What questions do I ask an electrician?

<div>It’s important to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/ask-electricians-5-questions-hiring.htm">ask an electrician a few questions</a> before you commit to hiring them so you can make an informed decision as a consumer. If you’re getting estimates or considering hiring an electrician, ask them these questions:<ul><li>Are you a full-time electrician?</li><li>Are you bonded, licensed, and insured?</li><li>What level of experience do you have as an electrician?</li><li>Can you please share three references?</li><li>Do you do residential or commercial electrical work?</li><li>What kinds of electrical work are you most familiar with?</li><li>Will any subcontractors be performing the work?</li><li>Are permits and inspections required?</li><li>Who is responsible for obtaining permits and inspections?</li><li>What is your schedule?</li><li>Do you offer a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Will you sign a do-not-exceed clause to keep the job within the budget?</li></ul></div>

Do you get quotes from electricians?

<div>Yes, you should get a quote or an estimate from an electrician. Most electricians offer free estimates or quotes. When getting quotes, do your research and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-verify-electricians-license.htm">verify each electrician’s license</a>. Get quotes from three different electricians to compare. If the prices or items listed appear different on the quotes, ask the electrician to clarify. Learning as much as you can about the electrical work you want done will help you get the most accurate estimate. </div>

Should electricians be certified or licensed?

<div>Yes, although there are <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/different-types-electricians-explained.htm">different types of electricians</a>, they must be licensed, certified, and in most cases insured. States have different requirements for electrician licensing and certifications. In some cases, there may be licensing requirements at the local level, but not the state level. It’s always a good practice to confirm requirements with your local municipality. If licensing is not required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed electrician with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

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Last update on August 08, 2025

Reviewed in July 2020
It was the most professional business I have ever experienced. The workmanship was extremely precise and the entire electrical job was done to perfection. I would not use any other business for electrical work other than Price electrical.
Price Electric
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Reviewed in November 2024
I had my kitchen remodel and Anthony was on time professional and did what he said he was going to get done. What stood out was the electrician he came he gave us ideas on where to put outlets and switches and I would hire them both again.
Mcquality Homes
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Reviewed in January 2023
"I have had the pleasure of working with Jamison Electric for the past 2+ years and I can confidently say that they have been a fantastic partner for our top-ranked solar installation company. They have consistently exceeded our expectations by completing all electrical-related jobs in a timely...
Jameson Electric LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
He showed up exactly when he said he would and went straight to work, turned out great with no issues
Schaefer Electric
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Reviewed in March 2021
Called Lollar Electric late Monday afternoon and spoke with Larry who quickly identified our electrical problem on the phone and came up with a permanent solution and provided a reasonable quote for their service. David from Lollar Electric came out first thing in the morning and came prepared...
Kevin Lollar Electric LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
Sean and his team did a great job!! I am very happy with the results. He installed lighting, electrical outlets and ran the electric lines (in conduit) so that they flowed with the building and did not look like late additions.
Home Run Electric
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Reviewed in December 2015
The installer showed up right on time. Went over what was to be done and got right into it. No problems at all. He made sure the remote worked properly and cleaned up and he was done. I would use Elan Electric again on any electrical projects.
Elan Electric Inc
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