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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AR Building Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a joyfull, trustworthy and a very perfectionist individual when it comes to my work. I take pride in every job i do. A good job accomplished will lead me on to my next good job. I specialise in Electrical installations of any sort and also do other small building works. I love helping people out and seeing the end result of my work which makes the customer happy.
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Handyman- 3 May 2022
Very friendly and efficient tradesman knew his stuff very happy with the result
OE ELECTRICAL
Rating: 5 out of 5
Here at OE ELECTRICAL we pride our selfs on the highest customer experience, fast and affordable electrical work that you can trust and reply on to the highest of standards.
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Electrical- 17 Nov 2022
James was new to My Builder. After speaking to him I decided to give him the job to do ECR on two properties and fit fire alarms. I was more than happy with the quote provided and communication with James was great. Completed work to a very high standard. Do not be put off by lack of reviews James is very professional, honest and will keep you updated throughout. I highly recommend him and have already booked him to do more work for me on another property and recommend him to friends.
Omnia technical Services ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electricians - domestic, commercial and industrial. Landlord safety inspection and rental property specialists, Bespoke lighting specialist. All electrical work undertaken big or small
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Electrical- 21 Sep 2021
From the start to the end it was a great service.
Power Phased Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
hi I am Craig Bedford a fully qualified electrical engineer with extensive knowledge of the BS7671 wiring regulations. I have experience in installing all types of electrical systems from simple domestic installations to full commercial refurbishments. Please consider Power Phased Electrical for all your electrical requirements.
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Electrical- 4 May 2019
Polite on time explains clearly and leaves you no doubt on his skills and experience. Very good.
Neil Allan Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a domestic Electrician doing anything from a light bulb to a full house rewire. PAT testing and Periodic Inspections (EICR) for landlords. I can advise on home heating and ventilation systems. Polite, friendly, hard working and flexible, I'm a non-smoker and will leave your house clean & tidy.
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Electrical- 21 Jun 2022
Neil did a fantastic job, very professional and really helpful with advice. I knew I needed an electrician but didn't fully understand what I needed to get my house up to speed - Neil made the whole process really easy and did a great job. He kept in good contact with me and outlined everything clearly. I would 110% recommend!
ConnectPlus247 Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Connect+Group offers all domestic and commercial services in the electrical, CCTV and security sector all in one company. Established in 2014 we've grown from offering small electrical jobs to installing wired and wireless CCTV and security systems in a wide variety of sites which are bespokely priced to tailor our customers needs. With our experienced engineers we can design, install and maintain your electrical systems without the need for you to worry about anything.
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Electrical- 23 Mar 2023
I found Dan on My Builder, where he has 100% good reviews. I told Dan that I had got a cheaper quote than what he quoted and he said he’ll match that. The day the extractor fan arrived Dan took time out of his schedule to come install the new extractor fan. He came on time. Done the job very quickly even though there was extra work which he didn’t charge me any extra for. I’m extremely happy about this as we’re currently in a cost of living crisis. He got wipes and clean up the areas he was working in, even though you could see he was in a rush as his wife called. I would recommend Dan to anyone who wants a professional, reliable and today tradesman. I will definitely be using Dan again for any future work.
Great Glen Property Solutions Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
NAPIT registered domestic electrician. Happy to take on any smaller installation, remedial or inspection, testing and fault finding jobs within the Highland region that generally take less than a week.
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Electrical- 9 Mar 2021
Nice and quick and reasonably priced job well done
SFD International Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
eMc Local. We are your friendly local electricians with a passion for green technology.
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Electrical- 21 Sep 2021
Ashley priced up the job over whatsapp pics, discussed how the job should be done, he arrived prepared, installed the new EV charger and replaced my garage socket as agreed. Ashley worked around my Teams meetings wrt noise from drills etc and I am pleased with the quality of the work. Ashley is pleasant to deal with and just cracks on, will be sending future work his way.
Matei Rusu
Rating: 5 out of 5
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Handyman- 19 Mar 2023
Very good. On time and did job to a good standard.
Huntingdale Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
NICEIC Approved Contractor "Professional, Reliable & Trustworthy"
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Electrical- 3 Jan 2023
Jamie was very efficient and professional with checking my kitchen appliances and their circuits. Was very impressed and will now be my electrician for all future jobs. Highly recommended.
Guardian Fire & Security Services ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Guardian fire and security services aim to provide the highest standard of work possible at affordable prices. I am a fully qualified 18th edition electrician and fire and security engineer. I undertake all forms of fire and security work including, fire alarms, intruder alarms, cctv, access control, gate automation and nurse call as well as all forms of electrical works.
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Electrical- 1 Apr 2022
Jamie installed the lights initially requested. Workmanship and manner was fantastic. So much that I asked him to add even more lights and an additional external socket. Would recommend anyone to use him. One of our neighbours is also going to use Jamie.👍
Essential_electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Time served Electrician
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Electrical- 16 Mar 2022
Lee and his team done a great job fitting external lights, sockets, internal light, sockets and putting a feed into the garage. Reliable and professional would recommend him and will be using him for any of my electrical work.
Central Electric
Rating: 5 out of 5
A customer friendly electrician who values "the safety first"of my clients.clean and honest work,small electric job,design and install new installation,re-wire,fault finding and remedy.Always looking forward to improve my service to meet the need of my customers.Have booked for Elecsa for part P.
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Electrical- 23 Aug 2018
Chris did a great job putting my led spot lights into our bedroom. Very reasonably priced and very knowledgeable. Many thanks Chris and will be using you again in the future.
Beecholme Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Beecholme electrical services are a London based company that provides mainly domestic electrical works in South London and the surrounding areas including Surrey.
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Electrical- 21 Jan 2022
Daniel was very professional and thorough. Left the area he was working in spotless when he left. Will definitely give him a call the next time we need an electrician! Thank you Daniel
HM Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Harry and I’m your local Electrician who carries out Installation and Maintenance & Fault Finding on Electrical works. I am reliable, punctual and professional. You can contact me for any work you need doing, I have 7 years experience in the trade and still learning every day!
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Harry did a wonderful job installing down lights in my living room, along with Philips Hue LED pelmet lighting. He was fast, clean and professional. I definitely recommend using him and I’ll be using him again in the future.
Pro Performance Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are an Electrical Contractor that undertakes all types and sizes of electrical work including EICR reports/certificates, new build installations, full/partial rewires and lighting upgrades. *18 years experience in the electrical industry *NICEIC approved contractor domestic and commercial accreditations *Fully insured *VAT registered *Attention to detail Feel free to get in touch to receive a quote and view some of our previous projects
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Electrical- 8 Apr 2023
A fantastic job done! All done quickly and efficiently would highly recommend.