So you have an electrical problem and need a professional solve… a quick online search will probably reveal numerous providers in your area. But when deciding on an electrician it’s crucial to make an informed decision. Of course, you can use the guy with the makeshift placard offering electrical services. We know it’s tempting to save a buck or two. But the consequences of faulty wiring or patch jobs could be very serious, even deadly. 

Finding a vetted and trustworthy electrician doesn’t need to be painful. In fact, we specialise in only contracting professional, experienced and vetted electricians to work for us. Our brand name is too important to us to take any risks. But regardless of who you eventually decide on, ask your potential service provider the following questions: HIRING AN ELECTRICIAN HIRING AN ELECTRICIAN HIRING AN ELECTRICIAN

WHAT IS YOUR TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE?

Working with electricity potentially carries the risk of electrical shock, injury and damage to property. Professional electricians have had years of specialist training and hands-on experience to perform these task safely and timeously. But even with years of experience, some electricians might not be comfortable with specific jobs such as installing solar systems or pre-paid electricity meters. So always ask your electrician about specific experience relating to your specific job at hand.  

DO YOU HAVE A LICENSE? 

Never hire a person who is not licensed. The risk to yourself and your property is simply not worth it. A licensed electrician holds specific qualifications and experience in the field. So always ask your electrician about his or her qualifications and remember that many insurers will not pay out damages if you used an unlicenced electrician. 

ASK ABOUT PRICING 

Pricing plays an important role in hiring a person for the job. You already know your budget, so it’s best to stick with it. Different electricians charge differently. Discuss your budget and the job requirements with the electrician first before starting the work, to avoid any nasty surprises once the job is invoiced. It also helps to give a thorough description of the problem to our friendly operators at our national call centre when they get in touch with you after you’ve filled in your details online. They’ll instruct a qualified electrician to call you to discuss costs.  

ASK ABOUT THE GUARANTEE / WARRANTY   

A good electrician will always give a warranty/guarantee for work delivered. Furthermore, most electricians will also give a warranty on the equipment, fixtures, or devices they purchase to complete the project. 

IF STILL UNSURE – ASK FOR REFERENCES

Nothing says as much as a beaming, happy client. At Electro Surgeon we pride ourselves in our happy client testimonials. So if you’re still unsure about your potential provider, ask for contactable references. It shows that the electrician is legit and has performed similar tasks successfully. It also speaks volumes about their work ethic and client relationship style.  

ASK ABOUT INSURANCE (client to delete if not applicable to Electro Surgeon)

Ideally, you should use a provider that has insurance cover such as workers’ compensation insurance and liability insurance. It not only protects the electrician but also limits the risk to yourself as the customer.   

WHY CALL US?

We know you have choices. You can get electrical services from numerous electrical companies. However, we’re convinced that when it comes to providing the best service, we’re your only real choice. 

Providing a superior level of customer service is our all-consuming passion, and an achievement we take immense pride in. We provide top of the range, security-verified, professional electricians who are totally committed to serving you better than anyone else. That’s what The Electro Surgeon is all about!

Some of our services include:

•  Emergency 24 Hour Electrical Services

•  COC’s – Certificates of Compliance

•  Security Lighting

•  Electric Fencing

•  Garage Door & Gate Automation

•  Lightning Arrester (to protect against lightning)

•  Surge Arrester (to protect against voltage spikes)

•  Earth Leakage and Tripping Detection

•  Power Outages & Failures

•  Swimming Pool Motors

•  Solar Power

Find our full list of services here. Call us today on 0861 353 287, or fill in your details here and we’ll call you back within 15 minutes.