 Commercial Electrician Explained A commercial electrician is an individual who specifically works on commercial properties, for example, office buildings, high-rises, shopping malls, restaurants, and government buildings. Many aspects of the job are similar to those of a residential electrician. The main difference is, commercial electricians work on bigger systems which are more complex than those of a residential unit. Here are some examples of the work done by a commercial electrician. Why do I need a commercial electrician? Due to the complexity of a commercial unit, commercial electricians will generally obtain additional qualifications and training. For example, design, scheduling and planning for the environment they're working in. What types of jobs do commercial electricians do? 1. Installation, maintenance, and repairs. 2. Fault finding. 3. Interior and exterior lighting. 4. Fire alarms and security systems. 5. Partial or complete rewiring. 6. Switches, relays, circuit breaker panels, and fuse enclosure. The things to consider when hiring a commercial electrician. If you've never hired a commercial electrician, you may feel overwhelmed by the process, like who can I trust? How do I know they're competent and qualified? If you're wondering what you need to know, we can help you hire the correct commercial electrician for your business. Qualifications. The two recognized awarding organizations in the UK are City and Guilds and EAL. To practice as a fully qualified electrician in the UK you're required to hold a Level 3 certification. A commercial electrician should have an industry-recognized Level 3 NVQ qualification. In addition, they should further their knowledge by obtaining a diploma in Electrotechnical Services or Electrical Maintenance, and a Level 3 diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, Buildings, Structures, and the Environment. Competency? Is all their electrical work to British Standard BS 7671? If so, are they legally able to issue a BS 7671 certificate? Lastly are they able to prove a valid insurance document verifying public liability and employer's liability, if applicable? Experience. When looking for an electrician, experience in the industry should be something you take into consideration. An individual with more years in the industry is likely to be more versatile, with the ability to adjust to unforeseen circumstances. Quality of work. You want to make sure you're entrusting your electrical work to a company that is reputable. We'd highly recommend for you to pick a company that has client reviews, good and bad, case studies, and a good informative website. These are all signs of professionalism and confirmation the company values every single client. For further assistance or a free survey, please email or call on the details below, and click like and subscribe if you have enjoyed this video.