“What should I look for in an electrician?” 

Are you asking yourself this question?  We can get you the confidence you need in making your first choice the right choice!

Electrical work is intricate and complicated.  In this business, it’s a well-known fact that while an excellent electrician may be pricey, it is far more beneficial to hire them than to hire an inexperienced one.  A subpar electrician can initially cost less up front, but in the end you will be paying the inexperienced electrician and then a better electrician to correct the first one’s mistakes. 

Customers need to be confident that the first time they hire a professional, they are hiring someone with superior knowledge, competence and skill.  So, be sure to ask the potential electrician these crucial questions before you employ them.  Discover some essential inquiries to make with them before giving them your business by reading on!

 

Are You Licensed and Insured?

It is one of the essential questions you should ask when looking to hire any tradesperson. Before performing any actual electrical work, an electrician should have a legal license authorized by the state.  As with any trades business the electrician you are looking to hire must be insured.  When inquiring about licensure and insurance be sure that anyone you are considering hiring are both licensed and insured!

 

What Is Your Area of Expertise?

Like other contractors, electricians typically specialize in specific fields of work.  For instance, one electrician could concentrate solely on residential properties.  Others would specialize in commercial work, while still others might serve multi-family structures like apartment buildings.  Here at Northern Electrical we have overlap and experience in all aspects of electrical work.  Consumers should always hire someone with relevant experience for their particular project.  You can be confident in Northern Electrical and our multitude of experience in all fields of electrical service. 

 

What Is The Work Estimation?

This can be a complex question.  Yes, they could offer you a base estimate when you inquire, but you should also discuss the methodology with your electrician.  Is there a part of the task that will take more time or people to complete?  Instead of accepting anything at face value, you should thoroughly comprehend why you are paying what you are. 

At this point, it’s also crucial to determine if the cost they provide includes extras like removing drywall to access the wiring and fixing it.  If not stated, you should ask the professionals to provide the details.

Here at Northern Electrical we stand behind our estimates and that our team is able to provide completion of all aspects of the job!

 

Do You Provide A Guarantee Or Warranty?

If all goes according to plan, the task will be finished to your satisfaction.  If not, you should check the warranties and guarantees to determine what rules apply, especially if you are going to go down the path of a subpar electrician.  It demonstrates how strongly they will support the caliber of their job.

 

For how long have you been working in this industry?

It is a quick and courteous approach to determining how much experience your potential hire has.  If your potential choice has been performing their job for a while, it is safer to assume that they are knowledgeable.  You could take some time to check out their rating on The Better Business Bureau and this is a good spot to cross reference the information you have been presented.  

We at Northern Electrical are proud to hold an A+ BBB Rating and Zero Customer Complaints.  We have been providing homeowners and businesses alike with expert electrical services for almost 20 years!

 

Will a safety inspection be conducted once the job is complete?

Most electricians’ work practices depend heavily on safety checks, whether they are performed commercially by someone from the local governing body of where work is being completed or internally through a set of checks and balances completed by the electrical contracting team.  The majority of the time, “yes” should be the response.  If not, you should think about whether you even want to hire this particular service provider.

 

In Summary

Need an expert electrician?  You can hire the best and most qualified professionals here at Northern Electrical LLC.   We offer high-quality electrical services and accomplish the work within a stipulated time.  You can be confident in your choice for anything electrical with Northern Electrical.  Take a look around our website to learn more about our services and to schedule an appointment today!