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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Reviewed in November 2024
I have had All Electric out to my place for all of my electrical and household needs. He is amazing.
All Electric
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Reviewed in March 2025
Woodward Electric added a circuit to my electrical panel and installed charger for an EV. The work was done quickly and professionally. Will likely hire them again.
Woodward Electric
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Reviewed in December 2024
If you're ever in need of electrical work, I highly recommend contacting Empire Electric Co. They handled all the lighting for my patio and installed a car charger for my new Tesla. These guys really know their stuff! I'd definitely hire them again for any future electrical projects.
Empire Electric Co
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Reviewed in February 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Service and Professionalism! I recently hired Volton Power Electric for an electrical project, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with their service! The team was professional, knowledgeable, and punctual. They took the time to explain the process, provided a fair estimate, and...
VOLTON POWER ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in May 2024
I have used Mattiace Electric several times and they were great! Arrived on time, rates were fair & they found and fixed my electrical problems. I highly recommend Mattiace Electric.
Mattiace Electric
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Reviewed in June 2025
Eddie did a great job from start to finish installing my new upgraded electrical panel and the price was right. I was very pleased with the service. I highly recommend for all your electrical needs.
Alset Electric
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Reviewed in May 2025
Zero Electric really came through for me. James is professional, knowledgeable, and competent as is the rest of his crew. I trust and would definitely use Zero Electric again in the future.
ZERO ELECTRIC
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