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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The Meadows Electrical
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
All electrical work fully covered and certified. Our work covers domestic installs, commercial installs, fire and security,smart home installations and EV charge installations. All work is done with the customers needs in our best interest. A great free, no obligation quote is available as well free electrical safety check 18th edition 2395/2395 test and inspect Nvq level 3 City and guilds Part P installer Smart home installer EV installer
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Electrical- 2 Nov 2016
Job done without fuss, friendly guy too :)
S Shaw Electrical LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Located in Atherton covering the North West, we have extensive experience carrying out repairs and testing in Domestic, Commercial & industrial buildings. We carry out a variety of work from reactive maintenance, general upgrades, emergency lighting installations & inspections, EICRS & appliance testing. We are proud to be an NIC EIC approved contactor and a member of the Competent person scheme (CPS)
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Used S.shaw electrical LTD more than once for work I've needed around the house from changing a socket to putting everything in a newly renovated extension . every job that I've used this company for has always been completed on time with a high standard . Fabulous service and professional , Definitely recommend this company.
Matt Medlicott Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a sole trader and have been self employed for 5 years now, I am a fully qualified electrician registered with NAPIT and also have Testing and Inspection (2391) qualifications I can undertake all types of electrical work so please feel free to get in touch I work within the Shropshire area I am fully insured and also Part P approved to notify my work to local authority
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Electrical- 5 Aug 2023
Matt was amazing! I phoned him quite late on Sunday for some urgent work to be done and he worked around me fantastically and came first thing Monday. He was professional, clean and polite. His work is extremely tidy and wouldn’t think he was there. Privilege of a tradesmen to have around the house. Would highly recommend to everyone.
Mcloughlin Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrician based in Abbots Langley. Originally from St Albans area. Apprentice trained, qualified for over 13 years.
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Electrical- 21 Feb 2022
Kieran provided a quote quickly and communicated well throughout the process. He was on time and and kept to the agreed days to complete the job. Very happy with the work completed and will use Kieran again in the future for more electrical work
ELECTRICAL ENGENEERING LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
ELECTRICAL SERVICES AND SOLUTIONS
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Electrical- 20 Mar 2022
Evgeni - repaired and corrected the wiring issue to my boiler. Punctual and gave me written feedback for other work required. I’ll definitely use him again
Thomas Rath
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have over 5 years experience in all aspects of electrical maintenance and installations such as rewires, new installations such as Electric vehicle charging points, changing light fixtures and swapping accessories such as light switches and sockets. Socket and lighting additions, upgrades or alterations to circuits and any maintenance on circuits such as RCD tripping. Shortlist for a free quote.
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Electrical- 23 Aug 2023
Thomas advised an alternative option for my kitchen lighting which turned out amazing Professional and fair with pricing Would use his services again and recommend to friends and family
SIR Electrical
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Approved Electrician covering all area’s of North Wales, quality, trust and reliability gives a high standard of work and to the current Wiring Regulations. Working on Domestic and Commercial industries I offer a range of services.
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Electrical- 13 Mar 2026
Didn’t wait long to have quote done, job completed a few days after, arrived on time and was tidy. Definitely recommend:)
Cribarth Energy Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
JIB REGISTERED -APPROVED ELECTRICIAN 11 years experience.
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Electrical- 26 Jun 2022
Great service ... Will use again
Pendle Electrical Contractors
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Established in 2001 NICEIC Approved since 2004 PEC provides fixed wire test reports to businesses, landlords & homeowners to achieve compliance with latest wiring regulations
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Electrical- 30 Mar 2026
Friendly & approachable down to earth guy, completed work no problem, would recommend.
AD Electrical Services
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Fully Qualified and Fully Insured Electrician, I am a member of Napit (31056) and Trustmark. I have over 15 years experience in the Domestic, Commercial and Industrial sectors and I carry out all types of electrical work and also CCTV & security. All my work is carried out to the highest standard, on time and within budget.
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Electrical- 15 Aug 2024
Excellent, professional service from start to finish, very reasonably priced too. Would highly recommend 👌
Callum Banks
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello, I’m an electrician with 9 years experience, if you’re looking for an enthusiastic reliable electrician then look no further.
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Two new wall lights and loft light, Callum was very reliable and on time, his work was very neat and he cleaned up as he worked ( which is rare with previous tradesmen I have encountered) I would highly recommend Callum and will be using him in the future.
MJF Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Matt I am friendly, approachable and have a great work ethic. Quality of an installation and finish is paramount. All forms of electrical work undertaken from full rewires to a simple light fitting change. Covering electrical work all over the north west. Fully qualified 18th edition approved electrician Ev charging Fully insured
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Electrical- 27 Apr 2021
Really happy with Matt's work, as well as his work ethic. Matt was on time for the job and completed it quickly and to a high standard. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Matt again for any future electrical works.
AllElectric
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi 👋 I'm a solo electrician with more than 12years experience. Happy to help you with your electrical problems or works. Thank you
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Electrical- 1 Mar 2023
Very friendly, fast and professional service. Recommend and will call again when needed.
ABDELALI GUIDOUM
Rating: 5 out of 5
Mr guidoum. For electrical installations, new installations or extensions .repairs. High standards,affordability, and efficiency
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Electrical- 29 Apr 2023
Brilliant job. Reliable, timely, completed work to an excellent standard, dealt well with the quirks of our house well, fairly priced, and left a tidy space.
Pennington Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, I'm an Approved Electrician and have undertaken all aspects of electrical work through working for Pennington Electrical, we have over 40 years experience, are a family business and aim to bring customer satisfaction in every job we carry out big or small. We are fully insured and all work is tested by a qualified tester and certification provided when required. Quotations are free and our prices are competitive. Complete Electrical Service. We would be happy to be of help.
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Electrical- 26 Jan 2019
Friendly, reliable guy. Arrived on time. Completed work to a good standard. Will definitely recommend to people and use him again.
Woodworth Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am new to this website so will try and beat any genuine quote.family run buisiness and have been a electrician for 10 years. Worked in the electrical/building industry for 20 years.have a 5 star rating on rated people/checkatrade.proud to have worked with and help the team at diy sos.I take alot of pride in my work and undertake all types of electrical installation work, from complete rewires to adding a extra socket.all work certified by the niceic. I am fully qualified and fully insured.
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Electrical- 9 May 2019
Dave is a nice person to deal with. arrived as promised and did the job over two days. will be calling him again on the next job.no problems.