When it comes to electrical problems, a good electrician is essential.
This is especially true for commercial properties, which often have much more elaborate – and therefore, dangerous – electrical set-ups.
When issues arise with these types of systems, it’s crucial that you get them looked at by a specialist who deals with commercial electrical set-ups, and understands the intricacies of these often complex systems.
As fully licensed electrical contractors, our experienced commercial electricians in Bayside can ensure that your electrical setup is safe, effective, and fit-for-purpose.
What questions should I ask an electrician?
Finding a reliable electrician is important – it’s also something that you don’t exactly do on an everyday basis.
So you’re in the market for an electrical contractor to help install a new electrical fitting or perform an emergency electrical repair at your business.
Just one problem: there are literally hundreds (if not thousands) of sparkies out there operating throughout Melbourne.
How do you know if you are working with the right one for you?
Luckily, there are a couple of questions that you can ask your local sparkies…
Question #1: Are you a licensed electrician?
If they don’t answer with “yes” immediately, we suggest ending the conversation and moving onto the next on your call list!
Before doing any electrical work, you need to make sure your business (whether it’s based in Chelsea, Moorabbin or anywhere else in the area) is working with a licensed and certified commercial electrician in Kingston.
Each license carries with them a license from Energy Safe Victoria (ESV)
In addition to certifying that they can safely carry out electrical work, it also lists what types of services they can offer – information that can be useful if you need specialist services.
Question #2: What type of electrical work do you usually do?
Our fully qualified and certified commercial electrician in Beaumaris can handle all types of electrical work, be they domestic or commercial in nature.
However, not all sparkies are so diverse – some focus solely on domestic electrical needs.
Even some commercial electricians don’t have the experience, working with small businesses rather than the more intense electrical needs of larger commercial properties.
Case in point: factories.
To power large machinery, factories often need their very own transformers and high-capacity circuits – installing and maintaining these is relatively specialised knowledge.
This is why hiring an expert electrician has the right knowledge and expertise to deal with the specific types of work you need.
Question #3: Can you provide work referrals or previous work experience?
Professional electricians will be happy to provide you with their list of previous clients as work references – who doesn’t like showing off their previous successes, after all?
In fact, it’s arguably stranger when they don’t show you previous work!
If the electrician has a website, be sure to check testimonials and reviews from previous clients to see what their solution-oriented skills and workmanship looks like.
Question #4: Do you have a warranty or guarantee of service?
A qualified and licensed electrician will always endeavour to deliver high-quality electrical services, completed with the appropriate skill and knowledge you’ve come to expect.
Unfortunately however, sometimes things go wrong, and often through no fault of your electrician.
To protect yourself from this, it’s important to ask your sparkie whether they offer a warranty, guarantee of service, or if they’re covered by public liability insurance.
Question #5: Do you know the electrical laws and conditions that apply to electrical services?
This is something that’s covered in any basic electrician training course, so the answer should (naturally) be “yes”.
Of course, it isn’t that simple!
While not a daily (or even monthly) occurrence, electrical laws and regulations can indeed change from time to time.
A professional electrician must know all the electrical laws and conditions applicable to all electrical services, especially when there are updates to laws and regulations.
In addition to keeping you safe, this can also help you avoid a fine or void your insurance policy.
Question #6: What safety procedures do you follow before finalising a job?
Electricity is dangerous, even for those with a wealth of experience and electrical skills.
Even the most experienced sparkies should follow and observe certain safety procedures when working on your property.
Before engaging an electrician, be sure to ask what their safety procedures look like:
- Turning off the main source of power supply
- Using the right tools and equipment for the job
- Appling safe work procedures and precautions
- Wearing appropriate PPE
Each of these should be in their plan, no matter what type of job you’ve called them for!
Other FAQs
When should you hire an electrician?
If it involves electricity, it requires an electrician.
And as we mentioned above, if it involves commercial electrical wiring specifically, you’ll need to get in touch with a commercial electrician.
As we said before, it all depends on what type of job you need done. A good team will offer the specific services you need performed at your business, whether that’s installing a dedicated transformer or simply working on types of circuitry not found in homes.
What responsibilities do electricians have?
While wiring, circuitry and appliance installation and repairs are the most common jobs we do, our team of electrical contractors can also help businesses out with a range of other services, including:
- Ongoing electrical inspections
- Repair or replacement of electrical wiring and equipment
- Interpretation of technical diagrams and blueprints
- Installing data cabling and phone lines
- Electrical tagging and testing
Should my electrician give me a certificate?
Absolutely!
A commercial electrician in Australia must provide you with a Certificate of Compliance after completing any job. This is a document that certifies that their work was properly completed, and that the electrician has fulfilled every obligation in the work project.
Failure to give a certificate can result in a fine of up to $550,000.
Call Powermaster Electrical if you need a commercial electrician in Bayside!
Whether you need part of your electrical setup repaired or you simply want a professional’s opinion on the electrical component of a planned business expansion, it’s important that you get the right advice and assistance.
Looking for a commercial electrician in Bayside? Powermaster Electrical Solutions is the team for you.
Our team of electrical contractors can help with a wide range of electrical services for businesses of all sizes, from small shops and offices to massive factories and construction projects.
Whether you need a residential electrician or a commercial electrician, all you need to do is call us today on 1300 410 141, or click here to get in touch online.