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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J C Electrical (Hemsworth)
Rating: 5 out of 5
I undertake any domestic electrical work from changing a socket front to full Rewires all our work comes with a certificate to prove the work we have done and that it is safe iam an electrican with many years experience we are a kind and freindly company that is willing to go the extra mile for our customers we have high standards of work and always finish our jobs to the highest quality
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Electrical- 7 Feb 2019
Efficient and Friendly. Only a quick job but would recommend.
Premium Electrical Installations
Rating: 5 out of 5
Newly found business , qualified electrician with 10 years of electrical experience , in domestic , commercial , industrial and shop fitting installations . All work completed to current 18th edition BS7671 regulations . No job too big or small ,happy to help with all of your electrical needs .We always provide a quick and reliable service ensuring the best and most reasonable price.
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Ricky was recommended to me by a friend who had work done by him.he attended by house and but in a light fixture and a out door lighting and fixed a faulty socket He was quick , very polite and cleaned up after his work. Very reasonable in price compared to other electricians i have had in the past.
NewArc Compliance Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
NAPIT Electrical contractor scheme - Fully insured and City & Guilds Qualified. Available for all types of electrical work. Public Liability insurance of £2 million. we undertake all types of electrical work, no job too small & no job too big!!
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Electrical- 27 Mar 2022
I am extremely pleased with Marc’s professionalism. He helped me order and install the ev charger and even contact the DNO. I would highly recommend him for his neat job, professionalism and the best price in the market. He is somebody who takes pride in his job so worth hiring him for any electrical jobs.
C.G ELECTRICAL
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Christian and I have been a Fully qualified electrician for 12 years. Part P , NIC EIC registered. Registration number D609144 . Family orientated business. Specialise in all electrical work from domestic, commercial and industrial. From complete installations to minor works plus mains powered smoke alarms ans Landlord and private condition reports. Plus digital tv airels , data points and burgular alarms
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Electrical- 18 Sep 2018
This electrician was extremely polite, professional and affordable. He worked extremely efficiently and in schedule as predicted and also his work was done to a high level, even from a second pair of professional eyes. He is very trust worthy, especially when he did not want full payment until he had finished the job and sent his paperwork. Genuinely couldn't have asked for a better electrician. 10 out of 10.
FMD ELECTRICALS LIMITED
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
City and Guilds qualified, JIB approved registered electrician. With over 25 years in the building and construction industry with the knowledge and competency to carry all aspect of electrical installation, from small remedial to a complete rewire to the current industry standard. Works to my full potential to customer needs and satisfaction.Customer concerns and safety is our main priority and provide service in case of an emergency round the clock. Fully qualified to BS 7671 standards.
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Electrical- 6 Dec 2021
Great work and is very experience in his craft! Very efficient
CK Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a local electrical company that guarantee customer satisfaction. 7 days a week/emergency call-outs. Please contact us, no jobs to big or small !
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Electrical- 28 May 2022
Amazing service ! Highly recommended. He came at the time agreed, the quote was way less than I thought it would be. He actually saved me a lot of money as I thought I needed a new extractor and he said "you don't need to go to that expense, the one you have is fine, it just hadn't been fitted correctly by your bathroom fitter" ... I asked if he could put me in touch with a builder for another job and he sorted that for me too. He went above and beyond to assist me. He completed my work to an excellent standard and on the day we agreed. Many thanks for your help Ciaran
Surge Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm the proud owner of Surge Electrical with many years of experience, ensuring happy and returning customers you can be sure of being well looked after. My aim is to provide a stress free project, delivered in a manner that i am confident will exceed your expectations. I offer free quotations on request for any electrical work you may require.
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Chris came to our house in April We explained what we wanted in our garden lighting to the summer house and in the borders and steps of the garden . He provided a proffesional quote. And Excellent workmanship . He was clean proffesional and we were very happy with his services. He also carried out lighting and partial rewire to our house for a change to the plan of house and extention. The lighting including spot lights And an Island to the kitchen He also gVe advice and listened to plans for the new kitchen and advice and supported plug sockets. To wear we needed them . He also moved and upgraded our fuse box. .his work was excellent I cannot fault him or his work and his advice. Will not use anyone else now.
Mondre Logics Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Mondre Logics LTD is a modern electrical engineering company providing customers: ● Electrical equipment supply and installation ● Control panel design, manufacture and installation ● Industrial electrical and mechanical contract work ● Automation system design, build and upgrades ● Bespoke design: Electro/mechanical turn-key solutions. ● Robotics programming, installation and commissioning ● PLC, HMI and SCADA programming and commissioning services
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MONDRELOG, checked our electrics and made them safe as required by the latest regulations for a rental property. Vermantas also fitted new sockets where requested including wiring in kitchen appliances . Virmantas was always reliable and often stayed late evenings to get the job finished. I do not have a problem recommending him and will no doubt use his services again.
Deakon Richards
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical Installation company with experience in domestic, commercial and industrial work areas. Also specialise in smart home installations.
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Electrical- 10 Jun 2022
Deakon offered me some expert advice on how the job should be carried out and even went the extra mile and saved me from making a silly mistake! Really great friendly guy and will definitely be in contact again for more electrical work.
PM Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a Qualified electrical contractor that undertakes various electrical jobs Friendly And reliable Fully insured and can certificate works when needed
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Electrical- 15 Jan 2021
We are very happy we found Paul. He replied instantly to our listing and we arranged a visit. Brilliant service, he was on time and completed the job quickly, efficiently and cleaned up thoroughly before he left! We highly recommend him as he did a great job at a good price and was also very friendly. We will soon hire him again for future projects.
JANWAY Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Registerwd with NAPIT. Experienced electrician with 8+ years in industrial, commercial and domestic industry. Licensed and certified in EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification.
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Electrical- 12 Sep 2022
Knowledgable and tried a few different things to get all the CAT6 sockets working.
D W Supreme Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been trading as a electrician for 12 years on my own. Most of my work I have carried out is in house dwelling dealing with tenants, landlords and home owners. I will be willing to take on small jobs like socket replacements right up to full rewires. I do take on Industrial jobs as well. I am fully insured and regulated by NAPIT for all my electrical certifications.
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Electrical- 29 May 2020
Dean did an amazing job across the house and within the garden with the electrics. Really helpful and went above and beyond. Would definitely use again.
ADelectrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
We cover all domestic electrical work, big and small, its a family business so your in safe hands
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Electrical- 6 Sep 2022
Very happy with work undertaken, would recommend.
PRIMA MAINTENANCE SERVICE LIMITED
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Hello, my name is Fadi. I am very well experienced and have been on the job for more than 20 years. My skill set speaks for itself as I have always satisfied my customers and will continue to do so. I am sure to always give 100 in everything I do and will never do a job half heartedly. I am able to work in Central London along Zone 1, 2, 3 and 4. More areas can be available upon request. I am able to complete my jobs quickly, and I am organised with whatever job I am tasked with. My punctuation is on point and communication with clients is a must for me as I do enjoy it. By hiring me you are asking for a person who will not leave until everything is done and in order ready for whatever use you have of it.
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Plumbing- 14 Jul 2026
Fadi and his team were professional from start to finish. The quality of their work was excellent, and I'm really happy with the results. They completed everything to a high standard, and because of the great experience, I've already given them additional projects. I would happily recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and skilled contractors.
Active Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
With over 15 years experience in the electrical industry, Active Electrical cover a full range of domestic work from additional power/lights to new circuits and full rewires. Small commercial jobs are easily undertaken as well. NICEIC Registered Domestic Installer
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Electrical- 18 Sep 2018
Gareth was punctual, friendly and polite. Replaced several wall sockets around the house and tidied up afterwards (nice to see he had his own hoover :-) ) Perfect job and I would highly recommend Gareth. Price was very reasonable. Thank you Gareth!
Phase Electrical And Security
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, I am Dominic from Llanddulas North Wales. I've have been an Electrician for 14 years working on many different projects. From Domestic to Industrial Electricial installations. I am NICEIC Registered and part P approved so you know you're in safe hands. I am trustworthy and reliable and always do my best to make the customer feel happy and that a good satisfactory job has been done on their home. Phase Electrical quality as standard 🙂
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Electrical- 10 Oct 2022
Reliable came when said he would Nothing extra charged for