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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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.
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.
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.
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.
V.Voysey
Rating: 5 out of 5
I’m a self employed electrician working from Southampton I’ve been in the domestic side for a while with 8 years of experience , I undertake all manner of electrical home improvements with a can do attitude
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Electrical- 16 Feb 2021
Good job and fair price. Thanks.
B W Oliver Electrician
Rating: 5 out of 5
Sole trading Electrician, under go Rewires, LED lighting, additional sockets, outside lights, EICRs, electrical faults etc.
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Electrical- 20 Apr 2023
Bruno did a fantastic job. Everything that we asked for was done to a very high standard. Reasonably priced, I would recommend him to anybody.
Simply Current Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Daniel of Simply Current Electrical & I am a fully qualified electrician. I have been an electrician now for well over 10 years & have a wealth of experience to offer. I aim to be as professional as possible & provide honest advice where it is required. I have a very high standard to my work & will not accept nothing less than perfection. I like to keep work space tidy as I go & constantly consider safety of myself & others throughout the job. Thank you for viewing my profile.
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Electrical- 1 Mar 2021
Friendliest tradesmen we’ve ever had and lights were up in no time at all. Thank you so much!
OSPREY ENGINEERING LIMITED
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, Thank you for choosing Osprey Electrical, We are a friendly reliable team of Domestic and Commercial Electricians covering all of South Wales. We pride ourselves on our quality of work, we are Napit, EV and Chas accredited allowing us to self certify all our work to building control. We take care of all the admin side of notifying anywork also and have an office situated in swansea enterprise zone. We welcome any jobs Large scale or smaller jobs and would be happy to quote for you
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Electrical- 9 Sep 2021
These guys have done a brilliant job on rewiring my property from start to finish. They’ve been totally open and very communicative throughout and in several circumstances through the process have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help me. I had no idea about how a rewiring would work and they’ve talked me through the whole thing and never made me feel like I was asking stupid questions or as if anything was a hassle for them. If things weren’t possible or had to be changed they always let me know quickly and for what reasons. I’m really pleased with the end result and would 100% recommend Adam and Matt to anyone looking to have any electrical work done. Hard-working, honest, genuine guys who know what they’re doing. Thanks so much team.
J E Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
All Commercial, Domestic and Industrial Electrial works undertaken, including Electrical Instualtion Condition Reports. J.E Electrical Services offer a PAT testing service. A one man team with 12 years of experience in the electrical field, who is PART P certified with Elecsa and is Trust Mark guaranteed.
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Electrical- 24 Apr 2017
Excellent and tidy work
gingerbreadelectrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a domestic electrician working in and around the Bristol area. I cover all aspects of domestic electrical work from changing a light or socket to full re-wires. All of my work is certified and I am a member of the Niceic domestic installer scheme as a qualified supervisor of my company.
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Electrical- 13 Jan 2016
Adam was very professional. I am very pleased he fitted my electric shower leaving everything clean & tidy on completion. Adam has excellent communication from calling me when he said he would to letting me know his progress. I would use again :-)