In choosing an electrician for your home’s electrical needs, whether it’s small repairs like wiring and simple maintenance, or larger jobs like power pole construction and solar panel installation, it’s important to find a team with the right experience and knowledge to get the job done safely.
Here are some tips to help you find the right electrician in your area who can help with your electrical needs.
Qualifications and Accreditation
One of the first things to consider when choosing an electrician is whether they are qualified and accredited to safely perform electrical work. While most electricians are reputable, unfortunately there are some who will perform work without the required licensing, often leaving poor quality and dangerous work behind.
When it comes to larger jobs like power pole installations, meter maintenance and underground/overhead services, make sure you choose an Accredited Level 2 Electrician with the right certification and experience to work on these dangerous tasks.
Always ensure you pick a licensed electrician with the right qualifications suited to the work you need performed. Likewise, choosing electricians that are members of accredited groups and compliance services like ‘Trades Monitor’ can be reassuring in finding someone to safely perform electrical work in your household.
Specialisations and Equipment
Choosing the right electrician for your job can also depend on their specialisations and the types of equipment to which they have access. Some electricians may focus mainly on highly specialised jobs like the installation of power poles, repairing electrical lines or assembling solar panels. Others meanwhile may focus on simple indoor and outdoor electrical tasks, like wiring and maintenance.
Picking the right electrician that specialises in the services you need means a safer environment, higher quality of work, and a reduced likelihood of anything going wrong with the electrical work at a later date.
The type of equipment an electrician has access to meanwhile also impacts their ability to work safely and effectively. When it comes to major jobs like power pole installations for example, electricians who have access to their own in-house cherry pickers and elevated work platforms are much more prepared and experienced in this type of work.
Experience
Just like having proper accreditation, experience in working across a range of electrical services is another important thing to look for in any electrician. Reading testimonials from customers or seeking the advice of family and friends can be very useful in getting an idea of how a reliable an electrician is, as well as the quality of work they perform.
Reviewing examples of the types of work electrician’s have performed is another great way to see if they are the right fit for your household electrical work.
Availability
If you’re dealing with an emergency, you’ll need access to an electrician who is available immediately, not tomorrow morning. Finding the right electrician for your job also means reviewing their availability and service areas, and seeing whether they can service you in times of emergencies.
Northern Beaches Sydney Electricians
Next time you ask yourself “How can I find an electrician near me” on Sydney’s North Shore and Northern Beaches, give our friendly team at Everest Electrical a call. Our expert staff can help with all your electrical needs, no matter the size, and help you reduce your household energy costs. Contact us today on 0410 229 139.