing and Remedials (GPE) is a company with over 30 years experience in the electrical industry. At GPE We are fully Part P registered with NAPIT and carry out electrical work on domestic commercial and industrial premises. This includes electrical testing and inspection reports. We operate a 24 hour emergency call out service. In addition to our electrical installation work we can provide general property maintenance
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Electrical- 5 May 2023
100% recommended. Thorough, punctual and professional from start to finish. Went the extra mile to wrap the job up in good time. Great job. Thanks!
GRR Electrical and Maintenance
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
New business but have 22 years electrical experience working for Royal Mail. I undertake all electrical work and other maintenance services.
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Electrical- 15 Apr 2019
Would definitely use again. Gary arrived on time. Got on with the job to our complete satisfaction. Explained everything he was doing. Charged the quoted price. You need not worry you can hire him in complete confidence.
Pulse EVC Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We specialise in Solar Panel and Battery Storage installations along with Electric Vehicle Chargers. We offer full electrical works at competitive rates from single sockets through to full re-wires. All electrical works undertaken, fully insured, warranted and accredited.
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top class, always works very hard and to a very high standard
Knight Installation & Maintenance Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Skilled and highly trained Electricians in Kettering and the surrounding region, we provide a comprehensive range of competitively priced Electrical Services for domestic and commercial properties with over 20 years experience. 24 hours, 365 days a year. Fixed rates, affordable prices – no hidden costs – no call out charges
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Electrical- 8 Feb 2019
Attended within the hour and sent everything back as we asked, would use again.
Harts Electrical Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Napit Member - 56989 - We are local electrical contractors undertaking all aspects of installation for the domestic and commercial sector. We are polite, honest and clean tradesmen. Fully insured and trained upto the latest regulations. All part P notifiable works completed and relevant paperwork issued. 🔹Wiring/Part Upgrades 🔹Test and Inspection (PAT Included) 🔹CCTV 🔹Security 🔹Audio/Visual 🔹Aerial 🔹Repairs
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Electrical- 12 Feb 2021
Having had many bad experiences with trades I always dread needing work done but I have to say Jordan and his team have renewed my faith in tradesmen. Fantastic service from first contact, to quoting and getting the job done. Great price and very clean and tidy. Moved my sky, aerial, telephone and broadband sockets, added 3 new electrical sockets and installed a wall bracket and mounted my tv. Even provided the plasterer and liaised with him to make sure the whole job was done in one day. Very impressed and will definitely recommend.
KTS Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
KTS Electrics is an independent electrical contractor based in Southville and operating in Bristol and the surrounding area.
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I hired Keir to fit an infrared heater when first setting up my new shop. He was excellent, very professional and offered good value for money. As a result, I hired him again for a bigger job, fitting a new consumer unit, putting in new power outlets, and new lighting. He is very reliable, made appointments to come and discuss the job and then followed up on questions promptly. He also explained safety considerations and different options for specific jobs really clearly so that I could decide what was best to do. I will definitely hire him again for any future jobs.
JB Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified NVQ City and guilds level 3 and 18th edition electrician undertaking all aspects of electrical works. Registered member of Napit
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Electrical- 1 Mar 2023
Brilliant job, responded within minutes and job completed within hours. Thank you very much would definitely use again. Price was also very very competitive.
Colby Reece
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to my electrical services! With 6 years of experience, I offer a wide range of skills in both commercial and domestic electrical work. At just 21 years old, I bring a fresh perspective and a dedication to delivering exceptional service. Additionally, I am also available to assist you as a handyman, ensuring that all your needs are met under one roof. Trust in my expertise and professionalism to handle your electrical projects with precision and efficiency.
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Electrical- 19 Jul 2023
Colby was very flexible on when he could do the job and arrived promptly, he was efficient and high professional. I will certainly use him for future jobs.
A6 Electrician LLP
Rating: 5 out of 5
A6 Electrician is a local, independent domestic electrical specialist. Registered with the NICIEC, and with up-to-date qualifications, we are able to undertake all kinds of household electrical work. Whether you want an outside light installed, a new consumer unit (fuse board) or a complete rewire, A6 Electrician will be able to help.
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Electrical- 20 Feb 2020
Mark arrived on time was very professional did a very good job on my sockets he cleaned up after he had finished highly highly recommend
Galaxy Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Domestic and Commercial Electrical, Gas & Heating Services - Boiler Installation - Boiler Repairs/Servicing - Smart Thermostats Such as NEST, DRAYTON, ESI Etc. - S PLAN & Y PLAN for heating system - Landlord Gas Certificate/Safety Checks - General Plumbing - Power Flushing - Gas Hob & Cooker Installations - Unvented cylinder Installations - Gas Pipe Work - Underfloor Heating (Manifold and pump installations) All kind of electrical work undertaken
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Central Heating- 6 Feb 2020
Syed and his business partner are very good in communicating. They respected the family space and did a good job.
P G Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Skilled and fully qualified JIB Electrician.
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Electrical- 18 Sep 2023
Paul was great, friendly, fast, good communication, and did a great job. Will happily hire again.
EM Electrical Services (Doncaster)
Rating: 5 out of 5
We pride ourselves on the service and products we offer, if a job is worth doing it is worth doing right, and thats why we only use the best products. Our clients are very important to us, this is why we listen to you and your requirements and help you achieve them. For example; we use workmats and dust extraction to keep things tidy and lasers to ensure all is level. Our standards are high.
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Mended ceiling fan light in the bedroom, rewired garage & put a new box in because lights kept fusing, also took the old strip lights out & replaced them with energy efficient lights. Gavin fitted me in quickly arrived on time was very efficient & friendly , made no mess was reliable & left everything working perfectly would highly recommend
Jimmy Seager
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
All small minor electrical works and appliances. 20 years experience in the trade with all domestic, commercial and industry systems. Time served from the age of leaving school. A lot of experience working in domesic properties.
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Electrical- 9 Jun 2026
Great communication, arrived early and did a great job fitting new lights. Very neat and tidy - would definitely use again.
Lester electrical
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
Hi I’m a self employed electrician looking to grow my business , I do domestic and commercial work
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Electrical- 13 Nov 2023
Jake has done an excellent job for us. Needed a bathroom extractor fan finishing after someone else had left us in the lurch. Jake was professional from start to finish: supplied an itemised quote; gave us a time when he could do the work; arrived promptly at the agreed time; worked efficiently; left everything clean and tidy when complete and was a 'no fuss' worker. Will definitely use him again and highly recommend him.
Park Electrical
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Select registered Approved Electrician covering all aspects of domestic, Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural installations. Reliable & Affordable. We specialise in the rental property sector, carrying out Electrical Installation Condition Reports & upgrading smoke detection systems in line with the requirements set out by The Scottish Association for Landlords. No job is to big or to small.
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Electrical- 22 Nov 2019
I can only echo what other reviews state about Kev and Mark. Two very polite guys. All aspects of the work they carried out were clearly explained to us, they arrived on time, completed all the work leaving a very neat job and no mess very professional. Even though there were a few niggles along the way it didn't alter the price of the original quote. Would I recommend Park Electrical -Definitely and will be my first call in the future for any further electrical work Thanks again for carrying out such an excellent job for us
D.Wilmot Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I’m a relatively new electrician working in the south hams area, I’m hard working and pay attention to detail. I carry out EICR’s, consumer unit changes, minor works and fault finding on mainly domestic and commercial settings.
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Electrical- 6 Jun 2022
Duncan came out at the time we had discussed and viewed the job. very useful information was given and he went on his way, no fuss. A couple of days later we received his quote. After discussions it was agreed he would do the job. Once again arrived on time, no fuss and completed the job to a very high standard, wires hidden, lights working and a certificate was sent through that evening. Cleared away and mess he made and we are delighted with the results. We would definitely use him again.