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 January 2025
It went excellent. I moved to Venice recently and wanted some electrical work done and I didn't know what to expect. The price to do the job was very reasonable and the quality of the job was also very well done. Scioletti Electric is my electric company going on forward. I highly recommend.
Scioletti Electric Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2017
For the most recent activity, Lee personnel performed an electrical inspection and installed a whole house surge protector in each of 2 electrical panels. They also trouble shot an electrical issue I was having with a ceiling fan/light.
Lee Company
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Reviewed in March 2014
Absolute Electric did an excellent job on all contracted electrical tasks. Polite and professional manner, neat and tidy work ethic, knowledgeable information that helped me plan additional electrical projects. In the near future, I will be contacting Absolute Electric for more electrical work.
Absolute Electric of Tampa Bay Inc
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Reviewed in March 2020
Courtesy Electric re-wired our large 1940's house to bring it up to current codes, and we could not be more satisfied with their work. After experience very shoddy work by two other electric companies, I found Courtesy Electric and I will never hire any other company, but Courtesy Electric. They...
COURTESY ELECTRIC INC.
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Reviewed in July 2015
checked GFI & electrical panel to determine problem. Probable electrical surge destroyed GFI. Replaced GFI.
Bolt Electric
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Reviewed in May 2022
ATN Electrical has done multiple electrical jobs for me over the last few years. They are professional and knowledgeable. I know I can always trust them to take care of whatever electrical needs I have. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done.
ATN Electrical LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
Professional electric contractor who did exceptional job. I can surly recommend Nathaniel with Small Job Electric.
Small Jobs Electric
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Reviewed in November 2020
AWESOME! Came out today and fixed electrical issue with plug that they installed and charged nothing. I highly recommend! I will not use another electric company other than 24/7 Electric!
24/7 Electric LLC
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Reviewed in November 2004
I FEEL VERY CONFIDENT EVERYTIME THEY DO ANYTHING RE MY ELECTRIC. THEY WERE VERY REASONABLE, THOROUGH, AND NEAT. I WOULD NEVER USE ANYONE BUT AAA CERT. ELECTRIC FOR MY ELECTRICAL NEEDS.
AAA Certified Electric Inc
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