For most jobs finding a reliable electrician can take a little preparation and a few simple questions.

Check Their Registration Scheme

Many electricians are registered with schemes such as NICEIC or NAPIT. We explain here what the NAPIT registration scheme means for homeowners and why you should look for electricians registered with schemes like these.

Ask for an Itemised Written Quote

Don’t accept a verbal quote for electrical work. Ask for a written quote that clearly lists the price for parts and labour as well as any call-out charge and then make sure there are no hidden extras when the bill is run up. You should also be able to refer back to the quote if there is any disagreement.

Confirm Who Handles Building Regulations

There are parts of an electrician’s job that require them to notify the local authority that work has been done under the Building Regulations. For example if they install a new consumer unit they would notify the local authority that this work has been done and this would be recorded on the Electrical Installation Certificate. The electrician can usually self-certify this type of work.

Ask About Public Liability Insurance

Will they have Public Liability Insurance cover whilst undertaking work in your home? It is essential to check that any electrical work undertaken in your home is covered by Public Liability Insurance in case of any accidental damage.

Request an Electrical Installation Certificate

An Electrical Installation Certificate will be given to you on completion of any qualifying work, keep this safe as you will require this when you sell your home in the future.

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A few simple questions before you let them in to start work will give you confidence in their abilities to complete the work to the required standards.