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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Do It All Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small family run business with a very strong reputation and we aim to keep that and to please all our customers. We carry out All Electrical works. No job too big or too small.
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Electrical- 20 Oct 2016
Happy with the service. Punctual, courteous and friendly. Very professional with affordable price. Highly recommended.
Thompson
Rating: 4 out of 5
Enthusiastic, reliable and individual who works hard to achieve his potentials. Adoptable committed and organised. Electrical testing and inspection Eng and electrical installation.
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Prestige Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Steve, I am an electrician, providing services to all residential properties. I offer a friendly service for customers on all projects of all shapes and sizes. The reason why I stand out from the crowd is because I'm highly trustworthy and also flexible.
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Electrical- 12 Jun 2016
CCTV installation at elderly parent's house. Couldn't be happier with the work carried out by Prestige Electrical Services, they were knowledgeable, friendly and took the time to explain to my elderly Mother what they were going to do, and how to use the system once installed. It's always a concern when allowing tradesmen into the home of a pensioner, but I have to say how pleased we are with how respectfully they treated my Mother and how reassured they made her feel. Sensibly priced, fast efficient service and fitted in to our awkward schedule. We would have no hesitation in recommending their services or using them again ourselves. It was a genuine pleasure to do business with them. Richard and Fiona.
Optimum Home Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hello Im freindly and reliable and most important in the current climate trustworthy. I'm a registered electrician with elecsa and pride myself in providing a excellent service. Im fully insured and backed by elecsa's Platinum promise. Please read my previous customers positive feedback and let them speak out for me. Thankyou
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Electrical- 3 Mar 2016
Fabulous. Both great work and people. Looks brilliant. Can't recommend highly enough!
Capital Rewire Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Capital Rewire Limited (NICEIC Registered) is a friendly and professional company providing electrical services in the home, garden or office. All work is certified, and we are fully insured. All work guaranteed. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority.
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Electrical- 31 Jul 2011
Superb job done. Very neat and tidy and all done on time/budget. Will def be using GZB again...
Christies Electrical & Property Maintannce
Rating: 5 out of 5
all types of electrical installation's from single points to full rewires in both domestic, commercial and industrial buildings. We offer a full building maintenance services too. I am an electrician with over 40 for years experience in electrical installations and running my own company I now offer a building service too.
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Very helpful Very good advice given very fair price as well, no messing about arrived when he said he would I would have no hesitation hiring Colin again. top marks to him
Gavin weale electrical services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Friendly, reliable services for all your electrical needs Installation, testing, maintenance, solar PV, air source heat pumps. All work carried out by time served electrician NICEIC approved contractor
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Gavin carried out a kitchen rewire for me, he was very pleasant and professional. All work was completed to a high standard and was reasonably priced. I would definitely use Gavin's services again, I've recommend him to friends.
CB Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
At CB Electrical we are committed to providing excellent customer service all the way from the first enquiry right through to the end of your project. We offer knowledge, experience and precision on every job no matter how big or small.
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Electrical- 10 Jul 2015
Chris was timely and professional. Faced with some product issues he devised solutions and completed the job to a high standard. We will contract again & Highly recommended.
Alan J S Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
10yrs maintenance in commercial 4 years apprenticeship 2394 initial testing and inspection domestic electrical maintenance
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Alan had to take down existing fan lights in living room and bedroom then install 2 new fan lights in living room and bedroom. Alans workmanship was 10 out of 10, he is really good at what he does and was here 10 minutes before his start time.
Ashley Charman Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Reliable, friendly, no hidden costs. 10years experience in all aspects of electrical installations domestic and commercial. Fully insured, Approved Electrician. Registered under the compentant persons scheme and Napit full scope member (Part P) All costs agreed before any works are carried out
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Electrical- 12 May 2015
i can't recommend Ashley enough. If you need a friendly, competent and very fairly priced electrician, Ashley's your man.
South Current Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a small local Electrical company. Qualified to 17th edition, City & Guilds,. We are based in South London and cover surrounding boroughs, we pride our self's on being reliable and efficient. 10 years experience and knowledge, we offer a first class service with competitive rates. Free quotes and advice.
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Electrical- 25 Apr 2016
Fanatastic service from Jordan. Came and quoted on the day i called and then completed the work the same week. Gave us a few options due to the size of the hole and how old the fan was. Will be using his services again for sure.
CAM Group Services Ltd
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
CAM Electrical is a local and reliable family run business based in Kettering and servicing Northamptonshire. We have a combined experience of over 30 years and we specialises in all services from full rewires and electrical testing to minor electrical maintenance works.
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Electrical- 20 Aug 2020
Callum is a very hard worker, polite and does the job in the correct manner. The work he carried out for us was done to a high standard and he was very efficient . Callum left the area in a very tidy condition. I have no hesitation in recommending Callum, I really hope he does well. He really does deserve to succeed. Thank you and well done !!
JMC Renovations LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
A family run, renovations company based in Cheshire. We offer a personal and professional service from start to finish. With years of experience you can be sure that your property is in the safest of hands. All our quotations are free of charge with no obligation.
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Extremely pleased with the job carried out by James. Finished to a high standard, and we would be more than happy to recommend his work. The bathroom that we had for 20 years is now transformed. James is good at accomodating requests, but at the same time giving good advice to help with decision making. Thanks for all your hard work James.
DSK Fire & Safety Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
DSK is a new company set up by two brothers who are looking to hit the ground running! With over 5 years of experience as an electrician, work has consisted of remedial work, domestic electrics, PAT testing. Hard working company, very committed and reasonably priced!
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Simon attended site to change the fuse board in my property. He was very professional. He was punctual, well presented and I cannot fault his workmanship. A very efficient and clean job. I will definitely be using him again in the future.
Matthew Biggs
Rating: 5 out of 5
Expertise as an Electrician, Plumber and Renewable Energy Technologies Engineer with over 12 years experience. Offering all services to Domestic, Non Domestic and Commercial customers for all there essential business and living needs.
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Electrical- 20 Jan 2015
Happy with the work done to install our electric shower. We were kept fully informed throughout what turned out to be a slightly trickier job than expected, and the price and service was good. Thank you!
MH Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Qualified electrician with 11 years of experience including full apprenticeship & 17th edition along with supervisor training for work sites controlled under CDM. Worked on over 150 rewires. Domestic upgrades along with commercial,Industrial experience also work in solar PV. Worked in Oil&Gas in Canada and UAE as well as Holland & Australia. Undertake anything from; Cooker elements, light install and change, socket replacements, Rewiring, Consumer unit changes, Shower Installation,
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Electrical- 26 May 2016
Would definitely and have already recommended Michael. Very happy with the job. Always quick to reply to any questions or queries. Finished rewire with no issues left outstanding. Thanks again.