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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Lightning Electrical Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
At Lightning Electrical, all works are considered. We can add extra Socket Outlets and Lights, to complete or partial Re-Wires. We can install EV Charge Points too. All jobs either big or small are approached with a can-do attitude, and are completed to the highest standard. We take pride in making ideas reality.
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Electrical- 1 May 2022
Responded quickly and fitted the job in at short notice for reasonable price. Would recommend
J P Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
J P Electrical has been established since 2016 offering electrical and security solutions around the midlands. We thrive on carrying out good quality work which now leads our business to mainly run on repeat work and recommendations. We carry out all sorts or electrical work including - Domestic - Commercial - Industrial - Commercial LED lighting upgrades - CCTV - Alarms - Door entry systems - and much much more
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Electrical- 7 Sep 2020
Fair price, reliable and good communication throughout with a detailed job completed. Highly recommend.
B E Services Warminster Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi I'm Nathan. I have been working as an Electrician for 6 years. In that time I have undertaken a wide variety of projects from minor domestic jobs to multi million pound commercial jobs.
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Electrical- 28 Oct 2021
Great work, and speedy reply. Will def use again
Jbe electrical
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
I’m a fully qualified and fully insured electrician with 10+ years experience in all electrical aspects from domestic to industrial and motor controls, and hazardous areas. I’m also NAPIT registered too. Feel free to find me on Facebook - JBE electrical
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Electrical- 7 Nov 2025
One of the few that actually showed up and on time, job was done in good time and I am overall happy with the finished sockets.
OGS gas heating and plumbing
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Complete full central heating and installation boiler and all complete the bathroom fitting And basic electrical Extension and new building works
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Gas Work- 8 May 2025
Competent professional, good communication and fair price. Would recommend
Neil Powell Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified electrician. I cover all aspects of electrical work from changing a plug socket to home automation. Full and partial re-wires. Can carry out both periodic and initial testing and verification on existing installations. Can also produce landlord certificates
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Electrical- 8 Nov 2017
very quick and turned up on time and very polite would use again
Rocks Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Domestic & Commercial electrician -EICR’s -Full & partial rewires -Fault finding & repairs
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Electrical- 13 Feb 2022
Highly recommend. Job was done with in a day of contacting Neil! Communication was great and the job very well done. Thank you!
electrician
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello friends, my name is Kiril and I am a young electrician who started his own business and I am looking to expand my work. With a friendly and energetic attitude I aim to remove the headache from your electrical needs. If you need more information please contact me on the phone number provided
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Electrical- 24 Mar 2022
Very professional and respectful. Did a great job with outstanding issues from previous contractor. Regardless of the difficulties, Kiril was resilient and fixed all issues. Highly recommend him. Level of work was incredible.
Bowater Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been trading as an electrician for 20 years I am flexible,reliable and trustworthy. My work is always of a high standard and I aim to please. City and guilds level 2 ,testing and inspection 2392 ,17th Edition 2382 Asbestos Awareness 5 million public liability 10 million employers liability
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Robert has done several re-wiring jobs for us, the most recent being a flat that had to be totally re-wired due to age. His work is very professional and quick. He turns up when he says he will and the work he completes is always decoratively pleasing as well as technically sound. I would recommend him to anyone, and he will be doing any future work I need completing.
james green
Rating: 5 out of 5
niceic approved contractor with 15 years of domestic and commercial experience my name is James i,m a sole trader so all work is carried out by myself
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Electrical- 5 Nov 2021
James tested everything and told us we did not need any work after all. Didn't charge for his time.
Alldone Home Improvements and Property Maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
All maintenance, modernisation and handyman needs. I am based in Dudley, West Midlands and cover the surrounding areas. I am more than happy to take on the smallest of jobs but can also manage larger projects, or if it's just an extra pair of hands. I work extensively for home owners, tenants, landlords and commercial businesses for competitive rates. I am a NICEIC registered electrician.
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Electrical- 14 Nov 2019
Steve is very professional and I highly recommend him for all electric work. He will ensure everything is correct and he will talk you through why and how to mitigate the issue. I had a particular need with the circuit and he manage it without issues. Everything certified, which is what needed for a new circuit. Thank you Steve
Sean B
Rating: 5 out of 5
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Garden Maintenance- 16 May 2022
Sean did a .great job of strimming and mowing the garden,will use again in the near fuure
AC Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
AC Electrical is a small family run business offering electrical services at a budget cost. From a small electrical repair to a full industrial rewire we also offer a 24/7 out of hours emergency call out. no job too big or small we have you covered and will aim to beat any quote. Fully qualified JIB Approved electricians NICEIC Registered
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I needed old cooker taking out and new cooker fitting and new kitchen lights wired in, Ashton Smith was on time, efficient and really professional… got straight on with the jobs and I would recommend to anyone.
M C Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi. I have 25 years of experience in electrical work in Europe and UK with domestic, commercial and industrial projects. The biggest was Aqua park. I have work for companies like Aurora lighting and Lloret control systems.
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Electrical- 8 May 2019
Great electrician, friendly and professional, needed a double socket in my kitchen, had to cut tiles away, no damage done, very reasonable price aswell, highly recommended.
AK Switches
Rating: 5 out of 5
AK SWITCHES Electrical Services reliable and efficient Electrical service covering the North West over 30 years in electrical and general maintenance All aspects of electrical work are undertaken from periodic testing/landlord certificates rewires Security alarms cctv pat testing to simple tasks like changing accessories. All work is carried out in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations. I pride myself I doing a clean tidy job at a good rate All estimates and advice is free
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Electrical- 24 Sep 2018
Excellent professional service. I would definately recommend Keith and use him again.
Panther Electrical LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Panther Electrical LTD is the local, NICEIC registered, company you can depend on for all your domestic electrical needs. All of our friendly, experienced engineers are qualified and here to ensure your job gets done properly. On time. First time.
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Electrical- 20 Sep 2021
Professional and fast service . Highly recommend