Don’t Hire an Electrician Until You Check These 3 Things
Electrical work affects your home, your insurance, and your family’s safety. Use this quick checklist to confirm any contractor is licensed and insured before you approve the job.
A Low Price Is Not the Same as a Safe Hire
A rushed decision can lead to failed inspections, hidden liability, unsafe work, and expensive repairs.
A professional contractor should be comfortable proving they are licensed and insured before any work begins.
Use this guide with every electrician you consider—including us.
The 3-Step Contractor Check
These three checks take only a few minutes. A reliable contractor should answer every one clearly and in writing.
Verify the Electrical License
Use the Florida DBPR license search. Confirm that the license is active and tied to the company or individual doing the work.
What to look for: Search the contractor or license number yourself. Do not rely only on a screenshot or an old document.
Request Current Liability Insurance
Ask for a current certificate of insurance and check the effective dates and coverage amounts.
What to look for: Insurance protects you if property damage or another serious problem occurs during the work.
Ask About Workers’ Compensation
Confirm coverage for every employee or crew member who may enter your property.
What to look for: An owner’s exemption may not cover additional workers. Ask the question in writing.
Red Flags That Should Stop the Conversation
- They cannot provide an active license number.
- The license name does not match the company.
- They avoid insurance or workers’ compensation questions.
Make the contractor answer in writing.
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A Good Electrician Won’t Be Afraid of Good Questions.
I.M. Electric is licensed, insured, family-owned, and ready to explain the work before we begin.