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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Mg Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi there, I believe in not allowing completing any work to a standard that I would not have in my own house. Timekeeping is a must and customers are kept informed at all times should there be an issue out of my control.
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Install new boiler supply and thermostat. Rework outhouse electrics. Testing of 2 fuse boards. Repair light fitting. Install 2 new led flood light Mark is very reliability always on time, never has let me done. He is very trustworthy can leave him to get on with the job in hand to a very high standard. He is very neat. Very polite to all the customers. Can highly recommend him Chris.
Silver
Rating: 5 out of 5
Electrical Installation, Maintenance, CCTV installation and maintenance and Entry phone system.
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Electrical- 10 Nov 2016
the job was excellent and thank you very much again.
Straight Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small business with big experience within the electrical industry. We have many years of experience working within the industry. We do our very best to make sure that we cover all of your electrical needs. All jobs will be done according to the 17th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations BS 7671 .
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Electrical- 25 May 2016
Accurate quote, punctual, knowledgable and super efficient/straight to the point - highly recommended! I could only hope there are more professionals like him in the market. Excellent service - will definitely use them again for the ongoing refurb! Thank you.
NDP electrical solutions
Rating: 5 out of 5
With years of experience of carrying out electrical installation, repair and maintenance, we offer design, installation and testing of domestic, industrial and commercial work across the South West and West Midlands, all types of work undertaken. We are registered with the NAPIT Installer Scheme. This means that we are the requirement of Part P of the building regulations.
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Excellent communication from start to finish. Completed the work as quoted, reliable, punctual and very friendly. We were so pleased with the first job we asked Nick to come back at short notice for another job which he did. Will definitely be using Nick again in the near future. If you need a local electrician contact Nick Portlock. Really pleased we hired him in the first place.
Emelec Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Local electrician covering Wirral, Chester & Liverpool, 20 years experience working in domestic and commercial properties. Free no obligation quotations provided, no pushy sales. Fully time served City & Guilds Qualified. Friendly and reliable service provided.
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Electrical- 10 Feb 2016
I contacted Ian concerning a electrical report that I needed for a house purchase. Ian liaised with the estate agents and arranged everything from time and date so I didn't have to be the middle man. I found Ian punctual in his work and very helpful on giving advice and honest when is came to cost of the job when he said he'd only charged me for what he could access on the day of inspection. I would not hesitate to recommending Ian again
GAS AND ELEC SERVICES LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, I'm Ian. I am a fully qualified electrician and am registered with NICEIC as an approved contractor and am also Part P registered with the NICEIC scheme. I provide all the correct certification and documents on completion of electrical works. I have over 15 years experience in the electrical trade and pride myself on delivering a fast and reliable service at competitive rate. I strive to achieve 100% customer satisfaction.
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Electrical- 9 Sep 2016
Ian is a really nice guy, also very flexible around our working commitments and he did a great job. Very satisfied and would definitely use again. Chris McA
Emsworth Electrical Installations LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small electrical company from Emsworth that cover all types of electrical works from Domestic installations through to Industrial electrics. We take on all electrical work and have pride and passion in our work. We are fully insured and registered as NICEIC Approved Contractors. All our work complies with BS7671 and is guaranteed for a year.
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We first met EEL Ltd though a recommendation. We were highly impressed with the work and safety onsite. They are very clean and tidy. We now use them on all our projects, they are a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them.
ECF Installations Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
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Electrical- 14 Oct 2017
Warren did a great job of installing the electrical circuits for our kitchen refurbishment. He was very professional and flexible, as we were working with a number of different trades. His quotation was accurate and he provided the necessary documents on completion. I would not hesitate to recommend him in future.
Mines Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are NICEIC Approved Contractors who have a strong emphasis on safety, quality, service and value. All of our installs are certified and insured and are backed by NICEIC's 6 year platinum promise. Our electricians are fully qualified, uniformed and have sign written vans.
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Electrical- 6 May 2016
Brendan did a great job. Really helpful and professional. Very prompt with quotes, certificate and receipt. Couldn't ask for more and would certainly use again and recommend.
a d thompson electrical services
Rating: 5 out of 5
From rewires to extra points, kitchens and bathrooms or anything domestic to light commercial. I've had 24 years of industry experience from industrial electrical to lightning protection
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Electrical- 14 Aug 2015
Excellent service from Adam! He was punctual, friendly and did a thorough and fantastic job. I recommend him highly and would happily hire him again for future jobs.
Connect electrical
Rating: 4 out of 5
NICIEC APPROVED & Fully qualified electrician 26 years, competent in all aspects of electrical work domestic commercial and industrial this includes working in houses , schools, hospitals, office blocks, factory you can be sure your electrical work is in good hands with a wealth of experience
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Electrical- 29 Nov 2024
Excellent job. Arrived on time
DTR Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
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Electrical- 24 Apr 2017
Very pleased with the work, David was very friendly and offered advise on things I hadn't thought of. Very neat and tidy job. Would recommend.
Marshe Electrical Limited
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Marshe Electrical was established in 2012 providing electrical services to domestic and small commercial customers. We are a family based company priding ourselves on delivering a friendly, honest and professional service. Registered with NICEIC as an Approved Contractor membership 612015 I started in the industry in 1983 and hold current 17th edition and 2391 City and Guild qualifications. We a offer full range of electrical services.
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Electrical- 5 Oct 2018
Mark did a fantastic job. He was professional, very helpful, he explained everything to me which I really appreciated, and did a neat, tidy job extending both electricity and internet 35 metres down my garden to the summerhouse, as well as installing two lights. Everything was done properly, in good time, and at a really good price. Highly recommend and will definitely use again.
Anna Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
Anna Electrics was set up by myself early in 2016. I have previously been working as an electrician for 3 years prior to this. Before this I had been working as a Physics teacher and had always dreamed of being an electrician! My experience is mostly with domestic electrical work and this is what love to do.
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Anna has completely re-wired several basements for us. She has always carried out a very professional job, working well with both us and our clients. she has always been reliable, efficient and friendly. Her prices are very competitive. Anna has also provided our clients with electrical certificates when required. We will be using Anna in our future projects and we will continue to recommend her to our clients.
Power plus electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have enjoyed working as a self employed electrician for over 15 years and have seen all types of wiring! I do work for several large home improvement companies (B&Q, homebase, etc) wiring led lights, sockets, and cooker points.I have also done complete house rewires and testing. I can provide estimates over the phone as I work from menu price list for most jobs.
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Electrical- 15 Dec 2016
Fantastic service,William arrived to install a new socket, when he said he would. His cost for doing this was very reasonable. I would have no hesitation in using this service again.
PT electrical
Rating: 3.9 out of 5
I am a qualified electrician registered with ELECSA to undertake all domestic electrical works from fault finding to full rewrires. I also carry out works in other trades as you can see from my latest kitchen project
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Electrical- 24 Dec 2025
Excellent Work from Phil from PT Electrical. Arrived on time and completed a comprehensive ECIR inspection and report. Highly recommended.