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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Q: What questions do I ask an electrician?

<div>It&rsquo;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&rsquo;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>

Q: What is the hourly rate electricians typically charge?

<div>Qualified, licensed electricians will charge from $50 to $100 per hour. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-hire-electrician.htm">cost to hire an electrician</a> for emergency visits may range from $100 to $200 per hour because this urgent service usually takes place during off hours and may require an electrician to leave or reschedule jobs they&rsquo;re currently working on. Scheduling work on holidays or during periods of high customer demand, like after a major storm, will also lead to higher rates or extra fees.</div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
We had series of electrical jobs for our home, such as socket repairs, chandelier, and floodlight installation and I would say Daniel from Morano Electric did an efficient and great job. Jesse is our point of contact and accommodated our needs as per scope of works. We highly recommend Morano...
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Reviewed in June 2025
We have used Shamrock Electric Electric a few times over the last 5 years…. Wiring a new electric oven that replaced a gas oven…. Fixing our high hat in our kitchen… and replacing an outdoor light motion detector … each time Mike did excellent work….Always fair pricing.. We highly...
Shamrock Electric Co Inc
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Reviewed in December 2024
It went very well and very smooth. Would definitely hire JV electric for anything I need done electrically no doubt!!
JV Electric
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Reviewed in September 2017
It was not an electrical problem- it was a malfunctioning water heater and with May Electric assessment we were able to get the problem resolved! Thank you May Electric!
May Electric
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Reviewed in March 2012
The electric wires that feed the house were torn down by a falling tree during a storm. The electric utility had to re-attach the wires to the house, but they don't feed the wires back into the meter box. I called Breit Electric to perform that job, and I had power to the electric panel...
BREIT ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in June 2015
Paps Electric determined what the issues where and explained to us the various options available to rewire the connections, repair the fixtures and replace damaged components. Paps Electric was attentive, professional and efficient. The light fixture and the electric outlet are working. I would...
Paps Electric LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
My overall experience using Harvard Electric was excellent. I feel confident recommending Harvard Electric and will absolutely call them for all my electrical needs.
Harvard Electric Contracting
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Reviewed in July 2025
The friendly team at All County Electrical did a fantastic job. Knowledgeable, affordable and professional, they replaced 4 light fixtures in a timely manner…and things couldn’t be brighter! They’ll definitely be my 1st call for future projects.
All County Electric LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Aiden is the best electrician I ever met. He is very professional, polite and brings responsibility to his work. If anything I will work with him again in the future.
Fischmann Electric
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