Choosing an Electrician: Starting in the Right Direction
Check for a Proper License It isn't enough to hire an "electrician", i.e., someone who knows how to do the work but isn't licensed in your state. You can find cheaper work by going this route, but you'll have no quality assurance. If you're hiring for your place of business, you could be running afoul of wiring laws that could sink your company. The same holds for a residence, however. While the chances of being caught in a home are lessened, you could reduce your resale value and create a potentially dangerous environment. The first step to hiring someone good is to hire someone licensed. Get References This isn't as important a step if you came by an electrician through several personal recommendations, but it's one you shouldn't ignore if you found him by any other means. If a homeowner was pleased with the service he received, he shouldn't mind going on the record in support of that service. If the contractor you're considering can'