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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M J Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
Over 40 years experience and 25 years being self employed. I'm fully qualified and part P registered with NAPIT. all work guaranteed no job too small
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Electrical- 10 May 2016
Would thoroughly recommend Michael. Arrived promptly, carried out the work at to an excellent standard in a very polite, and friendly manner, at a price which was very reasonable what was required.
RG Jones
Rating: 5 out of 5
Self employed electrician, NICEIC registered with 13 years experience in domestic work, covering full rewires, additions and alterations to circuits, Excellent knowledge in heating controls and the wiring of boilers.
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Electrical- 5 Nov 2019
Rob was great, turned up on time and went beyond what was asked to make sure everything was working ok. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable electrician. Will definitely call Rob first next time we need to hire an electrician!! Thank you.
R.Piper Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Ross and I run a small electrical company based in Worcester park Surrey, I am fully qualified, fully insured and I’m niceic registered, I concerntrate mainly on domestic electrical work, I take pride in my work and finish all my jobs to a high standard.
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Electrical- 19 Aug 2018
Ross arrived exactly on time, was friendly and completed the job quickly to a high standard. Would use him again for any other electrical work. Thanks Ross.
Response elec Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We offer full electrical services from domestic and commercial to electrical condition reports fire alarms and emergency lighting. We have over 25 years experience in the industry. We are fully Certified and Insured to carry out all aspects of electrical work.
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Electrical- 12 Oct 2018
Phill carried out an electrical report on the property and was prompt and efficient
Justin's Electrical and Plumbing
Rating: 5 out of 5
I provide a friendly and reliable service and believe customer satisfaction is key. I believe in completing work to a high standard with minimum upheaval to my customers. The benefit of the service that I provide is that I can complete work of three different trades meaning less aggravation for you.
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Electrical- 12 Dec 2016
He is a very professional electrician who goes the extra mile to help you and does not stop until the job is done. We would certainly employ him again.
Copper Electrical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Copper Electrical ltd is a Derby based domestic and commercial electrical installation and maintenance company serving Derby, Nottingham and surrounding areas. We have over 10 years experience in the trade and can assist you with all your electrical needs from a broken plug socket to a full rewire. Our aim is to provide a first class service that cannot be beaten and always on time and on budget.
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Electrical- 5 Nov 2019
Great price and spot on time will us again
MB Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
MB Electrics - Electrician - established 10 years - NICEIC Part P registered. Mainly domestic installations.
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Electrical- 31 Oct 2019
Very pleased with the work done very professional didn t realise there job was so technical both Matt and his young apprentice both very friendly Thanks would definitely use them again
Allen's Electrical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are Niceic approved electrical contractors fully insured with many years of experience in domestic , commercial and industrial work. Professional , friendly and always leave our work space clean and tidy,
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I was renovating a bungalow and, having used Chris before on my house, he was my first choice for this project. He fully rewired the house, increasing the number of sockets, light fittings, spots, outside lights etc and a new mains box. As we were fitting a new kitchen and bathroom, Chris connected all the appliances, extractor fans etc I trust Chris and his crew 100%. They have had keys to 3 projects now and are about to commence on a fourth. I have absolutely no problem in recommending Chris
Fordil ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fordil ltd is an NIC EIC approved contractor. Me and my business partner David Undertake all aspects of electrical work big or small. We’ve gained our experience working all over London so have a good idea of a high standard of work! taking this everywhere we go.
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Electrical- 19 Sep 2015
Josh sent his partner round to complete my jobs required, nice polite guy, very tidy and did a few other jobs that weren't quoted for. Extremely happy with the service and will happily recommend for Other jobs. Also the price was by far the best quote I had received. Many thanks!
RW Rewire
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am a fully qualified electrician and self employed with my own van and tools. I have around 12 years experience in electrics, and carry out all domestic and commercial repairs and installations. I have an NVQ level 3. I have inspection and testing level 3 and I'm 17th edition qualified. I am NIC EIC registered. I am fully insured and I complete all jobs professionally for a competitive price.
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Electrical- 16 Oct 2015
I was really impressed with RW Rewire and would recommend him to anyone. He was prompt, polite, knowledgeable and really helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. His price was really competitive - I will use him again.
HB Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small electrical partnership based in Surrey. Member of the NICEIC, all work is fully certificated and insured. All works guaranteed for 12 months. Free quotations on request.
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Electrical- 30 Jan 2019
Now that's what I called a tradesman ... enquiry received, visit arranged, quotes sent, price agreed, date decided and job done on that date ... period no questions no confusion no arguments. The work done is of highly professional nature, immaculate. I strongly recommend Harry for electric jobs. I can see him going long way already
Mercer Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Mercer electrical services covers all domestic electrical work. With over 12 years experience we have a great knowledge of electrics. All work is carried out to a high standard and won't be beaten on price.
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Electrical- 29 Mar 2019
Stuart is very good at his job just gets on with it he even cleans up after the job is done *******
LK Electrical and fire services
Rating: 5 out of 5
At LK Electrical and fire services ltd we offer the whole package and work alongside you from start to finish to ensure the best results possible. Our team are highly skilled and with over 15years experience in the Electrical industry we offer a huge range of services; from commercial to industrial and education and special events. Not only that, our team of experts are fully trained in PAT testing, energy saving , data network cabling ,security services we cover all electrical services.
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Electrical- 5 Aug 2019
Really impressed with the service-Lee came in the morning to quote and then returned in the afternoon to do the job. Very friendly guys, good advise given and job done quickly and efficiently, no mess left behind! Fair price too-Will definitely use again and would have no hesitation in recommending to others
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.
KNelectrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been in this trade for eight years, mostly doing commercial and industrial work. I am fully qualified electrician with 17th edition of wiring regulations, inspection and testing, PAT testing and instalation designing.
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Electrical- 11 Feb 2019
Nice guy done good job respect
CM Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have years of experiance in domestic and commercial propereties i am fully qualified and insured. I am very trustworthy and give a punctual and reliable service. Part P approved by Stroma
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Electrical- 24 May 2017
Chris got in touch quickly after shortlisting and was able to come and quote in a very short time. He completed the works to a high standard, kept me informed with what was going on and made sure the place was clean and tidy upon completion. Very happy with the final result!