The number one rule to remember whenever there is ever a contract between two people is to get it in writing the same is true when it comes to discussing the specifics of your project with your electrician.

Before you choose an electrician for your project, you should contact several licensed, reputable electricians and have them give you an estimate or a bid. You should make sure that you carefully read the bid and if you have any questions or concerns, discuss them with the electrician before you agree to the project.

The written estimate should have a full explanation of the details involved with the project and you should feel comfortable that you understand what services will be performed, as well as the cost for the repair, labor and equipment if needed. You should also make sure that you feel comfortable with the electrician. When you have an estimate, the electric contractor should be willing to answer all of your questions, and you should feel as if you’ve been dealing with a professional.

Included in your written estimate should be a complete breakdown about your project and how the electrician is going to repair it. If you and the electric contractor agree on any specific prices, that should be included in the estimate. It’s important to understand that your written estimate is a legally binding contract and is enforceable in a court of law. Don’t handle the details of your written estimate lightly.

You should also make sure that the written estimate includes detailed information regarding the electrician’s warranty. Since this is a legal contract, it is enforceable if you have a problem with the work or repair within the timing that is provided by the warranty. Therefore, it is very important that you make certain the written estimate has all of the information that you need and that you receive a copy of it as well.