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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Peel Electrical & Security Systems Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Family run buisness we have been trading now 6 years & now a ltd company & We can offer all aspects of security solutions. complete every job to a high standard. CRB checked With over 28 years experience Installing cctv Hikvision value added solutions partners *Electrical installations *Alarm Systems *CCTV Systems HD 1080p ultra 4K colour night vision cameras *Access control *Public Address
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Electrical- 28 Oct 2016
Thank you! Great communication and a lovely guy. Fast, clean and friendly. Wouldn't hesitate to use again.
IP ELECTRICAL
Rating: 5 out of 5
IP electrical others full scope of electrical work from domestic to commercial, small through to large project. Fully registered and qualified to notify any works undertaken.
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Ian did a top class job, very good price and a decent bloke. The sort of person you’d want working in your home
MAX-ELECTRICAL SURREY LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
LOCAL ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE FOR ALL ELECTRICAL WORK I HAVE A FULL TIME JOB MONDAY TO FRIDAY SO IM AVAILBLE AFTER 6 WEEK DAYS AND WEEKENDS THANKS
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We have been very impressed with Max Electrical, spanning a huge variety of work on a few occasions in our house. It’s great to see Serghei's tidy workmanship and conscientioness he has been extremely helpful and keen to please. He has identified, diagnosed, and fixed various types of electrical problems, replaced light fixtures, wiring, and control systems during our renovation. I have confidence that he will provide safe, quality work with quick response time in the event of faults or refurbishment. Max Electrical has proven to be very reliable at a very competitive price, I will definitely use their services again.
Neo-tec Electrics Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a fully qualified electrician with 15 years of experience in domestic and commercial installations and an NICEIC approved contractor. We carry out all types of electrical installation work, including inspection and testing for anyone who requires condition reports. I am passionate about my job and always complete work to the highest standards. All work carried out complies to current regulations of the BS7671. I am dedicated to working with my customers to deliver complete job satisfaction
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Competitively priced and the job was done to a high standard. Neo also changed my thermostat on my immersion which stopped working a few days before. Neo was flexible and worked around hours that suited me and his commitment was impressive. There is no doubt I will be using him again. .
M C WELLS
Rating: 5 out of 5
I work throughout the Birmingham area and am happy to consider domestic jobs of all sizes. I aim to deliver a personalised, efficient and cost effective service. Whether it is replacing existing fittings, adding new circuits, fitting new consumer units or completing Condition Reports, I am happy to discuss what you need doing and how best to do it. I am registered with NAPIT, so all work will be installed, tested and certificated in line with the 18th edition wiring regulations.
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Electrical- 25 Nov 2020
Mathew carried out a thorough test of the wiring and gave a comprehensive EICR report enabling us to get a further quote for remedial works.
HO’S HANDIWORK
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, I’m Ken I have been doing plumbing, electrical, locksmith, renovation and others relevant work for 9 years, a very skilled and experienced handyman. Reasonably priced, honest and always do a great job. Service area around Merseyside and Manchester area. Please feel free to send message us for a FREE QUOTE.
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Bathroom Fitting- 21 Dec 2022
Very friendly and helpful handyman - completed the job within a couple of days making contact, did a lovely job of sealing my shower and helped out with other tile seals too. Tidy worker, left the place as he found it. Recommended :)
Rocket Sockets
Rating: 5 out of 5
Immediate response to local electrical issues, New Electrical Installations designed, installed and certified, Current Electrical Installations Inspected, Tested, Repaired and Approved. NICEIC Electrician serving KT, SM, and SW postcodes. All of our work is fully insured and is covered by the NICEIC promise. EV Specialist since 2018, examples of our installations are available on request.
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Colin was great to work with. We kept him busy with our house renovation. He was always on time and on budget.
RV Electrical
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Hi, i am experienced and qualified electrician in fault finding,different type of lighting systems, fire alarms, emergency lights, electrical installations. Qualified City & Guilds level 2,3. 18th edition, award 2391-52 level inspection and testing.
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Electrical- 30 Apr 2023
Sadly Reg faced a broken lamp holder and could not help repair it
Ashby Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
With over 30 years experience we are fully qualified in all aspects of the following : Electrics, Plumbing, Refurbishments, Heating, Air conditioning, and any building works.
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Gas Work- 14 Apr 2018
Very happy with Ashby Services. Highly recommend them.
Eco Electric Services LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
NICEIC Approved Contractor registered Electrician with over 10 years experience in industrial, commercial and domestic projects. All work is strictly held to up to date industry standards.
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Electrical- 14 Nov 2018
Excellent character, explained everything step by step also advised on current statues of electric wiring as the house hasn't been rewired since 1970, went beyond necessary to get a complicated work done. Would recommend and have already recommended to family and friends.
H&L Electrical Group Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified electricians carrying out all aspects of work, domestic, commercial and industrial.
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Electrical- 16 Sep 2021
Really happy with the standard of work. Provided a quick no-obligation quote and then booked me in at short notice. Work was done quickly, to a good standard and cleaned up after the job was done. They even fitted a light switch in a smarter, less invasive way than another electrical company attempted. Will use their services in the future.
Page Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Page Electrical is specialised in carrying out work in residential, commercial and industrial settings. Page Electrical is a family run business spanning over 3 generations. No job too big or too small. All work carried out is done to a very high standard which we take a lot of pride in. All of our electricians are friendly, trustworthy and fully qualified. Napit approved electricians, all work is fully insured and certified.
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Electrical- 4 Aug 2022
We have been very pleased with the service we received from Marcus. He is really professional and really care in the service he is providing! He delivered the required job to a high standard and we will use Marcus for our future electrical works. Would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
Aaron Whitmill Electrical Services
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
I am a fully qualified electrician and have been for 40 years. I am registered with NAPIT and fully Part P compliant for domestic situations. I pride myself in my work standards and ethics. Care is taken at all times as this is YOUR house, not a factory workshop. All notification work will be done and certified. I look forward to hearing from you and assisting in any way I can. Aaron Whitmill.
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Electrical- 7 Feb 2019
Aaron took the time to explain the job fully to us. He encountered a few problems on the way to completing and would not leave the job until he was totally happy with it, he was courteous and worked tidily, cleaning up before he left. We are more than happy to invite Aaron back to do any further electrical work in the future.
Jayan
Rating: 5 out of 5
Working as an electrician at Guys hospital. Completed electrical 18th edition wiring regulations . Completed Level 3 course in Electrical engineering. Completed competent person course. Completed Pasma and Ladder course. Long experience in electrical and mechanical fields.
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Electrical- 2 Dec 2021
What an absolute genuine person, did a very good professional neat job , he went out to his was to make sure it's was done properly without complaining . highly recommended
JESS Electrics & security services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrican, CCTV, fire alarms, commissioning of fire alarms, aerials, sky tv. Worked in sky installation for over 14 years Electrician 8 Years
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Full rewire of my townhouse. Jason came out to quote me and whilst quoting the job he gave me lots of options, like usb points in the sockets, tv aerials and where best to put them. Where to put the sockets and light switches. Jason kept the electric on all the time where possible as we were living in the house at the time. Never left me without electric over night. Jason kept me updated everyday on what he was doing and what he’d done
Pershore electrical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Anthony, I have just joined mybuilder November 22nd 2021, and I run Pershore Electrical ltd, a new company based in Worcestershire.
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Electrical- 21 Dec 2021
Excellent in every way, highly professional and strongly recommended. Including a very fair price.