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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CarpencoM LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Fully qualified, NICEIC registered electrical contractor with a substantial experience in trade (about 7 years) build up on various building sites around the London, like: old Highbury stadium development, Marks & Spencer St. Albans, Kings College of London.
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He changed a consumer unit for me, I was quite happy. He did what he had to do with no problems. Mark just came and did the work. I can give him a good references! The price was reasonable too.
TurnOnElectrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
All electrical and home maintenance work undertaken
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Electrical- 13 Apr 2018
Explained everything to me, what he was doing and what can cause the problem. Very professional and at a very good price. I would recommend Mark to others who want a quote or work done on their electrics
SkyEnergy Installations Ltd
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
SE electrical services provide a full range of affordable electrical services ranging from changing a socket to installing the latest technologies. SE Electrical Services are Napit and Part P certified. All works are carried out and tested to BS7671 standards and 17th edition.
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Electrical- 4 Oct 2018
Very pleased. Quick to arrive, friendly, pleasant to deal with and the quality of the work was first class and very neat and tidily done. In addition the Work came in at the estimate quoted. Would be more than happy to use this company again, in fact I am already planning the next job for them .
GAF Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I am fully qualified electrician with 30 years experience, mainly in domestic installations and repairs.
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Electrical- 11 Jun 2017
Graham came out the same day the job was posted. Switch was fitted very quickly and efficiently at a great price. Excellent job and I would recommend this tradesman.
A.J Waghorn Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Qualified Electrician with 10+ Years experience. Experience in Residential, Commercial and Industrial projects. Single and 3-phase experience ranging from fault finding to complete installations.
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Electrical- 19 Aug 2019
Good quality work and reasonable cost
Canon Electrical Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
NICEIC (full scope) Part P registered electrician (D606889). Vastly experienced within the domestic, commercial and industrial sector, providing a wide range of electrical services from new installs, full or part re-wires, testing and inspection, landlord certificates, repair and maintenance. Happy to provide advice and quotations
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Electrical- 22 Feb 2016
Attended promptly and happy to deal directly with the tenants to arrange a time. Job done promptly and at a good price. Will use again. Thanks
Pontypridd tech apps
Rating: 5 out of 5
Pontypridd Electrics is a government registered company which has been established since 2014, working in domestic and commercial properties. We are registered with Part P approval scheme NAPIT, this means we can self certify and sign off our own work. We have built a strong reputation based on quality workmanship, professionalism, and most importantly - CUSTOMER SATISFACTION.You can be confident that you are in expert hands.
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Electrical- 27 Nov 2017
Mark assisted us with a claim under our customer's home care plan. Mark was prompt, efficient, professional and kept us informed.
Warwick Complete Electrics ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a fully qualified and accredited (napit) electrician company. With state of the art equipment and tools to provide you with all your electrical needs. From full re wires to changing a light fitting no job is to big or small.We also provide all relevant certification.
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Electrical- 15 May 2018
Great service, efficient and professional.
YES ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
We are Electrical Re-Wire Specialists and NICEIC Approved Contractors covering East London. Yes Electrical Contractors have been established for over 10 years and during that time have built an excellent reputation in and around the East London areas for providing high quality domestic and commercial electrical rewires. We provide highly professional services for all kind of electrical jobs.
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Electrical- 2 Oct 2018
Muhammad provided a great price, arrived on time, got on with things quietly and did a fantastic job. Couldn't ask for a better electrician. Will be using Muhammad again!
DW Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrician 20+ years experience in domestic to industrial work and fire and security alarms
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Electrical- 20 Aug 2018
very good electrician found the fault and was done in under an hour at a reasonable price
Lighthaus Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
At Lighthaus Electrical we carry out all types of electrical work covering a broad range of areas from domestic, commercial and Industrial. I’ve been working as an electrician for the past 15 years so have good experience to deal with any problems that may arise.
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Electrical- 21 Jun 2018
Very professional, accurate, punctual and knowledgable electrician. Very satisfied with his work, would be confident to recommend him to my friends and colleges. It was difficult problem to identify and repair, but Jamie had resolved it professionally within few hours.
Elda Electrical Services Ltd
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
I am a approved electrician looking to get domestic electrical work carrying out electrical test and inspections and all other electrical install. We carry out maintenance on domestic, commercial and industrial properties. I have my own van looking to expand around the east London, Essex postcodes.
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Electrical- 11 Oct 2015
what I thought was a simple job turned out to be quite complicated however Gareth did a fantastic job in solving all the issues, he worked the extra the mile to get the finish i wanted. Fantastic work, really happy with outcome and very reasonable rates. I would definitely use him again.
The Art of Smart
Rating: 5 out of 5
Art of Smart are electricians with a passion for smart home technology. Our engineers are trained to high standards both by CEDIA and specialist manufacturer training. We are also Control4 dealers and able to provide fantastic smart home solutions. We always leave jobs clean and engineers will always use dust sheets and over shoes whilst in your home or business. We endeavour to provide the best solution and try and provide a cost effective way of producing the highest quality job.
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Electrical- 17 May 2018
Richard visited me a few times until the job was complete and was very helpful. Turned up each time that was arranged and let me know if he was running late. I highly recommend Art Of Smart.
Elsys Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Quality electrical electrical services, house rewire, fault finding, electrical repairs, fuse box replacement, electrical testing and inspection. We have been rated by our customers to be "professional in approach, reliable and very reasonably priced" and also that our "work is to a high standard".
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Electrical- 19 Sep 2016
Excellent job would have no hesitation in using Ivan again
Age Contracts Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Age Contracts are a NICEIC Approved Contractor with over 20 years of experience as qualified Electricians. Covering Central Scotland we carry out all types of domestic and commercial Electrical works.
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Electrical- 30 Jul 2018
First CLASS job done very quickly and does excatly what it says on the tin .LOOKED no further for a 1st class job.
Stu Flo Electrical
Rating: 4.9 out of 5
Time served SJIB electrician with 14 years of experience. Domestically, I have installed all electrical systems such as lighting & sockets to consumer unit changeovers, meeting the criteria for 17th edition standards. Carried out inspection & testing of properties, EICR & PAT test documentation provided. Also worked for insurance companies, specialising in emergency fault finding and rectification, leading to quick solutions for customers. Willig to take on any job. Thanks for reading
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Electrical- 24 Sep 2018
great job well experienced on time good price