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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ElectSat
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been working as an electrician for 15 years. I normally undertake Electric , TV aerial and CCTV work
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Electrical- 30 Dec 2019
was on time and gave us good advice
K electrix
Rating: 5 out of 5
All electrical work new installs refurbishments , ring and nest door bell and floodlight installations, fault finding , changing switches, sockets, lights.
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Electrical- 5 Jan 2020
Really helpful prior to installation of my Google Nest Hello. Turned up at the time agreed, completed the job to a very good standard and very helpful and polite. Wouldn’t hesitate to use Khushil again. Thanks
Ludlow Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
At Ludlow electrical I offer a reliable and quality electrical service. I pride myself on my excellent reputation and reliability. I provide a professional electrical installation service. I am a qualified NICEIC competent fully qualified for the scope of work I do. All my work is fully insured and guaranteed. The service I give meets all the BS7671 18th edition regulation standards.i at Ludlow Electrical will meet your needs with confidence.
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Electrical- 11 Jul 2019
James did an excellent job for us in our chapel. He was on time, which is amazing as so many trades men arrive when they want to. The job was done efficiently and well. We shall be using him for any other future electrical work that we undergo.
CPC Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My Business has been established for over 20 years. Helping people overcome their home electrical problems in a polite and efficient manner. Time served and qualified to inspect and test/certify premises.
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Electrical- 16 Mar 2018
Brillant will definately use again
O&S Electronic Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Napit and Trustmark registered full scope part P electrician. Government endorsed quality standards with £2,000,000 public liability insurance for your peace of mind.
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Electrical- 4 Feb 2019
Julian was very helpful and offered excellent advice and guidance for our ensuite electrics requirements. Lovely and friendly and knowledgeable. Already lined up to return to complete the underfloor heating final connections once the rest of the ensuite renovation works have been completed. Very competitive pricing, and i'm sure we will have plenty more jobs available when we move on to the next projects. Will be recommending Julian to others with any electrical work requirements.
Andy Building Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a fully qualified plasterer with over 17 years experience. I am also competent in all other areas of the building trade. I have undertaken various different projects from a simple ceiling re-skimming to complete renovations. Also new kitchens and bathrooms installer.
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Plastering- 29 Apr 2018
Andy did a fantastic job of boxing in pipes and re-plastering our kitchen diner. Extremely hard working getting the job done on time and for the price quoted. He is also one of the cleanest tidiest tradesmen I have ever come across. Very happy with his work and i would definitely recommend.
PS Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name is Peter and I offer a Friendly,reliable and trustworthy service. 27 years in the electrical industry. No job to big or to small. Fully insured and NICEIC Registered Feel free to contact me for a no obligation quotation. Thank you for taking the time to read.
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Electrical- 18 May 2017
Very happy with the end result.
SH Electricals & Maintenance LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
At SH Electricals, we take pride in providing outstanding electrical solutions to our customers. Each project, regardless of how big or small is given our utmost attention, from the Design stage up until Certification & Maintenance stages. Our specialties are, but not limited to - Consumer Unit Upgrades - Complete Property Rewiring - Electrical Compliance – Inspection & Testing - Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting inc Testing / Maintenance - CCTV Systems
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Electrical- 13 Apr 2018
Great guys, completed the job with great flexibility. Fantastic communication throughout the whole process with great advice. Thoroughly recommended. Thanks guys!
GDH Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Dear sir or madam, My name is Jin, domestic electrian. Small jobs are welcome as well. Emergency appointment available as well. Niceic registered with public liability insurance. Thank you for your attention. Kind regards
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Electrical- 18 Mar 2019
Jin arrived on time and was very courteous when he introduced himself. He set to work straight away and assessed the job, and he made sure that I was happy with what he was going to do, which I was. While he was working, he also tested the wiring and his work to ensure both mine and his safety, which I have never seen before with an electrician but was very impressed by. I am more than happy with the standard and quality of Jin's work as he went above and beyond to make the installation as neat and tidy as possible and even swept up after himself. I will not hesitate to use his services in the future and recommend him to friends. Many thanks Jin for your work
House and Ohm Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified Domestic Electrical Installer having up to date BS7671 qualification. I hold £2,000,000 public liability insurance and will undertake all domestic electrical work. I want to do a job for my customers that I would be happy to see in my own home - I don't cut corners and am only happy if the customer is happy with my work. Please take a look at my pictures - a clean efficient look is my aim.
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Electrical- 21 Nov 2017
All fixed. Good price.
Mason Electrical Solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello, My name is Lee Pearce. Im the director at Mason Electrical Solutions, we are based in Hindhead, Surrey. We have been in business for over 25 years. We cover Domestic and Comericial work. We are fully insured with the NICEIC and all our work is Certificated through the NICEIC. We are fully qualified Electricians with following qualifications City and Guilds 3330 lvl 3 City and Guilds 2382 17th Edition Regulations City and Guilds 2391 Testing and Inspection.
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Electrical- 6 Jul 2018
Very professional, very tidy, all completed on time. Went out of his way to help. Would definitely use again. Thank you.
S G Pickering Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a self employed Electrician, with many years experience, in all types of electrical installations, I am an NICEIC Approved and Domestic Contractor Registration number 605961. I can complete all necessary certificates and notifications to the local authority( a requirement for work done under part P of the building regulations). Mainly Domestic Work and EICR Tests. From replacing your light fitting to a full rewire and test at reasonable costs
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Electrical- 1 May 2019
Arrived within one hour of me posting job. Very friendly and helpful. Did the job safely and expertly and price was very reasonable. Would use again yes
A.M. SERVICES EDINBURGH ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
electrical / plumbing work. kitchen/bathrooms installations
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Electrical- 19 Aug 2019
Excellent service! Would definitely recommend and use again!
Triple AAA Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
After 29 Years working in the High Voltage Distribution industry, I have now decided to go self employed. I understand that to build an successful business I need to start from the ground up, building a good customer focused service & at a competitive price. This in mind I thrive to delivery a service that the customer will be happy with & would be more than happy to recommend my services to family & Friends, not to mention over potential customers. Serving South Leeds & surrounding areas.
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Electrical- 4 May 2019
Nick replaced a shower for us,he gave us a competitive quote,he was proffesional and thourough and did a good job,would definatly reccomend and have already asked him to do more work for us.
Lee Walters
Rating: 5 out of 5
Family business. 17th Edition qualified electrician. Covering all aspects of electrical installation and testing. Fully insured NICEIC registered
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Electrical- 24 Jan 2018
Lee was prompt, friendly and thorough. Great job, would definitely hire again.
Totally Smart Homes LTD
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Hi my Name is Phil from Totally Smart Homes LTD, my Company covers all Aspects of Domestic Electrical work , i have worked within the General Electrical industry for the passed 20 years , covering Conventional Electrical (sockets, Lighting , Shower , Cookers and consumer units) we also have a wealth experience with Home Automation including Audio Video, Lighting Control, Wifi Access, CCTV, TV and Alarms I am NICEIC registered Domestic Installer , Lutron, Control4, HDL and ELAN trained.
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Electrical- 3 Dec 2020
Really pleased with Phil's work. The new lights are great. The quote was clearly itemised and the work was competently carried out to a a professional high standard. His manner was respectful and polite. Very pleased to recommend.