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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N gribble electrical ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
N.G Electrical Ltd is a vastly growing business which are very reliable and fair priced. We have great knowledge of the industry and some great ideas to help improve your home.
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Electrical- 17 Jan 2017
Excellent job competitive price. Will definitely use again. Just waiting on bank details so I can pay for job
Rochdale Electrical Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
All electrical work carried out over 17 years experience all qualifications gained also qualified tester.
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Electrical- 10 Oct 2016
Really helpful, friendly service and fair price. Great communication at all time, keeping me updated by text about the ordering of parts; then fitted them on a bank holiday! Really nice lads - I would use again: highly recommended.
BJT electrical services
Rating: 5 out of 5
I'm a 17th edition qualified electrician with 22 years experience in the electrical industry. I provide a friendly and punctual service and cover Hertfordshire, Essex, and most areas in London . Fully qualified and insured to carry out all aspects of electrical work .
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Electrical- 20 Apr 2016
Ben has been fantastic. He came round to look at the job and provided some great electrical advice about the job. After accepting the quote we were really pleased that Ben was prompt and tidy during the job. We are very happy with the finished work. I will be recommending BJT to friends.
Sam's Electrical - Female Electrician
Rating: 5 out of 5
Female electrician specialising in domestic electrical work in the north west Always a professional, friendly, clean and tidy approach Over 15 years experience, covering all aspects of jobs domestic, commercial and indusrial. I have a wide variety of knowledge in all sectors within the electrical industry.
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Sam gave a great service, she was quick, helpful and we will be using her in the future without doubt. It can be tricky to find good people who can be trusted - Sam was great with the staff in the office and work was carried out professionally and to a high standard. If you are looking to get electrical jobs done I'd highly recommend her.
Acelux Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We offer a wide range services from a minor works, extensions to a complete refurbishment. We are Electrical Certified Gas Safe Certified Trust Mark Government approved Contractor. Considerate Construction Member A family run business
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Acelux did a brilliant job on our office refurb. We were very happy with the work completed as well as the service. They were able to come out of office hours during the bank holiday weekend, finish on time, and even stopped back in on Tuesday to make sure we were all happy with the works.
Chris
Rating: 4.2 out of 5
CH Electrical Contracting is a fully insured electrical services provider based in Haslemere. With 4 years of experience in the electrical trade, we pride ourselves on reliability and trustworthiness. Our office ensures we're always reachable, giving you peace of mind that we stand by our work from start to finish. Choose CH Electrical Contracting for dependable and professional electrical solutions
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Handyman- 4 Aug 2023
My partner and I were very happy with the work completed - Chris was very thorough with the work he did and did a lot of other odd jobs for us which really helped a lot!! Raph - who came to paint our new doors for us - was also lovely, both of them were really easy to chat to during the time they were here and very reasonable on price! I would 100% hire again and recommend anyone to use - worth it! Thanks so much Chris and Raphael!
HD Electrical Solutions Essex
Rating: 5 out of 5
HD Electrical Solutions are a small family business with over 20 years experience in the electrical industry. We pride ourselves on the attention to detail we provide in all our work carried out. we are a fully insured and an ELECSA approved contractor.
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Electrical- 25 Oct 2016
Darren did all work as quoted + a few extra jobs for the same cost, He had to come back on a different day due to another tradesman doing other work and he did so with no problems, very happy with work carried out, Would (and have) hired to do other work. Would recommend to others.
Mole Valley Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, my name is Simon Smith and I run Mole Valley Electrical Services which is based in Brockham near Dorking. We charge £30/hour and provide free quotations. All work is done to a high level of craftsmanship and will be certified according to current regulations.
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I strongly recommend Simon Smith. The first job I asked him to do was a list of small electrical jobs around the house. He was very helpful in diagnosing the various problems we had and correcting them - fixing all of them and offering lower cost options where he could rather than replacements. I then asked him to convert some downlighters to LED. He produced an estimate of cost and also the savings we could anticipate over time. Simon turns up when he says he will and is professional and very helpful. He made good and cleaned up. I have been very happy with the work.
Hillside Electrical
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Hillside Electrical is a family run business with many years experience in all aspects of electrical work. Our electricians are fully qualified and trained to the highest standards. We offer a bespoke service covering everything from a new socket to a full house rewire. Our prices are very competitive and we always aim to provide the highest standards of workmanship. Our business is built on recommendations from many happy customers and hope to continue to build on our reputation for excellence.
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Electrical- 11 Sep 2018
A nice quick clean job was done to replace the two lights. Very pleased.
Alpha Team
Rating: 4 out of 5
Alpha Electrical Team specialise in providing special electrical services for commercial and domestic clients. We are able to come to you for emergency repairs, one-off maintenance or to carry out regular, contract inspections. We are full trained and qualified electricians and keep all work in line with current electrical regulations Our aim is to provide a professional and reliable service to all of our clients and we pride ourselves in the quality of work undertaken around West Midlands
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Electrical- 5 Sep 2023
Never turn up at arranged time
Powerpoint Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
.JIB APPROVED ELECTRICIAN..Honest and reliable. High standard of work,professional service. Public liability insurance. Cover all typesof installations from just a new lights to full rewire . SPECIALISE IN DOMESTIC REWIRES OVER 2500 completed
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Electrical- 21 Mar 2016
Quick reply, job completed - fuss free, no hassle, would use again.
Sam Kelly Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Sam Kelly, I am an NICEIC registered Electrician that has just began to start working for myself after working with a company for the last 9 years. I aim to provide my customers with a high standard of work for a competitive and affordable price.
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Electrical- 12 Nov 2016
I posted up a job for installing a light fitting and switch in the attic. Sam responded to by job posting promptly and was able to come round very quickly to give me a quote. On the day of the work being carried out he arrived on time and did an excellent job, even going above and beyond by supplying me with a couple of L.E.D lights at no extra cost. He worked hard throughout and seemed a very sound, honest and genuine guy who has an eye for detail and you could tell maintains a high standard of work. The way that Sam worked in terms of pricing was very simple, straightforward and seemed competitive. The overall end result was spot on and I will be keeping hold of Sam's details for potential future jobs.
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.
DC Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
DC Electrical provide electrical services around Bolton and the surrounding Greater Manchester areas. Fully qualified, NICEIC approved contractor with over 9 years experience. We specialize in domestic and commercial installations, full rewires, kitchen & bathroom installations, extensions, office & shop fits. We undertake all aspects of electrical work, from upgrading lights and sockets to full rewires. NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL!
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Electrical- 23 Aug 2016
work carried out efficiently and on time
Gateshead ElectricalLtd
Rating: 4 out of 5
20+ Years experience within domesic,commercial and industrial Installations and maintenance. Qualified to install all types of systems including Solar, EES, ev chargers as well as all repairs and faults. For info and reviews please see https://unit.link/gateshead-electrical-ltd
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Electrical- 9 Nov 2025
Great job , quick response, good good good !!!
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.