We provide highly skilled licensed Electrician In Peterborough to service all of your home or business’s electrical needs.  For reliable and quality work, give Electricians Peterborough a call.  Below you’ll find some commonly asked questions, as well as a sampling of the electrical services we provide.

What to look for when hiring an electrician:

Traits and characteristics: reliable, honest, detail-oriented, great communication and time-management skills.

Qualifications and other requirements: 

Apprentice must put in roughly 9,000 hours of work and training plus a certificate of qualification exam to promote to journeyman electrician

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Journeyman electrician must put in 4,000 more hours, complete further testing among other requirements to become a master electrician

Our electricians are the most skilled and coveted for their high quality and reputable work.  They have put in thousands of hours and training to become the best electricians in Peterborough.  So if you need a straightforward job like a pot lights installation or a more complicated electrical repair, we've got you covered.

​How do I find a reliable electrician?

If referrals from family and friends are not possible, you can contact a few electrical contractors to ask them about their experience with the particular job you’re requesting.  See how they respond, and be careful not to base your decision on the cheapest price. Sometimes, although not always, price is reflective of the electrical contractor’s experience.  So use price as the final gauge. Fortunately, even though our electricians are experts in their field, if you’re in search of affordable electricians in Peterborough that provide high value, look no further.  With our years of experience and reasonable price points, you’ll be in good hands with Electricians Peterborough.

What questions should I ask an electrician?

“Are you licensed and insured?” - asking an unlicensed electrical contractor is one of the highest risk decisions someone can make when dealing with electrical systems; mistakes are not only costly, but the worst case scenario mistakes can lead to dangerous electrocution or fire.  Always select an insured and licensed electrician.

“How many years have you been a working Local Electrician?” - a newly graduated journeyman electrician is knowledgeable and capable enough to handle many jobs, but with certain complex electrical projects such as a whole home remodel, you may feel more at ease with an experienced master electrician

“What is your experience with this particular job I’m requesting to be done?” - electricians aren't all cut from the same cloth, and some may are more familiar with certain types of electrical tasks.  Asking this question is a good way to gauge how comfortable your electrician is with the job requested.

​“Are you able to provide a couple of references?” - asking for references may not be needed for all projects, but for some home- and business owners who are blindly looking for an electrical contractor, this question is a reasonable one to ask, especially for larger or more complex projects.

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“Do you have any warranties in case the equipment doesn't work?” - our electricians are highly skilled, but mistakes happen and we're all human.  For jobs that need modifications and repairs due to human error, we will gladly rectify that deficiency. Do not hesitate to contact us if there are further concerns. We will do our very best to address them in a fair and timely manner.

What electrical mistakes do homeowners commonly make?

Unless you've got experience within the electrical contracting world, we highly advise you contact a knowledgeable licensed electrician to provide the bulk of your residential and commercial electrical services.  Here are some common pitfalls made by the average homeowner that could create irreversible damage or safety risk:

Forgetting to install a GFCI outlet: A ground fault circuit interrupter is a device that automatically shuts off power when it detects an imbalance in incoming and outgoing current, thereby reducing or preventing the danger of overheating or electrocution.  They are particularly important in areas with high moisture like bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, garages and patios.

Failing to install a junction box: Electrical boxes contain the wiring connections and therefore protect them from damage caused by sparks or short circuits, which would not be contained if a junction box was not installed.

Electrical wires cut too short: The general rule of thumb for cutting wires is to have a minimum of 3 extra inches from the junction box.  If the wires are pulled too tight or taut, there’s a risk of faulty wire connections.

Leaving cables unprotected and exposed: Plastic sheathed cables, especially ones that run over or under walls or ceiling frame, are more prone to damage.  They are safer if they're covered in a metal conduit.

Using the wrong size wire: Using the wrong size wire for the amount of amperage in a circuit can spell trouble.  Each gauge wire has a different amp capacity, so this must be taken into consideration. A smaller gauge number corresponds to a larger amp capacity.

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