What to look for
Electricians cover domestic and commercial wiring, consumer-unit upgrades, fault-finding, EV charger installation, EICR inspections, lighting, and rewires. Notifiable work in dwellings falls under Building Regulations Part P, with most reputable electricians registered to a competent-person scheme such as NICEIC or NAPIT.
- NICEIC, NAPIT, or ELECSA competent-person registration
- Part P self-certification confirmed in writing
- EICR test certificate provided after periodic inspections
- Public liability insurance with cover stated
- Itemised quote with parts and labour
- Local presence with named director or principal
Typical pricing: £60-£100 callout, £45-£75 per hour, £180-£3,500 typical job (single socket to full rewire) (UK 2026)
Regulator / certification to look for: NICEIC, NAPIT, ELECSA, Stroma (competent-person schemes for Part P)