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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P V Thompson Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
PVThompson offer a range of Electrical services to suit our clients needs. We operate both in Northern and Southern Ireland. Our team of fully qualified/certified electricians are passionate about the electrical industry and strive to continue to provide quality. We pride ourselves on keeping our client case informed, compliant & safe. We offer the following services - Electrical testing - EICR, Initial verification & PAT Installation Solar PV Electrical planned maintenance & repairs
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Electrical- 30 Nov 2020
Very impressed with how efficient Peter was. He responded quickly to my call and did a good job at a very reasonable price. I would definitely use his services again.
Amps-Byte
Rating: 5 out of 5
FREE Quotations. Fully Qualified Electrician to IEE 17th Edition standards with 30 years of experience offering a versatile range of possibilities for all your electrical needs. Fully C&G Qualified to carry out Test and Inspections. Napit registered and insured with 5 Million public Liabilty. I have over 20 years of installing heating system control wiring – connecting and fault finding . Complete Electrics– Domestic – Commercial - Industrial Clean and Tidy - Professional - Friendly
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Electrical- 2 Mar 2017
Great communications and very speedy delivery of job. Very happy, would use again
P O’Shea Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi there, Self employed electrician with over 10 years experience in domestic and commercial work. Undertake all aspects of electrical work, from EICR’s to fusebox changes, smoke detector installation to full rewires & hanging lights. No job too big or small, fully qualified 18th edition, SJIB registered & IPAF qualified Professional indemnity insurance - £1m Public and product liability insurance - £2m New to mybuilder & looking forward to working with you whatever the job, cheers
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Electrical- 21 Mar 2023
Paul did a really great job. He was thorough, his price was good and was very good to deal with. He also came up with a solution to a difficult problem we had saving us a lot of money so he ended up doing 2 jobs for us. He went well beyond what we expected and we would recommend him highly . A good guy doing a great job. He did extra work to be thorough and didn’t want to take payment for it. He is our first choice electrician now.
INTERCITY ELECTRICAL LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, we’re InterCity electrical contractors! Our efficient electrical installations team are able to carry out all types and amounts of work throughout Hampshire, Surrey and surrounding areas. Fully qualified and work to the current standard of BS:7671 18th edition IET wiring Regulations
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Electrical- 29 Jun 2022
Steve and Jordan did a fantastic job. Every part of the job was executed to a high standard. They were competent, committed, and on time as promised. They left the property clean and tidy once the job was complete. I would certainly contact them again for future jobs.
ARc electrical services
Rating: 5 out of 5
20+ years Electrician currently self employed, planned and reactive maintenance, full install works, rewires, consumer unit changes, new circuits, minor works, EICR carried out, Napit registered, Domestic and Commercial works, have been NICEIC QS registered in previous employment, currently carrying out Landlord EICR and remedial works aswell as new build 1st and 2nd fix installs and certification. EV Charging points installed and tested .
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Electrical- 22 Feb 2020
Aaron done a great job. Very pleasant and professional. Have kept his number for future work when needed
ESE Electrical Solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi I'm Gazmend. I have been in the Building trade for 19 years now i have city & guilds Electrical qualifications and have been working in electrics for the past 9years. I also undertake work which involves plaster boarding, rendering, painting & decorating, part or full refurbishments extensions loft conversion . I am an individual that will put 110% into my work to make life easier for the customer.
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To fit plaster boards, prepare and apply multi finish plaster skim to all walls and ceilings of 2 loft rooms with alcoves and bits of pitch ceiling. Gaz finished it to a very high standard making it easy to decorate. He arrived on time and completed a full day and left the rooms tidy and clear. He has completed a couple of other jobs for me in the past and has always been very reliable and friendly. I will be calling on him again.
Lpr installations group
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical , niceic approved contractor.
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Great professional service, absolutely transformed my house with a stunning arrangement of lighting. The workmanship LPR provided was first class and I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a professional service.
DJW electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
All types of electrical installation carried out
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Electrical- 8 Jun 2022
Excellent and between 1/2 and 1/3rd of the cost of some other companies. Should have been completed in a day but had to come back for a couple of hours the next day but still charged for the original price
Tim Andrews
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrician with 12 years experience working on all types of electrical works, from domestic to industrial installations. Friendly and helpful service at competitive prices.
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Electrical- 16 Mar 2023
Very nice chap arrived on time and was very friendly and polite job was completed to standard and left everything tidy could not wish for a better person highly recommend
LDM ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Local friendly niceic approved electrician all types of electrical work undertaken.
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Electrical- 18 Nov 2025
Excellent service and a good price too would highly recommend.
Lloyd Turner
Rating: 5 out of 5
Lloyd turner Near me electrical ltd Fully qualified fully insured electrician . Gold card , testing & inspection , 18th edition . I’m also qualified to work in explosive areas as I have my Compex 1/4 . I have recently completed a job for the navy down Plymouth on the thankes fuel depot . Looking to take some more local jobs as I’m finishing my house in port talbot . I take pride in my work and will do what’s required to get them job done . Sometimes you have to think outside the box
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Electrical- 28 Feb 2023
Fantastic service. Very quick and reliable:)
Talk Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
All electrical work from changing a socket to a complete rewire
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Electrical- 27 Aug 2020
Tim checked a light fitying fit us and also looked at moving our light switch for the bathroom. Came out and arrived at the agreed time , was polite, told us exactly what he could do and gave us options , no pressure at all . Job was carried out with no fuss , and all costs clear from start . Would definitely use again for any electrical needs
Ohms Projects
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a Napit approved qualified Electrician and Joiner, I'm very passionate about my work, a perfectionist so everything has to be done rite 1st time, attention to detail is crucial! We provide a professional services from 1st contact to completion. Covid Aware. Quotations are free, and we will give advice or ideas to the best of our abilities. My company also has 6 other employees, 3 Builders, 2 joiners, 1 plumber and all have over 20 years experience. Regards Ben Ohms Projects.
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Electrical- 29 Mar 2021
I hired Ben for connecting extractor fans in my bathrooms. Ben communicated well from initial contacted until having the job done. Reliable and certainly will use Ohms Projects in future.Anna
David Tyler electricals
Rating: 5 out of 5
Domestic electrics, Napit registered with public liability and professional indemnity insurance. Looking for mainly inspection and testing work, but would also be up for minor electrical and fault finding/remedial work.
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Electrical- 9 Dec 2022
Very professional and friendly good value for money definitely hire him again.
electric plus ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
An electrician with over 15 years experience, capable of carrying out all electrical needs from fuse board changes to general moving of lights and sockets. cover domestic, commercial and industrial. NICEIC approved contractor with all relevant insurances.
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Electrical- 13 Mar 2022
Really professional and knowledgeable person. Will definitely hire Chris again.
H electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
At Hepworth electrical we have a team of highly skilled engineers who take pride in their work. We go that extra mile during the planning/visualisation stage aswell as aftercare from 10 days to 10 years. We cover all Domestic & commercial electrical enquiries aswell as security and data solutions too. Be sure to look at our fantastic reviews
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Electrical- 25 Feb 2021
Really happy with the work provided, finished to a good standard, really work and good price. Highly recommend