Factors to
Consider When Hiring an Atlanta Electrician
Who
should you let touch your fuse box? Not just anybody can do that. In fact,
you'll need a qualified Atlanta electrician to ensure that electrical work in your home
or business is performed safely and efficiently. In this article, we'll go over
the factors to consider when hiring an electrician, including their
qualifications, reputation, experience, and maintenance plans.
Qualifications
First
and foremost, it's imperative to ensure that all electrical work in your home
is done by a qualified electrician that works at a reputable company.
Someone
who has watched a few YouTube videos and bought an AMP reader online doesn't
make you or someone else a qualified electrician. In fact, using someone unqualified
could put your life and safety at risk and even pose a threat of a home
electrical fire.
According
to a FEMA Fire Report on Residential Building Electrical Fires, electrical
fires occur often throughout the United States. For instance, from 2014 to
2016, there were approximately 24,000 residential electrical fires
reported to United States fire departments each year, causing an estimated 310 deaths, 850
injuries, and $871 million in property loss.
While
there are other causes to electrical fires, this data shows the importance of
hiring a qualified electrician for proper electrical installation and
maintenance. Doing this kind of work yourself or by unqualified actors can lead
to serious loss of life and property.
The
FEMA report also recommends that all electrical work in
your home is done by a qualified electrician and that electrical safety tips are
followed.
As
you can see, determining and assessing the qualifications of the electrician
you may be working with is a crucial factor to consider when hiring an
electrician.
Reputation
Conducting research on the best Atlanta electricians upfront can save you time and money as
well as ensure your safety..
Check
online reviews, and make sure that there are plenty of them to
base a decision off of. A hundred 4-star review might be more reliable than a
handful of 5-star reviews.
Find
detailed information about past jobs completed. This information is often
nestled in reviews as well. Find out if the electrician you are hiring is
certified.
At
Estes Services, we take safety seriously, and all of our electrical
professionals are certified with the Eaton Certified Electrical Contractor program.
Experience
Experience
is another factor to consider when hiring an electrician.
Of
course, everyone has to start somewhere. But that somewhere doesn't need to be
your fuse box. That's why it's worth checking to see how many years of
professional experience your electrician has and how long they have been in
business.
This
will help you determine the right pick for working on your home's electrical
issues. Remember that you get what you pay for. While a more experienced
electrician may cost more, ensuring your safety and comfort is worth it.
Membership Plans
The
last but not least, factor to consider when hiring an electrician is the maintenance membership plans they may offer.
It's
very convenient for homeowners like you to join a monthly membership program to
keep all your electrical issues handled as they arise. You could take the
membership plan a step further by adding your HVAC and plumbing to it as well,
which we offer at Estes with our Whole-Home Supreme and Whole-Home Standard packages.
Having
all of this taken care of by qualified experts can give you a peace-of-mind.
It's easy and convenient to sign up and use too.
Choose Estes Services for Your Home
Electrical Needs
It
is our priority to keep you comfortable and safe all year long so that you can
focus on the things that matter and not be unsure about the safety of your home
or family. For over 70 years, Atlanta residents have depended on Estes Services
for comfort services.
Our
knowledge and experience allow us to remain at the top of our field when it
comes to electrical services. We want to ensure your home is safe and
efficient where your electrical systems are concerned.
If
you're hiring an electrician in Atlanta, contact us today.
