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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A21 Building & Electrical Services Ltd
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
We undertake all aspects of building works from extensions , conversions , kitchens and bathrooms and replacement windows and doors
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Carpentry- 7 Sep 2024
Communication was excellent from beginning to end of job. Tommy, Euan and Kieran were friendly and professional and dealt with unforseen problems which cropped up during the work. They cleaned up each day before leaving too. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Electric G Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a qualified NICEIC electrician (able to sign off my own work with regards to building regulations) I have worked mostly on domestic properties but am now also doing some industrial work in the pharmaceutical industry specialising in laboratory installations.
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Electrical- 13 Jun 2020
Gareth was extremely professional and friendly whilst providing top quality service. Will definitely use again for further electrical work.
Mr spark electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, we are new to my builder, but have been running MR SPARK ELECTRICAL for 3 year now, We are registered electrical contractors dealing mainly in domestic and commercial, carrying out jobs from a change of socket to a full rewire, No job to big or small.
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Lee, Mr Spark Electrical, has done numerous jobs on my property, over a period of time. He's fitted a cctv system, which covers the full house, fitted a new lighting system in our kitchen aswell as numerous light fitting around the house. Every time he's done work for me, he's been professional, friendly, cleaned up any mess that was created during the work, arrived at the time he stated he would & finished within the timescale he said it would take. I know I can ring/txt/inbox Lee for info of potential work I may want done & he will give a straightforward reply within a quick timescale. Lee is the person, without hesitation, I would highly recommend to friends & family,if they are looking for any electrical work to be carried out, as he's always given a 5 star service.
Deltx Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Charles Ridley, the Director of Deltx Building Services is a fully qualified Electrician and Multi Trades Builder. We are a one-stop shop for all your building needs. Our team consists of professional & time-served electricians, multi-trade builders, carpenters, plumbers & heating engineers.
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Charlie completed a full list of jobs at my property His skills are hard to come by Electrical skills Carpentry Decorating He can do everything to a high standard Highly recommend
MCD Northwest
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
APPROVED BY ****NAPIT AND NFB***** We are a established building company and have been trading for many years we have a wide variety of tradesmen to fulfill any trade you may require we can also help with any design from Kitchen, bathrooms to full homes has we have dedicated in house design team. We facilitate any job from a from a small maintenance job to a new development We will Look forward to hearing from you soon
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Kitchen Fitting- 21 May 2026
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CEH electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
CEH electrical, based in Weldon, Corby, Northamptonshire. NICEIC domestic installer with 10 years experience all types of domestic and commercial works undertaken. Anything from faulty lights to full re-wires we have got you covered. All work completed to the highest of standards. Fully qualified and insured.
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Electrical- 22 Dec 2021
Fantastic job very please plan to have him back for more jobs
EICR Scotland
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Barry and thank you for checking out my profile. • Your Electrical Testing, provide a range of electrical services to Angus and the surrounding areas. • Fully Qualified Electricians. • Disclosure Scotland Checked • Over 20 years experience in the trade •We specialise in Electrical testing
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Electrical- 4 Oct 2018
Barry responded quickly and came the same day to find the issue which he did. Advised we had to contact the electric board as it was a problem with the supply into the house and not our own electrics. This has all been done. Will happy call on Barry again in future.
Skelton Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Damian Skelton is a sole trader based in Leighton Buzzard covering local areas in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. Damian is currently working as an electrical engineer in the rail industry. His background is electrical contracting and he's a qualified and experienced electrician. Damian is still listing his services in case anyone in the local community would like any electrical 'bits and bobs' doing in the evening or on a weekend. If so feel free to give Damian a call, even if it's just advice you need, he'll be more than happy to help.
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Excellent speedy response and very helpful. Would definitely use again.
McLeod electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to MCLEOD ELECTRICAL! I am an 18th edition and Approved electrician with over 10 years experience in the electrical trade. I carry out all aspects of electrical works and take pride in completing each job to the highest standards. Quotes, estimates and advice are free of charge. Many thanks, MCLEOD ELECTRICAL.
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Electrical- 13 Apr 2022
Polite, efficient and helpful. I will use him again as he keeps in touch and follows through. Possibly competitive price too.
AC Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Annalise owner of AC Electical I am an independent female electrician who has recently took the decision to go self employed. I am level 3 C&G electrical installation qualified. I have previously worked on heating systems, smart home automations, car chargers, bathrooms, kitchens, outdoor lighting, hot tub supply’s, garage supply’s, fire alarms, Nest and Ring doorbell installations, additions/alterations to circuits, and all other electrical installations and solutions.
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Electrical- 19 Oct 2022
New sockets and light switches and ceilings rose, lovely well mannered young lady did the work I wanted and to my satisfaction
Senetor Ltd.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Here at Senetor we provide you with the standard of service you expect, every time. Reliable, honest, superb standard of workman-ship and attention to detail. We keep you informed every step of the way, working alongside you to ensure the job is done to your choice and satisfaction.
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I had 2 bathrooms done and i have got say he did a great job great workmanship. Quality of work was brilliant and all done on time and within the budget. I would use him again again and he would be the only person i would recommend to anyone else. ( His strengths ) to be honest he doesn't have any weaknesses. Offers the customer very very good advise of his own.
Powerhouse Electricians
Rating: 5 out of 5
New to my builder and looking to grow a customer base with good customer reviews. Fully Qualified and insured electrician with over ten years electrical installation experience in domestic, commerial and industrial projects.
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Electrical- 24 Mar 2022
Paul was very helpful and accommodating. More than happy with the service.
Sands Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical installation, maintenance and CCTV installation
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Electrical- 14 Jan 2023
A good job well done. I would definitely recommend.
Baptie Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
NICEIC approved Domestic Installer. Fully qualified electrical engineer to 18th edition with over 20 years experience in all aspects of electrical installations including domestic, commercial & industrial works. I take great pride in my work & am always extremely respectful, tidy & conscientious.
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Electrical- 9 Jun 2022
Alan was unable to fix the Builders bodge of the 2 way Switch as the wiring was very old and didn’t conform to current regs. To do so would have been potentially unsafe and so he couldn’t legally Pass it. It would have meant a major re-wire involving lifting floorboards and putting new cables in a recently re-plastered and decorated wall. However he was able to make it safe. The fitting of the two new light fittings went smoothly. He was timely and pleasant. Whilst disappointed that the 2 way switch couldn’t be fixed, I appreciated his professionalism in not doing something potentially dangerous, and indeed making the previously bodged wiring safe.
dpb electrical limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
DPB Electrical Ltd covers all aspects of electrical installations in the Greater Manchester area. Although new to 'Mybuilder', our customer focus is second to none. We guarantee an honest, reliable, and professional service every time. Qualified to NVQ level 3 , 17th Edition wiring regulations and 2391 Inspection and Testing. A time served electrician with over 25 years experience in the trade, accredited to Stroma Certification - Competent Person Scheme( membership number STRI13936)
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Electrical- 17 Dec 2016
Within a short time of the job going on the site, Brian contacted me to arrange a suitable time to give a quotation. Quote was reasonable and the job was completed within a short period and to a high standard. Really pleased with the work carried out, I will be contacting Brian again to arrange further work - would recommend to anyone.
SafeSwitch Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Our business specialises in Domestic Electrical Installation and Testing work. We carry out all types of Electrical installation work, new builds, re-wires, Consumer Unit upgrades, Testing & Inspection, Fault Finding and repair work. As registered Electricians with the NICEIC our work is assessed annually and covered by their Platinum Promise Guarantee.
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Electrical- 18 Sep 2017
James was really great - very communicative, always on time. Gave us several choices, and offered good advice. Price was reasonable and he always cleaned after himself. Would definitely recommend.