Tips on Hiring an Electrical Contractor (Contd.)

Here are some more tips to hire an electrical contractor

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Hiring an Electrical Contractor: Follow These Steps Too

As we covered previously, it's a good idea to follow a set of instructions before you get an electrician in to do any sort of work.

Schedule a meeting to get estimates from your electrician in Phoenix. If your references checked out, schedule to meet the contractor. Find out if the estimate is free, and be aware of any costs up front. Request that the contractor bring proof of any insurance and bonding to make sure you are not responsible for damages or injuries on your property. Ask them for proof of their license or any certifications. A lot of contractors hire people to work under them, so find out if the estimator will be the one doing the work or if they will hire a crew. Get your estimate in writing. It will need to include all costs, including labor and parts. Do not sign anything until you have met with at least 3 contractors and made a decision on who to hire. Before making your selection, read the entire contract in full. Make sure you understand everything it details, and that you have an itemized list of all costs.

Along with following these tips, be sure to ask the electrician contractor for any type of warranty they may offer for the labor and parts. A decent contractor will have no issues with providing a warranty, even if it is for a certain time frame. Ask if extended warranties apply.  However, it isn't just warranties and who is going to be doing the work.

Experienced Electrician Wanted:  Apply Within

Does the electrician you're looking at have experience?  If so, how much does he have?  More than a year you hope?  The more experienced your electrician is, the likelihood of any sort of electrical injury or accident decreases dramatically.  This can literally mean the difference between life and death, and not just your electrician's life, what about yours and your family.

Electrical injuries are one of the most numerous types of household accidents around.  There are several thousand of them a year.  You probably do not want to be a statistic somewhere.  So remember, you want someone with experience, who is licensed, and who has a good reputation in your community.  That way you know you have the right electrician contractor.

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Tips on Hiring an Electrical Contractor

Do you want to hire an electrical contractor?  Here are some tips for you to avoid any trouble.

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What to Know Before You Hire An Electrical Contractor in Phoenix

If you need any electrical work done with regard to lighting installations, security systems or anything dealing with electric lines, it is advisable to hire an electrical contractor to do it for you. Even on a small do-it-yourself project, you could make a mistake on the wiring that would lead to a disastrous outcome.

Your best choice is hiring an electrical contractor that is able to fulfill your particular project need. Here are a few tips to consider before you hire one.

Set a Spending Limit for Your Electrician

Get an idea of just how much you want to spend for the entire job, including any parts and all labor costs. This can be an estimate budget since you will need to wait on estimates to get an exact figure. Always leave a little cushion amount to go over, but not to exceed your budget by no more than 15-20%.
Do background research. You can do a pre-screening of the potential contractors to help make the best decision. Call the electrical contractors to get a bit of information before you even schedule then to do an estimate. Write down all the information you receive from them. Some screening questions to ask are:

· How long has your company been in business?

· Can you guarantee all work that you do in writing?

· Are you bonded and insured?

· Are you licensed and carry the right certifications?

· Can you give at least three references?

Check each reference. The contractor should have no problem giving you any references. Most times, people do not check the references which is a big mistake. You want to follow up with the references to find out the quality of the contractor's work, or if the contractor gave them an accurate estimate. Find out if the contractor performed all the work as scheduled, and if they had a good work ethic. More importantly, find out if they would hire the contractor again. You can also check out the BBB for your state to see how reliable the contractor is.

Finding people that you can trust is always a challenge in life.  However, let their reputation give you a whole lot of information about them.  That way you know you've got the right electrical contractor in Ahwatukee.

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781 South Arizona Avenue
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 926-1033
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Choosing the Right Commercial Electrician Contractor (Contd)

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Here is some more information on how to choose a commercial electrician.

Ask Around to Find a Commercial Electrician

Asking around is one of the best ways to find a commercial electrician. If you're a business owner, you probably network with other business owners.  Sooner or later one of them probably had to call a contractor in to fix something at their business.  There are two types of recommendations where electricians are concerned:  ones to avoid, and ones to go with.

If you're talking to a fellow business owner and they tell you to avoid calling someone in, they probably have a very good reason.  For example, if the commercial electrician that they called in not only messed up the project they caused real damage, not only is that contractor one you should stay away from, they are likely going to have complaints filed with the state.  Good places to also check up on a commercial electrician is to call the Arizona Registrar of Contractors, or the overseeing body in your state. Most states have some sort of board that oversees electricians and other contractors, and often have places where people can file complaints.  Another place to find information of this sort on a commercial electrician is your local Better Business Bureau. However, it isn't just negative press you want to look over when you're looking to hire an electrician, look for positive reviews as well.

Reviews and Local Electricians

Review sites can give you a lot of really good information about a commercial electrician.  Site such as Yelp, Dexknows, Yellow Pages, and Google Plus are great places to look for reviews as well.  Look at reviews with an open mind though.  Universally glowing reviews aren't entirely trustworthy.  After all, it is very easy to review a site, all one needs is an email account, and there are services out there that businesses can hire to give them good PR and great reviews.  Ultimately, however, trust your gut feelings.  If something about an electrician doesn't ring true, then by no means should you hire them.  Another thing you have to consider is that you want to hire an electrician that can do commercial work, or you may be adding to  your expense.

Sometimes, electrical wiring has different capacities in commercial projects than it does in residential ones.  You want someone who knows the ins and outs of commercial wiring, and that someone is a commercial electrician in Phoenix.

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(480) 926-1033
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Choosing the Right Commercial Electrician Contractor

One contact that a property manager must have the number of a commercial electrician contractor.  

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Commercial Electricians and Property Management

Property managers know the importance of hiring qualified professionals such as commercial electricians when it comes to public places. A skilled and experienced contractor will ensure a successful business or project and longevity too. Fatalities and accidents usually occur when there is a combination of electricity and inexperience. 

By doing some research, a majority of serious contractor issues are eliminated. Choosing a qualified electrician will help save on money, headaches and time. Some of the tips for choosing the right commercial electrician include a few must have items.

The "Must Haves" of a Commercial Electrician Contractor

Check the electrician contractor’s license. It is advisable not to hire the services of an unlicensed electrician contractor in whichever capacity. Sometimes the deal is usually appealing, but might eventually turn out to be costly. Such contractors do not sit for any exams and are not bonded hence you are not sure whether they have the knowledge to perform the task you require them to. Additionally, an electrician who has violated codes in the past can have their license officially cancelled. Electricians who have been involved in accidents resulting to damages may have their licenses lapsed or spiked. The above qualifications prove an electricians ability to guarantee your asset in times of worker carelessness or improper workmanship as well as the ability to perform within the guidelines of the law.

Insurance coverage. Qualified electricians must have satisfying public insurance. This helps to cover for any unforeseen mishaps that might take place when the job is ongoing. Choosing to hire an unlicensed electrician means that you are prone to risks especially when it involves a huge electricity installation. Your commercial electrical contractor should adhere to the legal and building regulations.

Ask for the electrician’s portfolio or brochure. Some commercial electricians have a well written brochure or portfolio available for their clients. One can go through them in order to look out for execution to own and similar projects. This will enable you to know the ability of the contractor to perform tasks. Unlimited projects could only mean that the commercial electrician has minimal finished jobs to be proud of or has no experience. On the other hand, a portfolio that appears too good could mean that they did not accomplish the projects on their own or is a highlight of their work.  So as you see, there is a lot to hiring a commercial electrician contractor.

Dodge Electric
781 South Arizona Avenue
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 926-1033
Your Commercial Electrician in Ahwatukee