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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Techphase Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified Electrical Engineer, with more than 20 years of experience in Europe as well in UK, at the moment our limited company (Techphase Limited) is seeking to get more Electrical jobs such as: Electrical installations, maintenance, EIC, EICR, intercom, fire alarm,Electrical Designs etc.
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Electrical- 3 Dec 2020
Umaru was brilliant - he was very friendly, very responsive and got the job done in a timely manner. Will defo be using him in the future - thank you!
Csb electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
CSB Electrical. We are a NAPIT registered company who offer a trusted, reliable service. We specialise in domestic and commercial installation and can supply certificates if required. Use our service with confidence.
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Electrical- 28 Jan 2019
Charly of Csb Electrical is very friendly, professional and efficient. Charly came to inspect the job, gave me a price and arranged a date for the work to be done. He put in 3 electrical sockets, covered all the furniture beforehand and vacuumed afterwards. Excellent job and I have no hesitation in recommending him and Csb. Carol, Barking.
Bett Electrical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
With over 30 years experience in the electrical contracting Industry Bett Electrical ltd offers a friendly & approachable attitude to both domestic & commercial customers. We offer free no obligation advice &quotations to all your electrical needs. Why gamble with the rest Bett Electrical ltd
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Electrical- 3 Aug 2015
He came on time and installed the lights for us. Excellent service.
Pierce electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Self-employed qualified electrician. 7 years experience in domestic & commercial install, maintenance, testing, fault finding. Happy to take on any job big or small.
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Electrical- 9 Mar 2021
Very please and David is very polite and works clean and safety I would highly recommend
Fox And Fox Electrics Limited
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
What sets me apart from the rest? * Honesty and integrity. * Attention to detail. * Pride in my work. * Depth of knowledge. * Being prompt and courteous. * Fully insured. NAPIT registered electrician with 30 years' experience. Based in Aberdeenshire, covering Fraserburgh, Peterhead, Banff, Turiff, Huntly, Keith and surroundings.
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Electrical- 3 Aug 2019
Highly methodical and knowledgable about in fixing a fault that had me and previously hired electrician baffled. Would hire and recommend to others anytime. Great work Adam.
ENRIGHT ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
An electrician with 10 years experience. All aspects of electrical works carried out from small jobs such as additional power and lighting, upgrading of lighting to led, garden lighting design and install, to larger projects such as full and partial rewires and new build installations.
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Electrical- 15 Nov 2020
From the moment I met Sean I knew I was in safe hand. The job was to run electrics to my shed, fit plugs, fit internal light and external security lights. Sean turned up for the quote at the time he said and having talked through the job he sent his quote the same day. After confirming he could do the job he arrived on time and worked solidly from the start until he finished the all the work. A very nice, calm, professional guy and I was very pleased with his work which was also very neat and tidy. I would have no hesitation to recommend him to family or friends.
Lukar Electrics LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Commercial and domestic electrical installations. We are fast, reliable and we provide the highest quality of work.
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Electrical- 13 Apr 2021
Excellent. Florin and his team turned up when they said they would and were highly professional. They clearly have expertise, and did a first class job. They gave me so much trust and confidence in them, I left them unattended in my shop full of stock without the slightest concern. Working with people of this sort of quality takes all the headache out of the project.
Fisher Electrical Contractors
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a fully qualified electrician with 9 years experience, NICEIC registered carrying out works to current regulations. I typically carry out domestic installations, anything from light changes to full rewires. High quality works carried out at a competitive price!
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Electrical- 4 Sep 2018
Bradley did an excellent job within a very short time. Highly recommended.
Colvern Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
I currently run my own company, Colvern Electrical Ltd and have been trading for the last 8 years. I have been a qualified electrician for the past 20 years and have experience in all aspects of the Electrical trade, including domestic, commercial and domestic. I have been a site forman for the past 6 years, having managed multi-millions pound projects working and managing varied trades.
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Electrical- 8 May 2021
Very professional, honest and polite. Done a great job for a very reasonable price. Would highly recommend. Thanks Steve!
Hawthorn Electrical & General Ltd.
Rating: 5 out of 5
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Handyman- 2 May 2019
Fast, neat and tidy. Helped us to dismantle kids cot aswell before starting on bunk bed. Very friedly and professional. Added dmore nails not provided in packet to add extra support and safety for kids. Highly reccomend - five star
DJ Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
DJ Electrical is a small domestic electrical company based in south wales. I have 11 years experience and I cover all domestic work including electrical testing, PAT testing, re wires, fuse board changes etc. No job to small so any questions please contact me.
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Electrical- 13 Feb 2021
Dan was really helpful. Very professional and approachable. Will use again.
Elite Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
A family run business based in Paignton that has been trading for over 20 years. Offering a friendly and reliable professional service for all your electrical needs. Full 4 year Apprenticeship served with over 30 years experience. All aspects of electrical work covered, domestic, commercial and industrial. From a simple light fitting change to a full re-wire. Free quotes and professional advice NICEIC PART P REGISTERED
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Electrical- 27 Sep 2018
Fanatic service, had my lamps fitted within a hour of placing my requirement on here! Excellent service and I woulď certaìnly recommend him. thank you Ralph
R6 electrical contractors ltd
Rating: 4.2 out of 5
At R6 Electrical contractors Ltd we offer nothing but a 1st class service always making sure we meet our customers expectations
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Electrical- 9 Jul 2026
Good electrician and fast response
Daitch Electrical Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
My company is Full Scope Part P registered with NAPIT. Trustmark, CHAS and Constructionline registered. £5 million public liability insured. Waste Carriers Licence. Personally I have a JIB ECS Approved Electrician Gold Card, 18th Edition, C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing, NVQ 3 Electrical Installation, C&G 2330 Level 3 and C&G 2377 PAT Testing.
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Electrical- 19 Apr 2021
Dale was efficient and reliable. His work was tidy and completed professionally. We will use again and would recommend him.
Channell Electrics
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Channell Electrics have 20 years experience in the electrical industry, We offer a reliable friendly service, we are Napit (part P) and ElectricSafe registerd and CRB checked, we cover kent, Sussex and the South-East, from consumer units, rewires, EICR(landlords certs) fault finding, no job to small
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Electrical- 31 Mar 2016
Excellent job done to time & budget and he left the old sockets filled ready for painting. Would certainly hire again.
Craig Potter
Rating: 5 out of 5
CP Electrical Contracting Ltd Fully Qualified and Insured, NAPIT registered 18th Edition Electrician with 16+ years experience within the Domestic, Commercial and Industrial sectors. Our customers include some of the leading high-street retail and hospitality brands, so you can be sure all work we complete will be to the highest standards. Fair and reasonable prices for a quality, professional service. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We look forward to working with you.
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Electrical- 8 Aug 2020
Arrived on time excellent communication polite and professional All good.