Are you in need of an emergency electrician you can count on? Finding an electrician you can trust is essential - especially when you have an emergency. Here are a few qualities to look for when the power has gone out in your home in Jacksonville.

Legally Licensed and Insured

You only want to go with a professional electrician, which means the professional you hire will need to demonstrate that he or she is properly insured for this type of work and is currently licensed to do the job. Don't let the confusion of an emergency electric outage cloud your judgment. Homeowners who are rushed and don't take the time to check into the background of an electrician may wind up hiring someone who is woefully unprepared for the task, leaving you still in the dark.

Quality Experience to the Work You Need

An electrician should have relevant experience in doing work in home. Hiring a master electrician ensures that you will have a highly trained individual with many years of performing electrical work under harsh, demanding and emergency situations.

Credible Reviews and Better Business Bureau Rating

Before you invite an electrician into your home to do work, it's best to check out his or her reputation. Look for reviews from objective and credible sources. When you find an electrician that looks professional, you will want to do some further checking. Doing a search at the Better Business Bureau for a rating and to see what other customers have to say about the work that was done on their property is a good place to start. Looking for reviews on review websites or Google is also important. Negative reviews or any other red flags should prompt you to move onto the next electrician on your list.

Even though time may be of the essence in an emergency, it is still important to do some research before you decide which electrician to choose. If you have the opportunity, you should ask an electrician for references and then contact them to see if they were satisfied with the emergency work that was done.

Quality Work for Reasonable Rates

Unethical electricians may be tempted to charge more than what would be reasonable for the emergency work that you need done. Just because the situation is drastic or needs to be performed after normal working hours, it doesn't mean that you should be charged an arm and a leg. As you compare reviews, look for signs that the electrician you are considering has a track record of charging reasonable rates, even when it is an emergency.

Professional Demeanor and Communicative

Clear communication is essential when you hire a contractor to perform electrical services in your Jacksonville area home. It should be easy to explain the nature of your problem and then understand what the electrician suggests to make repairs. A helpful and friendly attitude is a sign that the electrician is responsive and up to the task. You want to feel comfortable with the technician who has come to your home to solve the electrical emergency and bring the power back online.

The electricity can go out in your home with no notice, which means it is in your best interest to already know ahead of time which electrician you will go with when there is a problem. This is why so many homeowners in the greater Jacksonville area and beyond have come to rely on the experts at David Gray Electrical Services for all their emergency needs.

For details about our approach to solving electrical problems or to book an appointment for service, please contact David Gray Electrical Services or call (904) 467-0784.

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