Florence Electrician vs. Electrical Wiring Contractor

Florence electricians repair and install electrical systems. Before you hire an electrician you need to understand the different types of contractors who work with electrical systems. The first thing you must determine is whether you need an electrician or an electrical wiring contractor to do your project.

If you need any of the following jobs done, you can work with an electrician or an electrical wiring contractor:

• Phone Wiring
• Thermostat Wiring
• Ceiling Fan Wiring
• Hot Tub Wiring
• Electrical Outlet Wiring
• Security System Wiring

While you may think you can do these tasks yourself, the best thing to do is avoid problems by hiring someone who knows what to do. The electrician can do the job from A to Z while the contractor may supervise the job. The money you spend will be worth it due to not having to worry if something was done inaccurately that can cause a dangerous electrical fire or worse. Keep in mind that no license is required to wire your own home to get the jobs above completed but it's better to be safe than sorry.

However, if you are building a new home, then you absolutely need to hire a licensed electrical wiring contractor. Inspections are required by all states and cities after the initial wiring is installed to ensure your safety. What type of license they need depends on the work to be done. There are many different designations such as Electrical Contractor, Residential Electrical Contractor, Class A Master Electrician, and so forth. Each area of the country may have different requirements and laws. A contractor will know more about the ins and outs of all jobs, and who to hire to do the job for you. Essentially the contractor will manage the electricians needed for each job.

Wiring a new home requires very technical skills. Today it includes so much more than it used to what with all the cable wiring, alarm wiring, and networking that goes on in homes as in businesses. Be sure to explain everything you want to your electrical wiring contractor or your electrician to be sure you haven't left anything out that needs to be wired. Remember you might need wiring for:

• Computer Networking
• Smart Televisions
• Cable
• Lighting
• Alarm Systems
• Water Heaters
• Heating & Cooling Systems
• Laundry
• Kitchen Remodel and More

Go through each room of your house and ask yourself what type of writing is needed so that you don't forget anything.

Remember that electrical work is very technical and requires that the person doing it be very well educated on and off the job. Most Florence electricians start as apprentices, learning hands-on for about four years before they can get an electricians license. In some states, an electrical wiring contractor might not even have to be an electrician first but they know how to run the show and who to hire.

While an electrical wiring contractor may have different requirements than an electrician the truth is, either an electrician or a certified electrical wiring contractor can be used depending on the jobs you have and their license. But, the electrical wiring contractor will not do the work directly; instead, they will be in charge of the job, appointing others to do the work.

Call us today to inquire about your electrical needs. Call your local Florence electrician.

Florence Electrician Pros
Florence, SC 29501
843-212-4173
http://electricianprosflorence.com/