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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Ml building and electrical services ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Domestic, commercial and industrial work undertaken All aspects of electrical installation undertaken All work carried out to the highest of standard by fully qualified electricians Niceic approved contractor Construction line verified All works guaranteed
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Electrical- 21 Nov 2016
After losing power in all the plug sockets in the house, Liam and Mathew fitted us in and was able to get most of the sockets working and made safe the rest, and will be back in new year when we have worked done in the kitchen. They were very helpful and got on with the job and explained what was happening. Cleaned up and polite , good price will def be using again.
EHE Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
EHE Electrical Services is a reliable and friendly company that offers a range of electrical services from small/big domestic jobs to large-scale commercial projects. With over 10 years’ experience in the trade, we can help and advise you on any project you may have.
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Electrical- 18 Sep 2018
Did an excellent job at a reasonable cost. Reliable, pleasant and a tidy tradesman. I would be very happy to employ Elwood for all future electrical work.
Howard Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
H|E - Howard Electrical Howard Electrical is a family run business based in the Bognor Regis area, we cover all types of electrical works across West Sussex/East Sussex and Hampshire.
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Electrical- 7 Dec 2017
Kieron fixed our security lights. He was punctual, polite and very knowledgeable. He anticipated the problem and came prepared. Very pleased and he is highly recommended.
Caerphilly Electrical Services Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
C E S Ltd provides the complete range of high quality services that we all should exspect. Electrical, property maintenance and complete make over. All Works are guaranteed.
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Electrical- 30 Aug 2015
Good job overall and good advice from the start. A few minor issues - one broken tile in the kitchen, the filling to prepare the chasing for plastering was messy in some places and Ian needed to come back to site to sort out a couple of things, which he did quickly. Happy overall and would use again.
Guild Building Solutions Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Kitchens, Bathrooms, knock through with steel support, approved electrical work and general refurbishment to a high standard
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Conversions - General- 16 Aug 2019
Decided to fill in the wall in the end and Andy was on hand to make that as smooth as possible! Left him the keys and he cracked on with the work while I was down in London. Waited for me to get there to inspect the work before he left. Would recommend!
BL Electrical & Maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi my name's Ben lord. I run a small Independent maintenance business offering sevices for all your plumbing,carpentry, plastering and tiling needs. Specialising in electrics I am a Fully qualified electrician with 10 years experience I can undertake minor and major jobs for all your electrical needs From lights to rewire at competitive prices.
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Plumbing- 1 Feb 2019
Fast friendly and reasonable price. No complaints at all
DCES EDIN LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a fully qualified 17th edition Electrician and we cover all aspects of electrical work. We are also NICEIC registered so we can sign work of throughout the UK.
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Electrical- 15 Apr 2019
Very pleasant and efficient electrician.
Greenfield Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
We help with design, product choice, installation and maintenance of all forms of electrical work. Greenfield Electrics are Part P approved, certified, insured and registered electrical company. We aim to give you complete confidence in our service, in terms of best choice for you and your home with safety of your electrical systems being core to our ethos. Our experience working with other trades allows us to provide you with an efficient friendly service. Our quotes and advice are always free.
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Electrical- 27 Apr 2016
The team turned up and offered a very thorough competitively priced quote. Job was completed very swiftly with ease. Highly recommended for any prospective customers and will happily hire again for future work.
Ben Wilson
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified electrician for over 10 years. All works undertaken - domestic, commercial and industrial.
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Electrical- 22 Nov 2017
I would definitely hire Ben again! Quick to contact and quote me, came out and completed the job very quickly. Really nice, polite and very tidy worker! Thanks Ben!
LC Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Over 30 years experience, mainly domestic new builds, all stages of installation, inspection and testing, fault finding, heating installation and commission, sub contract work to major house builders. External and internal lighting design to Bespoke properties. I aim to make your ideas come to life, I enjoy a challenge, I am reliable and hardworking.
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Electrical- 24 Apr 2019
Arrived on time. Very professional and efficient service by a friendly electrician and his apprentice.Would definitely use them again and would highly recommended.
Easy Pz Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
Easy Pz Electrics is a sole trader electrical business based in the Penzance area serving the Penwith peninsula. This NAPIT registered professional business is able to carry out work on your home, rental property and light industrial units. We are extremely keen to provide a professional and most importantly clean service to you so contact us at our Easy Pz Electrics Website today.
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Electrical- 14 Dec 2018
Paul arrived on time and carried a comprehensive installation for certification. I would be happy to recommend him anyone else who requires a good electrician, well done!
Newquay Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical works
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Electrical- 12 Sep 2019
Paul arrived quickly, quoted and got the job done all in a morning. Very pleased with the work done, and would definitely use again.
JD Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
JD Electrical are a reliable and highly qualified team of electricians, offering experienced electrical work at competitive prices. We are NICEIC registered, fully insured and pride ourselves on customer relations and exceptional standards. JD Electrical covers all aspects of electrical work. We offer free quotations and advice on all jobs big or small
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Electrical- 24 Nov 2019
Jack was great. Super reliable. Great work.
T.H.Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified Electrician with 5+ years experience working in the south east in both commercial and domestic working environments. Just became self employed and I’m trying to build my business and now part of the NICEIC domestic installer scheme
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Electrical- 9 Apr 2019
Nice chap.. good quote... arrived when he said and completed the work to a good standard. Would hire again Thanks
Bee ElectricaI & Property Services
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
We are an NICEIC Approved Electrical contractor with 25 years experience established in 2012 We carry out the following work Electrical installations and maintenance Fault finding and repair EICR testing reports (periodic testing) Property upgrades and maintenance Small building projects Handy man jobs Portable appliance testing Legionella and land lord reports
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Electrical- 8 Feb 2019
He done great job and good price When he put a switch in for my shower he cleaned up after him self and he we quick and very good job
A P Boyle
Rating: 5 out of 5
JIB Approved electrician & NICEIC Approved contractor. 20+ years experience on Domestic, Commercial and industrial installations and maintenance. I am a sole trader looking for work in my local and surrounding area.
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Electrical- 28 Mar 2019
Adrian gave an excellent all round service. He turned up when he said he would, on time and gave us some well needed advice. He went over and above to get our job sorted quickly and professionally. His charges are fair and accurate for the work carried out. We highly recommend him as a no nonsense, honest electrician and wouldn’t hesitate to call him out again should we need to. Cheers Ade!