Electrician Association of San Diego
Qualities of a Reliable Electrician Contractor
Every
homeowner needs a reliable electrician. The San Diego Electrician's Association
(SDEA) says it is important that each homeowner has a ready contact with a
licensed expert electrician whom they can trust. According to the SDEA,
electrical issues can prop up anytime and it is important that during these
times, a homeowner has a ready person to contact.
In a statement, the SDEA emphasizes that electrical emergencies can occur, and sometimes, the response time and competence of an electrician can spell the difference between life and death. For this reason, the SDEA says it is important to get one that is reliable and heavily experience.
For new homeowners who are wondering about what qualities a reliable electrician contractor should possess, here's the SDEA's list:
1. A reliable electrician has the appropriate licenses, permits, as well the appropriate education and training to undertake his job.
2. A reliable electrician continues to hone his craft. This could either be through continuing education, additional trainings, as well as attendance to seminars that would keep them abreast of the latest trends and techniques in their profession.
3. A reliable electrician is a member of industry organizations that promote best practices and career growth.
4. A reliable electrician is heavily experienced. Not that new electricians cannot do much, but there really is wisdom in the years that they put in on to their jobs. Nothing can replace experience.
5. A reliable electrician is trustworthy. Trustworthy enough to be allowed into the premises of your home, in the presence of your family. Has great work ethics, integrity, and honest about his work. He has genuine concern on his clients.
6. A reliable electrician knows how to render excellent customer service. He is polite, professional, prompt, and cleans up his work place.
7. A reliable electrician communicates well. He can fully explain the situation to his clients, present all the possible options and repercussions of each options, and answer clearly all the questions the homeowner may have. A reliable electrician also updates the owner from time to time, and is willing to explain anything that may need clarification.
8. A reliable electrician has access to the most modern electrical equipment, and uses only genuine and high-quality materials and supplies for the work that he renders.
9. A reliable electrician puts everyone's safety first. He has the appropriate protective gear, he informs the homeowners about the possible dangers of the work that he will carry out and what they can do to remain safe. He also installs whatever safety guards that he can install to prevent possible accidents and injuries. Most of all, he ensures the safety of the whole household in the days to come through his excellent work.
10. A reliable electrician is well-recommended. Word of mouth is an excellent gauge of how reliable an electrician can be. Family and friends will definitely not refer a lousy person who did a bad job in their electrical fixtures.
The SDEA says, homeowners should be willing to do a bit of legwork in choosing the electrician who will service their home. The association says it is important that background checks be made, and pertinent questions be addressed before contracting the services of an electrician.