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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Ansari Abdulla
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, I am time serve electrician. Can do any type of electrical work. 15 years experience. Registered with Niceic. Work on my own and concentrate on small jobs. Free site visits and no obligation work estimate provided on same day.
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Electrical- 10 Sep 2018
Arrived early, tidy work, provided some good and helpful advice. Overall very happy with a good job that was done well.
Heritage Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are NIC EIC approved, fully insured and part p registered contractors. We offer a friendly, efficient and professional service. We have 20 years experience in electrical installation testing and maintenance in domestic, commercial, industrial and agricultural projects. After any job we have completed you will receive a certificate no matter how big or small the job is. You require this for your insurance purposes! I Look forward to receiving your enquiries Paul Watson
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Electrical- 14 Jun 2018
Just thought I’d take a moment to leave a quick review for Paul. We originally were looking to have an induction hob and a double oven installed and having a couple of quotes found that Paul offered the most aesthetically appealing option. As we had to have another socket attached to our fuse box he ran the cable under the floorboards and into the kitchen instead of having the cable wrapping around our living room. (We live in a town house with the kitchen and living room located on the first floor). Paul finished the work in a timely manner and nothing was a problem, we also had a few sockets moved and an old electric fireplace turned into a double socket which was a little bit spur of the moment but wasn’t an issue. Great price, great attention to detail and we’re happy we’ve found an electrician for life.
Watts the Fault Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
I've been an electrician since year 2000 and have been self employed since 2011. I undertake all aspects of work from industrial installations in factories to hotel and pub new builds and restorations. I undertake all aspects of domestic work, from adding a socket, to big refurbishments of listed homes. I also have experience in installing different lighting systems, notibly Lutron and Mode and installing and programming Rako systems.
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Electrical- 16 Aug 2018
Chris did an excellent job for us installing new ceiling lights in our kitchen and re-wiring our garage. His quality of workmanship is excellent, he is polite, friendly and neatly tidied up at the end of the day. Very highly recommended!
D G Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a self-employed sole trader, who operates under the NICEIC Approved Contractor (608898000) scheme. I undertake Domestic, Commercial and Industrial work with full liability & indemnity insurance. I also specialise in agricultural installations. Part P registered with full NICEIC warranty included.
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Electrical- 13 Oct 2018
Ben was professional throughout his visits, thoroughly knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything. He turned up on time and when arranged and was clean and tidy during the work. I was so impressed I have asked him to do some further electrical work.
Packer's Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Packer's electrical are experienced contractors who specialise in providing excellent, friendly service at very competitive prices. All sizes of jobs are undertaken.
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Electrical- 8 Mar 2018
Excellent friendly service saw the job fully complete. Would definitely recommend. Thank you 😁
Lavender Electrical Installations Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi , I started out as an apprentice for S J Dark when I left school and have been in the electrical industry ever since.
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Electrical- 14 Sep 2016
I have nothing but praise for Steve,he is an electrician to the highest standard , on time ,polite,friendly and very tidy.We will use again in the future ,and would recommend to anyone
1st Response Group
Rating: 5 out of 5
We, at 1st Response Plumbing & Heating, are here to provide a reliable and professional plumbing service with quality work guaranteed. We specialise in all aspects of plumbing, from replacing a tap to full bathroom/ kitchen refurbishments. 1st Response aim to be the single point of contact for all your plumbing and heating needs, however big or small, providing fully qualified tradesmen.
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Handyman- 8 Mar 2017
Owen was punctual, friendly, did an amazing job and was a pleasure to deal with. He was exceptionally efficient, extremely tidy and absolutely brilliant value for money. Will definitely use again!
John Watson
Rating: 5 out of 5
City and Guilds Level 3 certification in Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings. Level 3 City and Guilds 18th edition for Electrical Installations 7671:2018. EAL Level 3 ITC/001 Electrical Installation Inspection, Testing, Certification and Reporting. The Requirement of part P Building Regulations. I've undertaken a wide range of work in Dwellings of Electrical instualation. £2,000,000 public liability insurance.
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Electrical- 6 Apr 2019
Very pleased with the service and price will certainly recommend and will be only too pleased to give them more work
W&G Installations LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
We have been working in the electrical industry for 11 years on various sites such as London city airport, Postal museum, Chelsea Barracks, Waterloo station, London Bridge station and Microsoft in Noord, Holland. We are a registered NAPIT member #29849. Customer satisfaction is key, and achieving this is simply down to offering an impeccable service with exceptional results. We offer a complete range of electrical services. Above all else we are always completely honest.
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Electrical- 1 Nov 2017
I could not recommend Christopher Wright of W&G Installations Ltd more highly. He replied to my job post very quickly, quoted for the job (and there were no hidden extras) and, within a few days, he had completed the job and sent me a full and detailed report. He is well qualified, experienced, professional and friendly. A1.
South Ayrshire Electrical
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
I currently work in domestic electrical installs and maintenance but I do have experience in the commercial environment too.Evenings and weekends only.
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Electrical- 25 Apr 2024
Morten came quickly and did his best to resolve the issue but unfortunately couldn’t find the source of the problem. He made no charge for his time.
SDE SERVICES LONDON LIMITED
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi I'm Steve from SDE Services. Ive been a electrician for 17yrs (many projects large and small), I'm JIB qualified and NIC EIC registered which means all my work is too the letter correct and guarantee. I'm fully insured and work to stringent safety rules."working towards electrical excellence". ;)
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Electrical- 21 Dec 2016
Steve was polite, professional and on time and did the job to my satisfaction and I will definitely be using his services again.
DJ Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
NICEIC APPROVED CONTRACTOR DJ Electrical is here for your every electrical need! I provide an array of services, of which are carried out to a high standard. My aim is to leave your home not only safe but leave you fully satisfied with the service received. Domestic/Commercial/Industrial works undertaken.
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Electrical- 19 Feb 2017
I would highly recommend Dan, he done a great job, cleaned up after the work, arrived when he said he would and cost was as he quoted. Dan was very helpful and really helped me out at short notice for another electrical issue, before he was booked to attend for the fuse box job, I called and asked if there is any chance he could come the same day and he fitted me in and came and down the emergency job. Top marks and as previously said, I would highly recommend Dan if you want an honest reliable Electricain. I've booked him in for more work already.
Workman Access
Rating: 5 out of 5
I come from a comprehensive electrical back ground and being a time served electrician for over 20 years I now specialise in low voltage systems such as intruder alarm, door entry systems, fire alarms and specialist lighting.
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Electrical- 3 Oct 2018
Excellent job very nice man and brilliant price highly recommended
ECM Services LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
At ECM we pride ourselves on delivering a quality service at an affordable cost. All our jobs are finished to the highest spec, on time and within budget. Light fittings & additional socket outlets Home automation, CCTV, door entry (Ring Door bell system) Power to Sheds/ Cabins Exterior lighting design solutions
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Electrical- 26 Apr 2019
Ryan was very professional and quick. Communication was great and he carried out the job to a high standard. I would highly recommend him and will be contacting him again for any work I need doing in the future. Many Thanks
Electrician SE19
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
I am a reliable electrician working throughout London, based in SE19, specialising in all aspects of domestic and commercial electrical work. I am an NICEIC Approved
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Electrical- 7 May 2018
Onur completed the job to a very high standard. We were very pleased with his work and would definitely hire him again.
K.D.Marshall Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to K.D.Marshall, thanks for viewing my profile. I have 7 years experience working as an electrician and have done all walks of work from domestic, commercial and large industrial 3-phase installations for companies such as Timbersource, Dreams Works Beds, Caterham and Spectra specialist engineering including jobs for the McLaren Formula 1 team, Etihad Airways' demonstration piece and outdoor broadcast vehicles. I have also carried out maintenance for Costa Coffee and much more.
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Electrical- 26 Apr 2018
Kasey came to fix an outside socket in the garden and did a fantastic job, very quickly and no mess. We made an arrangement for him to do the job on a particular day which he was happy to do and for us was very convenient as well. A very good price that we were happy to pay and would definitely contact Kasey again if we need any other electrical jobs doing in the future.