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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Belvedere Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Belvedere Electrical Ltd is my new business, after working employed for many years. I have now decided to complete works for myself to the highest of standard, with customer satisfaction being my top priority.
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Electrical- 26 Mar 2023
Very efficient and clean work
DGG ELECTRICAL
Rating: 5 out of 5
DGG ELECTRICAL , we take on all aspects of electrical works including domestic , industrial and commercial work, I have 9 years experience and I’m an approved electrician, completing all jobs to a safe and professional standard and making sure all of our jobs are clean and tidy and the customers are always happy before the end of every job.
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Danny installed some outdoor electrical outlets and lighting. He did the job to a great standard and was efficient and professional.
RuMac Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Experienced Electrician covering the whole Glasgow area.
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Electrical- 3 Jul 2017
Ruairidh was brill! He was able to come over and fix our kitchen lights quickly and was honest and clear about the work involved. Would definitely use Ruairidh again! Thank you.
James Warrington
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a level 3 electrical installer, With experience in domestic and commercial environments and maintaining lighting systems. I am currently taking my 2391-52 inspecting and testing course. I am very flexible and can do 24/7 call outs.
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Electrical- 19 Mar 2022
James was quick and efficient. Great communication throughout, I’d look to use James’ service again when needed. Thanks
Iain Ferguson
Rating: 5 out of 5
All electrical jobs big and small. Time served Technician Electrician with 20 years experience. -SVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation -SQA Customised award in initial verification -City and Guilds 2391 -Full Rewires -EICR -PAT Testing -Change of Consumer Units -Smoke Detectors -Lighting -Sockets
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Installation of external soffit lighting, new internal ceiling porch light and new light switch. First class workmanship and professionalism, and very reliable, left a very tidy job/finish. Would highly recommend
Wade Electrical Contracting
Rating: 5 out of 5
Wade Electrical Contracting are a NAPIT registered company. We undertake rewires, fuseboard upgrades, lighting upgrades and testing and inspection. Fully city and guilds qualified and NAPIT Registered, we are ready to work with you on your next project!
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Electrical- 23 Jul 2022
Nice guy. Sorted job out . Arrived on time . Friendly and easy to talk to...
Atline Services LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Professional Domestic and Commercial Electricians Atline Services LTD offers reliable and professional electrical services with our Part P approved and NICEIC approved contractor. Electricians based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, catering for every aspect of electrical work for both domestic and commercial customers.
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Electrical- 18 Feb 2022
The Best and Quick services ever. Thank you so much!
BS Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
As a qualified electrician I have 11 years experience in domestic and commercial electrical installation. I am setting up my own firm and provide good electrical services to the community not just take money and go.
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Electrical- 21 Jul 2021
Came on time. Was very helpful and when he left all was working.
P W electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Small electrical company. Available for any type of work e.g installing a new socket to full rewires. Also available for testing(safety check or needing certification).
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Electrical- 14 Aug 2021
Very professional, no problems since . Payed the price quoted Bob on !!!
Fused Electric Services Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Approved Electrician with 8 years' experience * Fully qualified * City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 (updated to 18th Edition) * NVQ Level 3 * Part P registered * Carries out all aspects of electrical work * Provides test certificates * 2391 Inspection and Testing *
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Electrical- 18 Jan 2019
Could not be happier arrived on time and was approachable and helpful. My lights look great and the price was very reasonable.
Sharp Technical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Sharp Technical ltd are an friendly & reliable electrical, structured cabling and home automation specialist based in Tamworth, Staffordshire. Our works involve anything from completing a new fuse board change, Full House re-wire, a Full EICR on your commercial property and installing a new fibre optic backbone in multi site locations. We are an NICEIC approved contractor with over 60 years combined experience and fully insured up to 5 million.
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Electrical- 21 Nov 2022
Mark turned up on time and gave me a reasonable quote also I was very impressed with the engineers Daniel & Carl as they managed to replace my fuse board in the next room with minimum mess they were polite and cleared up what little mess there was and would certainly use Sharp Technical Ltd in the future
DMElectrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
DM Electrical, based in Kings Worthy, Winchester offers electrical services within the surrounding areas of Hampshire. Owner owned and operated domestic and commercial electrical works undertaken.
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Electrical- 10 Mar 2023
Friendly and knowledgeable, Damien sorted our problem in short order. I will definitely be using him for electrical services in the future.
Crew Sparks
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small independent electrical contractor covering the wider Somerset area. We take pride in a professional job every time and have a wealth of experience in domestic, commercial and industrial works; from simply fault finding to a full rewire. No job is too big or too small.
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Electrical- 8 Sep 2021
He was really professional and very polite and ask for his card for future jobs when we need a electrician would highly recommend him
D.S Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi My name is Danny. I have been working as an electrician since starting my apprenticeship back in 2008. I am reliable & conscientious, and care about the work that I do, and like the customer to be 100% happy with the finished product. I hope to hear from you soon. Danny :-)
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Electrical- 4 Jun 2021
Danny was fantastic, Great communication and work completed on time. Would recommend and use again. Danny was flexible and fitted work around our busy schedules. Spot on.
C Parker Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a JIB Approved electrician with 40 years experience.
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Electrical- 22 Mar 2023
Chris was very thorough and accommodating. Chris was apply to perform the EICR on a Sunday evening which was very convenient for me. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for an electrician
Bright Spark Electrics LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Bright Spark Electrics LTD is a family run, local electrical business. Our aim is to provide a professional and reliable service. With 25 years experience, we offer a full range of services that we’ll ensure are right for you and your budget. Certification is issued for all works and is fully guaranteed and insured. As we are new to this platform we will endeavour to respond to call outs as quickly as possible and maintain very competitive pricing to help build our positive reviews
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Electrical- 25 Jun 2022
Marc was extremely helpful. He arrived on time and took time to identify and explain the cause of the electrical issues. Following delivery of the parts, Marc returned to complete the job in a professional and tidy manner. I found him to be very honest, friendly, competent and affordable. I would highly recommend him to anyone.