Electrical issues can pop up at the most inopportune times and require an emergency electrician Perth. Time is definitely a factor here but that doesn’t mean that you should throw caution to the wind. Poor electrical work can put you, your family and your property at risk so stay vigilant on who you allow to perform electrical Perth repairs. There are a few good tips that can help you choose a reliable, competent and qualified electrician Perth in a short-time.
You probably don’t have time to conduct a full and comprehensive interview but there are three things that you must confirm before you go any further. These credentials are licensing, bonding and insurance. Ask the electrician if he has these three credentials before committing to hiring him. If necessary, ask that he brings the documentation with him to the work site so you can confirm that they are current. An electrician without insurance may mean that you are liable for any injury or damages that occur on your property in the course of the job. Working with an unlicensed electrician likely means that your insurance is voided in case of damage, fire or other issue that your home insurance covers.
Again, there isn’t a lot of time for a detailed interview but there are a few qualities that you can pick up just from the phone conversation with the emergency electrician. Pay attention to how he answers your questions and concerns. Is he friendly and conversational or does he rush you through the conversation? Does he answer your questions directly and in a way that you can understand or does he use technical jargon? If you don’t feel comfortable with the electrician on the phone, you most certainly won’t feel confident in his workmanship.
Small issues are easily resolved by general electrical contractors Perth. Some electrical jobs are however better off left to specialized contactors. If it is clear that you need a major job such as updating or changing your entire home wiring, you definitely need someone specialized in this specific area. Ask about past experience with this kind of work and a few references to cross check just to make sure you have made a good decision.
Finally, ensure that you get a written quote before procuring any residential electric services. You don’t want to get stuck with a high bill that you cannot afford because you underestimated the scope of work. A written quote also protects you from an unscrupulous electrician who may be tempted to inflate the bill. Make sure that the quote includes a list of all the tasks that are to be performed and a price for each.
Hiring an emergency electrician can be tricky especially due to the time factor. An emergency is no time to abdicate your responsibility to ensure anyone doing electrical work in your home is properly qualified, licensed, bonded and insured to do the job safely and to do it well.