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What qualifications should an electrician have?

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How do I know if an electrician is properly qualified? What certifications should they have?

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Mike - Qualified Electrician
Accepted Answer2026-04-18

Look for:

  • Part P Registration - NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA qualified
  • Periodic Test Certificate (EICR) - shows they test their own work
  • Insurance - professional indemnity and public liability
  • References - ask previous customers
If they can't provide these, find someone else.

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