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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MSElectrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello, My name is Matt and along with Nikola we are a team of husband and wife based in SW16. We are new to myBuilder, but have 5 years of electrical experience. We take pride in making sure our work is to your satisfaction and are eager to help with all electrical queries. Matthew & Nikola
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Electrical- 25 Mar 2022
Matt was great, thorough and professional. I'll definitely be using him again for any further electrical work we need.
Your Sparks
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are "your sparks" We have electricians ranging from 5 - 20 years experience We specialise in installations, design, testing and inspection focused on customer satisfaction
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First and second fix to a large double story rear extension, including remedial works on the existing house. New external lighting fitted and integrated Cat6 and speaker system installed. Very reliable, tidy and considerate to works required with family on-site throughout.
TFE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Full qualified electrician New Installation Full / Partial Rewires Outside Lighting Testing / Fault Finding All Electrical Work undertaken.
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Completed the work punctually, to an exceptional standard and was very friendly. Would recommend to anyone looking for an electrician.
DHA ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical contractor, undertaking all electrical work including domestic, commercial and industrial installations and repairs, with 15 years experience.
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Electrical- 10 Apr 2019
Dan Allcock did everything we asked for, and completed the work in a tidy and timely fashion. We are entirely happy with his work, and would recommend him unhesitatingly.
ARC_ELECTRICAL_
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am an Electrician who has been in the industry for 11 years. Arc Electrical is newly founded by myself and I normally undertake small to large elctrical jobs and take pride in my work and strive to keep the customer happy at all times.
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Electrical- 3 Mar 2021
Declan's contacted me very quickly and offered extremely professional advice and the most competitive quote for the work required. He kept in touch and was very flexible with timescales allowing me to plan his job around other planned work. On the day in question he arrived on time and completed the work quickly, with the minimum of fuss and to an extremely high standard. He left me with instructions not to hesitate to contact him should any issues with the work arise, of which none have. I would rerecomend Declan Kelly, ARC Electrical without hesitation. M Brennan. Cambusnethan. ,
YELLOW ELECTRIC
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Mark, I've established Yellow Electric to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving industry. It’s a modern company with traditional values of respect, integrity and reliability. I specialise in EV charge point install and consumer unit replacement. I inspect, install, maintain and repair all aspects of electrical installations. I respond to all enquiries within 24 hours, and provide accurate quotes within 7 days.
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Electrical- 31 May 2022
Mark was really quick at coming back to me and super helpful at figuring out what the fault was and explaining it to me - came back the very next day with parts needed to fix it. Really great service and very thorough at checking safety and good price for work completed. Thanks so much. Would absolutely recommend.
fusion elec ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fusion Elec LTD has a dedicated team of qualified electrical engineers able to carry out work in the domestic, commercial and industrial sectors. Fusion Elec LTD are an Electric Vehicle Charging specialist, able to carry out a free survey, leading to the design and installation of your required EV chargepoint.
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Electrical- 26 Apr 2022
Quick service and problem solved fast. Thanks
LHR Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrician based in Truro, all aspects of domestic and commercial work carried out to a high standard. I really enjoy high end installs with bespoke LED lighting but still more than happy with standard stuff.
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Electrical- 10 Apr 2023
We were highly satisfied with his work.
Evan R
Rating: 5 out of 5
Young Qualified 18th edition electrician, with a couple years worth of domestic electric experience.
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Electrical- 2 Jul 2022
Evan was really professional and arrived on time and got the jobs completed really quickly. I am very pleased with the work he completed.
AC/DC Electrical London Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Qualified electrician and electrician tester with extensive knowledge of electrical installation, codes, and standards of practice. Experienced in installing, maintaining and testing electrical systems and equipment in domestic, commercial and industrial environments.
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Electrical- 21 May 2021
Andrzej did a great job on the installation, very professional. Will work with again if the need arises.
DJA Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical, new builds from wiring to fixings to testing
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Electrical- 12 Apr 2023
Overall excellent. Darryl turned up on time, completed all the work, did a good job and the cost was as per quote.
DIM ENERGY LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
DIMEnergy Ltd Electrical installations in comercial and domestic premises. Academic qualification and NICEIC Aproved contractors
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Electrical- 9 Mar 2022
Dmitry is very professional. He came to assess the job and got it done very quickly. He was very patient and provided helpful advice. I will definitely use him again for any future electrical work.
HK Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, my name is Fabian and I am a City & Guilds qualified electrician and I am the founder of HK Electrical. I started HK Electrical in 2019 and since then we have grown in staff, having multiple qualified electricians and become very experienced in both the Domestic and Commercial sides of electrical services.
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My fuse board kept tripping and the gentleman arrived within the hour. He was very professional and well spoken when explaining why this was happening. He proceeded to carry out some tests and not long later, he found and fixed the fault. I am very pleased with his services. Very quick and efficient. Would recommend to everyone!
Morris Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a fully qualified electrical engineer to 17th edition. I carry out all types of electrical work, domestic, commercial and industrial, I have been in the trade for 14 years.
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Electrical- 10 Nov 2021
Sean was absolutely great- listened to everything I requested and worked cleanly & efficiently. The job was completed to schedule to a high standard. Would definitely recommend. (Very late review due to not using Mybuilder for a time period)
MA Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am qualified electrician taking all electrical work including EV charging ports, Periodic and Initial Verification Testing
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Electrical- 2 Jan 2022
Great service - Michal was knowlegeable, friendly and very professional and quickly identified the problem, including a past installation problem (by another tradesman) with the circuit breaker which was not installed correctly, possibly causing the fault. A new CB was installed and the electrical system tested, fixing the problem. Michal is a skilled professional electrician and is highly recommended and I would certainly use his services in the future.
Harry McCrae
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Fully Qualified Electrician, 2391/52 test & inspection qualified. - Testing, Inspection and Fault Rectification - Electrical Installation Certification and Condition Reports - Full Rewires/Wiring of new circuits - Internal and External Lighting - Fuse board Replacements and Updates - Renovations, New builds and Extensions - Listed and Period Property Installations If your electrical requirements aren't listed, don't hesitate to get in touch. If we cannot accommodate, we'll gladly connect you with a trusted professional who can.
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Electrical- 9 Jul 2024
Excellent performance from Harry- he is efficient and able and very easy to work with.