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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MLC Electrics
Rating: 5 out of 5
MLC Electrics undertake all aspects of domestic installation work. I personally have been in the trade for over 10 years and provide a professional, quality and affordable service. Part P and NICEIC registered. Honest reliable electrician, from a broken socket to a full rewire no jobs too small or too big.
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Being someone who knows absolutely nothing about electric's, I thought it was important I found someone who was patient and good at his job, with MLC electrics I got that and more, Mr cox took time to talk me through every step of each part of the work he was about to do and showing it to me when it was finished. His advice was really spot on with each of the stages, highlighting the importance of safety which I thought was really professional. He tided up all his mess has he was going along which shows he prides himself on cleanliness, which i imagine can be hard in his line of work. His timing were always precise when returning back to work but more importantly nothing was to much trouble even when adding a few extras here and there making my house run and look even better than it did. I'm very glad to have given Mr Cox and MLC electrics a try and I would highly recommend them to anyone out there. They will be my first port of call when needed in the future.
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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Bayley Building
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been in the trade for 11 years, and started my own company 3 years ago. I have qualifications in electrical, plumbing and carpentry. I cover anything and everything from small maintenance issues (lights not working, dripping taps, replacement locks) through to complete refurbishments.
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Electrical- 13 Nov 2016
Lee is an absolute professional and a nice guy to meet. He very quickly answered my call for help. After talking about the job, he was able to price it and we arrange a time/date. Lee turned up when he said he would, completed the job in a very professional manner and kept the place clean and tidy. We have been really impressed with Lee today and would definitely use him again and would recommend him to others. Thanks Lee.
TAN complete electrical and communications
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a local firm who pride ourselves on great service at a fair price, we are able to provide a broad range of electrical works, both large scope and smaller scale as required.
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Electrical- 21 Aug 2014
James has renewed all the sockets and light fittings and fitted a new consumer unit at our rental property. He arrived promptly and done a great job. James is easy to get along with and discuss requirements with. Will be using James in the future for our electrical work.
Howlands Electrical
Rating: 5 out of 5
Howlands Electrical based in Marden Kent cover all areas of electrical installation and inspection & testing. Domestic, Industrial & Commercial work covered and no job too small.
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Jonathan did a consumer unit change for me and also fitted 10 awkward to fit sockets in my lounge. It was 100%. He did an excellent job. We have not had any problems since. He was very professional, arrived on time, kept me updated by phone as I was away, very trustworthy. The price was pretty good. I am pleased with the work done, would use him again and would certainly recommend him.
OES (5 Counties) ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Professional electrician for domestic, commercial and industrial installations and repairs. Extensive electrical knowledge spanning the last 17 years to degree level. Previous Sea Harrier & Search and Rescue electrical engineer with the Royal Navy. Trained to 17th edition wiring regs. (amend 2015) Fully insured and work guaranteed. NICEIC Domestic Installer (Enrolment Number D606508)
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Excellent job done. Obviously highly qualified and knows his trade well. Carl thought through the problem and took the least effusive option to achieve best result. Left whole area clean and tidy. I would not hesitate in recommending him. I will certainly use him again.
Kalsi Builders
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
This has been a family run business over 20 years , with my father being the director of the company and leading all the jobs , we now also specialized in painting and decorating, flooring from laminated to wood to tile flooring , we also cover general DIY and building work.We want expand our experience through My Builder.com ..
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Painting & Decorating- 6 Oct 2018
Harms decorated my daughter's bedroom with marvel comics wallpaper they done a superior job the room looks fantastic she's so happy. Great job guys
LJT Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi, My names Lee, I am a qualified electrician & we also specialise in security system installations. I am a registered business with an electrical safety organisation and get anually assessed on my work competence to make sure I meet current regulations. Look through my pictures to see the quality of work we work to. I give 110% on my jobs, no cutting corners I like to know when I leave your house I've done a good job well done 😊
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Part of our garage has been converted into an office and we asked Lee to do the extra lighting and sockets needed. He also installed 2 outside lights for us. I was really pleased with the standard of his work. He gave me advice on what was possible, and what wasn't. He was very professional, courteous and seemed to know his trade very well. I would definitely use him again. I have recommended him to family and friends.
Capital Electrical Contractor ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
Our reliable team can handle job of any size; confident in completing projects on time, working closely with general contractors and other subcontractors and making sure that all paperwork is submitted in a timely manner. We specialise in all types of industrial and residential projects.
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I have employed CEC as my preferred Electrical contractor since we commenced trading and for a number of years in my previous employment. They have always been reliable producing quality work at reasonable rates. They have been adept at adapting to the different types of works I have done, whether it is high specification, social housing or School works always offering good value for money. They have superb technical knowledge of their trade and have always been able to offer advice, benefiting us and our clients. They have always gone out of their way to assist us in completing works which often requires them to be on site at short notice.
A&M Sparks, Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
A&M Sparks, Electrical Services are electricians that provide high quality electrical services throughout London. We are dedicated to completing your project with quality results. We are registered with the National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers, also known as NAPIT, a government authorised registration body which makes sure all the work we do is certified and complies to the UK building regulations and that it meets the correct standards.
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Various jobs including installing plugs for Ice cream machines, converters, restaurant lights and various work. Very professional. Very reliable and always, always, answer the phone.
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.
Zentech
Rating: 5 out of 5
I have been working in the electrical industry for over 16 years and within this time have worked on a wide range of projects from large contracts from the Royal London and St Bartholomew's hospital to full house rewires or just replacement sockets. No job is considered too large or too small and all our work is fully insured up to £2,000,000. I pride myself on providing quality work, keeping a clean and tidy work area and excellent customer satisfaction.
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Electrical- 13 Oct 2016
Excellent standard of work. Would definitely recommend and have already booked him in to do additional work.
Waterworths electrics
Rating: 4 out of 5
Hi, my name is Lewis, I'm an electrician and I believe I can help with all your domestic electrical house hold needs, whether that's outdoor lighting, garden power (outdoor sockets for garden appliances and power for sheds/summer houses), full house rewires/partial rewires, data and co-ax all the way down to the smaller jobs such as sockets switches and light replacements, sockets and light additions. I also provide fault finding in the event you find yourself with loss of power to the whole house or parts of the house.
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Electrical- 25 Oct 2024
Job completed on time at the right price. Will use again
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.
SANDFORD ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Rating: 5 out of 5
AFFORDABLE AND PROFESSIONAL
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He did an excellent job, and the price was good too. Installed plugs sockets in our kitchen, clean and tidy work.
Mr dads property maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
At Mr dads we stride to achieve at the first opportunity. We are registered with niciec, gas safe and trustmark meaning we are always up to date with current regulations. A job done by mr dads is a job done right!
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Excellent job. Very pleased. One experienced Tradesman, one willing Apprentice and one knowledgeable Boss - who knew what he was doing and tailored it to what I wanted. Good communication throughout and all at a reasonable price. Thank you.