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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Fylde Electrical Contractors
Rating: 5 out of 5
NICEIC Electrical contractor 40 years experience Domestic and comercial works undertaken
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Electrical- 31 May 2020
Efficient, competitive and friendly service from Paul. Very professional and trustworthy would definitely recommend!
ward bro electrical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Ward Brothers Electrical is an established family run business offering all aspects of electrical works in Watford and surrounding areas. All of our work is carried out by fully qualified electricians to the highest of standards. We are NICEIC, ECA & Trust Mark approved contracters & are fully insured.
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Craig did a full Electrical Rewiring of our house. He had good technical knowledge. He was friendly, hardworking and professional. He completed the work to high standard. He even went out of the way to order few things on my behalf. I am very pleased with the service provided and would certainly recommend him.
Harter Improvements
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, I'm James Harter an Electrician from Ware. I have been an Electrician for over 15 years and set up on my own 9 years ago. I undertake all types electrical work and take pride in my workmanship and cleanliness.
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Electrical- 26 Mar 2020
Very satisfied with the quick responses but we selected James Harter as he was close by. He proved to be very good and he completed the work this afternoon. Very good experience
Sparrow Sparks
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am an electrician, based in Crystal Palace, undertaking all domestic & commercial work. I do all electrical installs & pride myself on efficiency with a smile! Fully qualified registered electrician with 18th edition, with many years experience. please do not hesitate to contact for a free quote. No call out charge.
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Electrical- 3 Nov 2019
John was professional, helpful, flexible with his timings and very reasonably priced.
CT Electrical engineering
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi I am Ben Christian a certified electrician, registered with stroma. I have a wealth of experience having served with the Royal Signals as an electrician I also have over 12 years experience in social housing. Works include, completing, planned works, full rewires, kitchen and bathroom installations and reactive maintenance, as well as years of emergency call out experience. I carry out all aspects of domestic and commercial electrical work however big or small.
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Electrical- 11 Feb 2019
Within 8hrs of posting the job Ben had been round and got it all finished and at a great price. No hesitation in reccomending him!
rlelectrical
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
I have previously worked for a company but since 2007 I have been self employed. I have completed many electrical tasks throughout my years as an electrician including re-wires, industrial work, new builds, loft conversions, garage and shed installations. I provide a quality, reliable service and all work is certified through the NicEic approved contractor scheme .
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Electrical- 6 Nov 2024
Old School trade , manners , knowledge and cleanliness, extremely fair price , asked for no money up front , a very rare occurrence in todays market , work was very very good , cannot fault this man in any way . Will use him again without question.
J Panay Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are an electrical company specialising in the domestic industry we complete all our jobs to the highest of standards. With over 10 years experience. Up till now all of our work has come from word of mouth. No job too small or big Fully insured. NIC EIC Registered
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Electrical- 20 Sep 2017
James and his Bradley were very professional and completed all the jobs to my total satisfaction. They were flexible polite and communicate well keeping me updated at all times I would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone
Southern Cabling Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are Southern Cabling Ltd. we install electrical systems test and inspect along with installation of CCTV systems. From changing consumer units to installing outside lights. We can inspect and test all electrical systems for landlords and homeowners.
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Electrical- 27 May 2020
We just had our outdoor security light replaced by Keith , I would highly recommend him as he was very polite , Professional and also Quoted a fair price And timeframe he done a brilliant job , he explained in detail about what needed to be done and how to operate the light if changes needed to be made , also on the first visit immediately told me the price and date he could have the job done by and worked around my work hours Which was much appreciated
Lumlec Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I undertake all types of electrical work commercial, industrial and domestic. I also undertake security works I.e security alarms and CCTV. Small business looking to grow.
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Electrical- 5 Apr 2020
Sam completed the work to a high standard and was honest, efficient and easy to get along with. He quickly grasped the plans and worked with flexibility around our timelines and the other trades. Overall Sam did a great job.
RS Electrical installations
Rating: 5 out of 5
Domestic Electrician
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Electrical- 18 Aug 2020
Richard response to the request for a quote and to investigate the electrical issue was prompt for which I was grateful. He investigated the problem, which luckily for me was not a major. He got the lights working again and did not bill me for it. He investigated and identified the equipment which could become an issue in the future. His quote is very reasonable and I don’t have any issues in using his company again. Marie - Erdington
ERU Electrics Ltd
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Being an electrical contractors since 1999 we are experienced in all aspects of domestic and commercial installations, maintenance, inspection and testing. Our mentality is 'Do it once and do it correct'.
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Electrical- 2 Jan 2019
Job done successfully!
Tom Skeels Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello, my name's Tom Skeels. I am an Essex and london based electrician looking to provide a safe and efficient service. I pride myself around my neat, reliable work. I am always giving that little bit extra to make sure the customer is more than just happy with my work. NICEIC Domestic installer reg: D605344
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Electrical- 8 Oct 2018
Tom disconnected the old fridge for us with minimum fuss and for a very competitive price. We are happy with the service we received.
Millard Installations Electrical service
Rating: 5 out of 5
Millard Installations is your Friendly local Electrical service taking on all Domestic electrical work from fault finding to full rewires. • NICEIC Domestic installer • Part P Compliant • Fully Qulified • Fully insured
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Electrical- 6 May 2019
Friendly, efficient service. Would recommend.
Rafal Faltyn Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrician, part p registered (NICEIC), 10 years experience. All aspects of domestic/residential installations undertaken.
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Electrical- 6 Oct 2019
Good clean job and very reasonable price.
Beta Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I carry out all types of electrical work in domestic & small commercial buildings in the Herefordshire area. Range of electrical repairs and installation work carried out Landlord certificates, EICR's Electrical Installation Condition Reports) for house purchases. Qualified electrician with a focus on quality, fair pricing and customer satisfaction. Over 25 years experience of electrical work. Part P qualified and accredited in a competent person scheme (Stroma registration number STI16213).
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Electrical- 25 Sep 2018
Dennis did a great job even coming out on a Saturday morning when it was convenient for us. Very punctual, professional and tidy, and kept the job to the agreed cost. Highly recommend.
H.E.S LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Coming from 10 years experience in domestic, industrial, commercial and fire alarm jobs I am qualified and able to complete any electrical works required.Confident, competent and always tidy and professional.
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Electrical- 30 Oct 2018
Adam came to site to quote and made practical suggestions make the job easier and cheaper and gave me a quote for the labour immediately. He then went away and priced the materials, which were more than I exlected. When he was due to arrive on site, he was slightly delayed, but he kept me informed so I knew what was happening. Once on site, he did the work quickly and efficiently with a minimum of mess. I would use him again.