How To Find a Good Electrician

Finding a qualified electrician is easy when you know what to look for. You can assume a certain level of competence when an electrician shows you his state license, but there are other things to consider, as well.

A qualified master electrician has passed a standardized test and has at least two years of experience under his belt. He knows the National Electrical Code and any modifications that your state has made to it. He is qualified to plan, design, install and maintain an electrical system for your project.
A journeyman electrician hasn't qualified for a master's license, yet he too is licensed by the state (some states require journeymen electricians to work with a master electrician). What that means is;  by law he cannot design systems, but he can install wiring and equipment and wiring.

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Most electrical work will require a permit issued by your local building department. So, before the building inspector can sign off on any of the work, the inspector must take a look at your electrician's work to see if it's up to code.

Most electricians tend to specialize in the types of work they do. General contractors usually have a short list of dependable electricians they keep on hand. If your contractor can't give you a good recommendation, check with reliable websites like Service Magic be sure to convey the type of work you are doing so they can properly match the right electrician to your job.

*CityBay Electric of Berkeley, Ca. can be found via Service Magic and Yelp. We pride ourselves on quality, reliable service.

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