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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CW Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
CW Electrical is a electrical contracting business with time served experienced, fully qualified electricians. No work is to small or too large for CW Electrical.
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Electrical- 16 Oct 2017
Craig completed the installation on schedule and without any fuss. All done in a very tidy manner taking time to explain how the new thermostat works. Highly recommend Craig - will definitely consider Craig for future projects.
P&Z
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Hello I would like to encourage potential clients to entrust me to perform services because it is a credible one person I trust always try to give reasonable prices always start and end
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Kitchen Fitting- 13 Nov 2015
Pawel had a agreement to fit my kitchen for a set price. He started of with no issues but once half way through the job he realised it took longer than anticipated. Therefore he tried to add additional cost after he insisted at the beginning everything was included in the agreed price. (It's my decision to give a tip once the job is complete). I'm not going to say he did a bad job but please be aware that if you use him that everything is clear from the beginning and do not pay him in full until the job is complete. Pawel also promised to finish my kitchen for a agreed price. However things are still not finished and we have a few outstanding snags. He has been paid in full and I can not get in touch with him. I understand people are busy but to not reply or return my calls is very disappointing. I am also left with a unfinished kitchen.
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.
The Big Green Electrical Company Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to my page. I am a fully qualified electrician with 8 years of experience. I have a full public liability insurance plus carry the NICEIC Approved contractors two-year good workmanship guarantee. I can certify all necessary work ensuring a professional, reliable and affordable service that I would expect in my own home. My experience has been in domestic and commercial properties, which includes anything from fault finding repair work to complete house rewires. We are here to help.
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Electrical- 26 Nov 2018
Dan was absolutely excellent. He responded quickly to my request and his work was of an excellent standard. He was flexible and incredibly helpful. I highly recommend Dan.
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
Luna Electrics
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Luna Electrics is a relatively new company with many more years experience in domestic and commercial installations. We approach every job with an open mind to getting the best possible results. Teamed together with lighting designers and state of the art accessories we will deliver beyond your expectations.
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Electrical- 29 Nov 2020
On the certificate claims to have bonded the gas, not evident, been picked up on recent replacement of gas meter and hob. Need to pay to have this done now. Pc screen scratched and keyboard full of plaster, both no longer any good. floors not relayed properly, first house they’d done that was occupied (we moved out for a week and removed, covered etc what was asked of us) never told us that they’d not don’t occupied house before, carpets need replacing as not relaid to any kind of standard and as for plastering to make good following rewire, nowhere near good. Waited over 4 weeks for electrical certificate, apparently was in my spam, erm no, was never sent
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.
GCW Electrical Services
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Electrical installation and maintenance
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Electrical- 2 Jun 2021
Garry arrived promptly, was polite and friendly, and the job was completed quickly and efficiently, what's more at a good price.
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.
P&P Electrical Team
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
I'm an electrician with 15years experience working both on domestic and commercial sites. I pride myself on being very detailed and professional. I always finish a job at the highest standards.
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Electrical- 11 Oct 2018
Piotr responded quickly and came very punctually. He quickly diagnosed the problems and offered to fix them there and then. This he did efficiently and in a most professional manner without any fuss or mess . He worked quickly and neatly and obviously is very knowledgeable of the risks and regulations of his profession. I would certainly recommend him.
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.
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
PDP Services Ltd
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
If you need an Electrician, Plumber, Gas Safe Engineer, Solar PV installer or Renewable energy expert, PDP Services can help. With over 20 years of experience in domestic and commercial installations, PDP has grown steadily into a company with an excellent reputation. PDP is fully insured and all of our engineers are Enhanced DBS Checked. PDP is an NICEIC Approved Contractor, NICEIC Domestic Installer, Gas Safe Registered and an MCS Certified Installer.
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Electrical- 3 Jun 2020
Brilliant job well done
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 .