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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BristolSpark
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified Electrician 10 years experience.
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INSULATE GROUP LIMITED This guys are at the best they start work on time and finished on time, very friendly to communicate, very clean I’m very happy with work great job they are professional, definitely 💯 recommended 👍👍👍
PR Godfrey Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Paul Godfrey qualified to City & Guilds Level 3 for 13 years I have worked in the North Wales area, I carry out all types of small domestic and commercial electrical work to the highest standard and provide a good frendly service.
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Electrical- 29 Nov 2021
Paul did a great job and was on time , would recommend him to do a job for you.
Spark Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully Qualified Electrician looking to take on Domestic and Commercial work.
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Electrical- 6 Oct 2018
I would recommend conor chapple, he turned up on time, polite and was very tidy, he put lights up and plug sockets for my job and at a fair price, would use him again, Great lad,
Thorne
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi we are a well established building maintenance company . No job is too small or too big All our work is guaranteed. Freindley service. From plumbing, electrical, carpentry, tiling, plastering and painting.
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Plumbing- 1 Dec 2020
Friendly, professional service. Terry arrived at the agreed time and did an excellent job of adapting my under sink unit in order to install my new, freestanding dishwasher. Would highly recommend.
Volume Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Im an Electrician who takes great pride in his work. I have 15 years + experience behind me in both the Domestic and Commercial sector. I try to be as helpeful as possible with my main focus being the customer and their needs. Im in the early stages of starting my own company, so looking to create relationships with customers and build a trustworthy company name. Competitive prices, free quotations and flexible hours.
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Electrical- 24 Oct 2022
Sean was absolutely fantastic! Our previous electrician cancelled on us and we were on a tight schedule. Sean worked so hard everyday getting everything just right. We left him our keys and let him get on with the job which he did and sent us a video everyday showing us the progress. Sean is a great communicator and really is an expert electrician. The rewire wasn’t easy but Sean always came up with solutions and kept us fully up to date. He left the house neat and tidy. Will be using Sean again for some future work and recommend him to anyone who wants a professional high quality electrician.
Liam Finlayson
Rating: 5 out of 5
I’m currently employed as full time Electrical maintenance Technician (team leader). I have over 8 years experience as an electrician both domestic and industrial. I’m looking to expand my work and eventually go self employed once I have gained some reputation. I take pride in my work and I enjoy meeting new people whilst doing the best job to the customers needs. I have an extensive range of relevant qualifications, which I feel gives me the confidence in my ability.
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Electrical- 6 Mar 2023
Liam provided a great, professional service. He was on time, very thorough in his work, and carried out the job at a very reasonable price. He gave feedback right away and was very efficient in his communication. Would definitely hire Liam again.
Elexsis Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, we are Elexsis Electrical Services, based in Hayes in West London,With over 30 yrs experience in electrical contracting carrying out electrical installations,fault finding & repairs in domestic,commercial and industrial premises.Part P registered contractor with NICEIC.All work carried out to IEE 18th edition regulations,Fully Insured.
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Electrical- 20 Jun 2018
Mark is an extremely professional guy, he replaced our consumer unit, was a pleasure to deal with. We have kept his number and had him out for other jobs on multiple occasions and have always found him to be trustworthy, professional and hardworking. In short, once you’ve hired Mark you can sit back and relax!
LS Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
All aspects of electrical work carried out, both domestic and commercial.
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Electrical- 11 Jan 2021
Lewis was great. Friendly and helpful. Solved the problem and advised on a couple of other issues I raised. Will certainly use again. Definitely recommend
The Plug Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello, I am a Napit approved Electrician with over 10 years industry experience. I run a Manchester based Electrical company and offering a wide-range of services from changing a light fitting to a full rewire as well as Electrical certification. We also offer an Emergency Call Out service, available 24/7. Our aim is to provide excellence in the standard of our services, for the best price. We pride ourselves on our punctuality and honesty.
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Electrical- 19 Feb 2022
Amazing , so friendly and hard working. Didn't leave until job was fully complete. Even tidied up after themselves as much as they could. So grateful for all of his and his colleagues hardwork to fix my grandads lights nearly a week in now and no problems at all . Couldn't recommend them any more highly for any electrical jobs
Ajs & sons electrical services
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
We are a small, family run electrical company based in Gillingham Kent. We are registered with the NICEIC as approved contractors, therefore we are able to certify all work under the government part P scheme. We have £2,000,000 public liability and £250,000 public indemnity insurances. We are vetted and approved by checkatrade & Kent trading standards, and have an in date DBS clearance.
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Electrical- 14 Nov 2024
Great job of getting my house electrically ready to rent to a tenant, done certificate by the date we arranged for a very fair price, will definitely be using again for any other certs and jobs needed, Pleasure to work with, Thanks guys!
Southern Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified JIB approved Grade Electrician full liability insurance and part P registered with NICEIC domestic installer scheme.
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Electrical- 8 May 2017
Arrived on time and charged what was quoted. Very professional and would definately recommend
Robert Ashfield
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
My name is Rob and I'm an security and electrical engineer a who also makes a good handyman, so I'm told. I take pride in my work and always leave a tidy home.
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Electrical- 12 Sep 2025
Excellent nice clean and tidy job and very polite man would recommend him 100%
CB Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Craig and I am an electrical contractor with 30+ years experience. All domestic electrical work carried out.Including extra sockets,lights.Alarm systems.Garden lighting.Automatic gate controls.Fault finding.No job too small.Fully insured and certified to carry out work to Part P 18th edition.
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Electrical- 25 Sep 2018
Craig has been fantastic! He fitted our lights, switch, and intercom - really professional and efficient! I didn’t have the right switch at home, and he was happy to pass by the second time just to make sure change to the appropriate switch. Would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a highly skilled and professional electrician!
Absolute Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are an electrical contracting company with over 20 years experience in domestic, commercial and industrial installations, we are happy to take on any job regardless of the size or requirements, also happy to help with any advice you require or problems you need solving.
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Electrical- 24 Dec 2016
Gregg is brilliant as always.
Harrogate Property Heroes
Rating: 5 out of 5
Harrogate property heroes are DBS checked for your peace of mind and cover a number of trades to fix all your problems including electrical, plumbing, decorating, wall repair, doors and door furniture, bathroom installation, and small kitchen installations.
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Bathroom Fitting- 19 Jun 2023
Very happy with Dan’s work. Lovely chap and he was more than happy to oblige when I asked him to change a bit of plumbing/pipe work (concealing behind a wall) that he’d already installed. Would recommend around the Harrogate area.
Jp solutions ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
JP Solutions Ltd is a small and efficient workforce striving to give its clients a professional, friendly and reliable service throughout the full range of electrical services. In addition JP Solutions Ltd prides itself on giving its customers excellent value for money. With all work fully complying with the latest building/electrical regulations and carrying an insurance backed guarantee affording customers peace of mind.
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Electrical- 20 Oct 2022
What a nice & very professional man. I know a little about wiring/electrics & was not able to fix this problem. Not only did he fix this problem, he explained how & what he was doing. Certificate on it's way too. James also does emergency callouts. I will be passing my information onto my tenants. Great job James, a pleasure to meet you.