Hiring an Electrician

The electrical system in your home is both complicated and potentially hazardous, so it is important to ensure that any work done on the electrical system is carried out by an experienced professional.

Here are a few steps you should consider when hiring an electrician:

• Try to determine exactly what the problem is. Do you need to replace all or part of your electrical system, or do you just need a repair?
• If you are expanding your home, and need to expand your current electrical system, consider your requirements for both now and the future. How many appliances will you need to use simultaneously etc.?
• Compile a list of electricians that would be suitable to carry out the job, and compare the hourly rates and relative experience of each.
• Don't automatically choose the electrician with the lowest quote. It is important to look at their experience, previous jobs, and what previous customers say about them.
• Ensure that your electrician is fully licensed to carry out the work.
• Make sure that your electrician can provide you with a certificate of insurance.