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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Luke McKim Electrical
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
My names luke I’ve been a qualified electrician for 2 years and been working on sites for 6 years mainly doing new builds. My expertise are in domestic and commercial properties. I am a perfectionist trained to do the best there is I have a profile with another site with my ratings 5 5* jobs and counting. I always put the customer first and will always assist with other jobs if necessary My moto “Here to help” I also have an emergency service
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Electrical- 26 Jan 2019
Luke came highly recommended. He did a fantastic job and was happy to provide me with some great advice. He made sure that any work done is finished professionally and looks good as well. I will be using him again!
Colby Electrical
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Colby electrical have been working in the industry for 18 years. We cover all domestic works. We pride ourselves on being motivated and driven by our clients, providing a reliable and friendly service. Our core values ensure that we deliver an excellent service with minimum fuss, whatever the job may involve. Colby Electrical is an approachable and professional firm and leave the job clean and tidy.
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Electrical- 15 Jun 2017
Professional, prompt, completed the job efficiently & tidily. I would definitely recommend Aaron.
D Coulson Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello. We are a small company who have been in the building trade for over 15 years. We are registered with NAPIT and undertake all electrical work. We are fully insured.
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Electrical- 21 Jul 2020
Did good job at very fair price and In good time. Recommended.
JSM-Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Small local sole trader covering Plymouth and south Devon and Cornwall. With years of experience in all fields of electrical work and providing a efficient and friendly service. All electrical works undertaken no job is to small or to large. For any information on any electrical works needed, please get in touch and I am sure we will be able to accommodate your needs. Also work out the best way of taking things forward to get the out come and finish that you want. James
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Electrical- 23 Oct 2021
All completed as agreed and on time. Great job.
Andy Willcox Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Having been an electrician for over 20 years I know exactly what customers want from a brilliant electrician and I have in place a 6-point guarantee to ensure they get the best. 1: Reliability 2: Clean 3: Courteous 4: Trustworthy 5: Honest 6: Professional I carry out domestic, commercial and industrial work in the Stratford upon Avon and surrounding areas.
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Electrical- 23 Apr 2018
Absolute top service from Andy. Quote in good time, work started shortly after with everything completed to a very high standard. Would definitely recommend!
Mad contractors
Rating: 5 out of 5
Napit approved contractor18th edition qualified, certified, insured, specialised in all electrical, work , domestic, commercial, industrial, fault finding, plastering, brick laying, joinery,bathroom,kitchen, tiling etc
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New larger lintel and larger window. Wall bricked up and plastered. Sakhawat and his team were very professional and work was completed within the day. Any questions I had about the work Sakhawat was more then happy to answer. Sakhawat and his team are reliable and affordable. I was soo impressed with the workmanship they are installing my kitchen shortly.
M.Phillips Electical
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
I am a small company with over 8 years of experience, I am level 3 qualified and hold a 18th edition wiring regulations certificate and are part P compliment with registration with Napit. We pride ourselves of customer satisfaction. We are very tidy and efficient and always carry out great workmanship. All quotes are free of charge.
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Electrical- 24 Jun 2022
Matt was very helpful and quickly solved a couple of electrical problems I had.
TSF Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Domestic and commercial electrician with 16 years experience Covering the Yorkshire area and based in central South Yorkshire. Electrical installation condition reports , call outs and installation. No job too small.
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Electrical- 7 Sep 2021
Tim has replaced all our external lighting and removed a large amount of unsightly excess cable which was all around our house. He was punctual, polite and friendly, very conscientious and was willing to go the extra mile to maintain high standards. We would have no hesitation in recommending Tim and have already asked him to do further work for us.
ADF Property Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Honest, trustworthy engineers that like to do our job to the highest standard.
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Complete electrical re wiring of all services in a 2 bed apartment, all round very happy with the quality of the workmanship and finish, completed within the agreed time and budget, great communication with the Director, the whole team were very good, very respectful and hard working. Would 100% use there services again and would definitely recommend them to others. Overall a very good experience.
Andy Avis Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Andy Avis electrical limited is a friendly family run electrical company, we are Niceic approved contractors for certification of all required electrical works, We carry out works for large companies and local estate agents, but no job is to small,we thrive on customer satisfaction and are which trusted traders
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Electrical- 13 May 2016
It was a relief and pleasure to find Andy to do the electrical work at my property. He carried out a periodic check of the electrics, upgraded and relocated the consumer unit, did some rewiring and moving of sockets, fitted ceiling lights as well as some other jobs ensuring everything was up to regulation standard. He and his colleague Reece are pleasant and polite, have a professional attitude and definitely know what they are doing. Andy proactively provided good suggestions as to how to complete each task to ensure best asthetic outcome as well as ensure the job was done to the highest standard and then cleaned up very well afterwards. His prices are very reasonable and extra costs didn't randomly materialise out of nowhere. Andy communicated very well, clearly explained what needed to be done, quickly found solutions to problems and kept me informed of progress. Having such confidence in Andy, I have given him more work at my property and I do not hesitate to recommend him and his team to anyone who wants an honest job done well.
GASPLUS PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
We do all types of plumbing and electrical work Including boiler replacement,full heating system, Bathroom fitting & plumbing,and electric,we also do air source heat pump,solar thermal and solar pv
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Central Heating- 21 Aug 2021
A really great experience, they were very fast on site, great prices, exceptional service, we will definitely be using again for jobs on our other properties, thank you Natalie at Zeus International Ltd
Denham Electrical LTD
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Electrician covering the north east. All aspects of electrical work undertaken, industrial, commercial and domestic. Consumer unit upgrades, full and partial rewires, car chargers, CCTV, emergency lighting and more. @denhamelectrical
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Electrical- 10 Jan 2026
Carl was really helpful and has done a clean job fitting new plugs and an outdoor light.
Michael morgan
Rating: 5 out of 5
Qualified domestic installer part of n.i.c Looking for more work to cover in and around bristol area . Works covered Rewire, partial rewire, remedial work testing and Inspection. Adding socket to consumer unit changes anything to do with domestic electrics .
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Electrical- 22 May 2020
Michael did a really good job. Clean and tidy and reasonably priced. Will definitely be using him for future jobs :)
T P Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Time served electrician with fully completed apprenticeship and gold card. Currently employed by large company and wanting to get my own client base so I can be self employed full time. I pride myself in being polite and offer a tidy, reliable, quality service and due to being new to this site I am offering my services at a discounted rate to build up my customer base and feedback.
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Electrical- 28 Nov 2018
Tom was smart, punctual and very polite. He replaced a couple of tricky, and very old, exterior lights and changed a light switch in our bathroom. The work he did was just what we needed and we couldn't have asked for better service. Professional, courteous and affable, I would thoroughly recommend.
Volt Electrical Solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
I own Volt Electrical Solutions and we are a NICEIC Approved Contractor. We are based in East London but cover most of London & parts of the surrounding counties. We undertake Domestic and Commercial electrical work and no job is too big or too small. Whether you’re looking to change a socket/light or a full property rewire, we can assist you. We are fully qualified and insured to carry out any works we undertake, so get in touch today! Your friendly, reliable, qualified electricians.
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Electrical- 11 Jul 2022
Very friendly and professional service. Super precise with his work. Would definitely be using his services again!
P J Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am fully qualified gold card Electrician with the latest wiring regs 18th edition. I am registered with Napit and I am fully insured. I carry out all types of Electrical work from house rewires, hot tubs, garden offices to simply changing a light
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Electrical- 29 Oct 2021
Excellent tradesperson fully qualified and good at his job.Written quote was correct and the price was very competitive and the time taken was spot on. Overall excellent.