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 April 2021
It went great. My house needed a lot of electrical work and it was done quickly and thoroughly. Ralph is an electrical expert and I would absolutely recommend RCurran electric for the best top quality electrical work. 10/10 from me.
R.curran electric
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Reviewed in January 2024
Chris was able to resolved the issues we had with our breaker panel and outlets. I will be using KDB Electric again for all of our electrical needs and have them as our go-to electrician for all future electrical improvements! Thank you Chris. Thank you KDB Electric!
KDB Electric
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Reviewed in October 2024
I hired advanced electrical llc To perform some electrical work at my new residence Upgrade service to 200 amps And wire kitchen with 1 full bathroom Don’t look anywhere else for an electrical company This guys are professional and get the job done in a timely manner Thank you
Advanced Electrical LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
When my new home was built, Victory Electric managed all the electric in my home. It has now been 7 years. His team was always prepared, timely and his workmanship first class. This summer I once again hired Victory Electric to bring electric to my beautiful 16'x 20' She Shed. The estimate given...
Victory Electrical Services
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Reviewed in October 2024
Robin is a true professional. The project was delivered on time and on budget, and she kept us informed along the way. I would recommend G S Electric for any electrical project you have.
Sisters Integrated Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
Infinity Electric did not disappoint when it came to their services. They were efficient and did high quality work. I recommend them for anyone looking for any type of electrical work. Thank you for the upgrade and electric car charger.
Infinity Electric
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Reviewed in September 2024
4th Generation Electric did some electrical work at my place everything came out great very professional from start to finish highly recommend
4th Generation Electric, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2025
He showed up on time, finished the job and was pleasantly surprised that his cost was far lower than his competitors. I would strongly recommend this company.
Bash electrical
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Reviewed in February 2025
Julio submitted correct estimate and completed Job on Time . Passed Inspection and was very professional .
Julio A Lopez Electrician
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