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 do electricians charge per hour?

<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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Last update on March 27, 2025

Reviewed in August 2024
Bybee Electrical I would call anytime In the future if I needed electrical work. I would give the company 5 stars.
Bybee Electric Services
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Reviewed in August 2017
I am very satisfied with the electrical work provided by Electric Connection. They are knowledgeable, friendly and flexible with their schedule. I would definitely recommend them for any electrical work that needs to be done.
Electric Connection
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Reviewed in December 2014
We really enjoyed having Charles Young Electric do several electrical jobs for us. Very personable. Good Job! Charles Young Electric!
Charles Young Electric
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Reviewed in February 2025
Great they also found issues that PG&E overlooked with their transformer and saved multiple homes on my grid from complete failure became a major issue that PG&E needed to address all because they went above and beyond for me. Thank you so much for all that you did and as much as I hope I never...
Towers EC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Able Electric saved the day! A quick phone call and someone arrived within hours. Prompt, courteous, and phenomenal customer service! I would highly recommend Able Electric for all your electrical needs! Able Electric is licensed and provides quality workmanship!
Able Electric
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Reviewed in March 2025
Fabian is so great. He was super professional, early to the appointment, had everything we needed, and even anticipated an issue that he was prepared for. Greatly appreciate his excellent work!
Light Way Electric
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Reviewed in February 2025
Fantastic, the Solir Electric team is professionalism at its finest. Great communication, reliable scheduling, quality work that they stand by. I couldn’t be happier.
Solir Electric
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Reviewed in February 2025
Thaddaeus was very communicative, punctual and resourceful. I would have never been able to figure out what was wrong by myself, would hire again!
Thaddaeus Electrical
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