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Five things to look for when choosing an electrician
Electrical work needs the right skills. Make your own checks before booking, and use a registered electrician for installation or repair work.
Registration and relevant experience.
Check that the electrician is registered, and ask whether they regularly do the work you need. Verify their details using Electrical Safety First’s search. Ask what inspection, testing and certification will be provided.
Reviews and recommendations.
Ask neighbours and read recent reviews across more than one source. Look for patterns in reliability, workmanship and how problems are handled.
A clear written quote.
Check what’s included, including labour, parts, VAT if applicable and call-out charges. Ask whether it’s a fixed quote or an estimate, and request agreement before extra costs are incurred. For emergencies, check out-of-hours rates first.
Insurance and guarantees.
Ask about public liability insurance and what it covers. Find out what guarantees apply to workmanship and parts, and get the details in writing where possible.
Communication and arrangements.
Check when they can attend, how long the work may take, payment arrangements and whether old fittings will be removed. Be cautious if someone pressures you or won’t explain their charges.