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What Do I Need to Know Before Hiring an Electrician in Lincoln

Attempting electrical repairs by yourself or hiring just anyone to perform these tasks can be severely detrimental to your safety and result in millions of dollars worth of property damage. It is in your best interest to always hire a licensed electrician to handle your electrical issues, no matter how minor they may be, as this is the only way to guarantee that the job will be done safely, effectively, and in accordance with the requirements of the Lincoln Building & Safety Code.

Therefore, we recommend always calling an experienced Lincoln electrician to help you handle situations like:

• Obtaining permits
• Conducting electrical safety inspections
• Wiring a newly built or renovated home
• Conducting electrical safety inspections
• Repairing or replacing faulty fixtures and outlets

Are You Licensed as an Electrician in Lincoln?

Electricians who wish to operate in Lincoln must hold a valid electrical license issued by the Nebraska State Electrical Division. Electricians who fail to obtain a license before carrying out electrical works are guilty of a misdemeanor, which attracts jail time of up to six months, a maximum fine of $500, or both.

You can utilize the Electrician License Search portal maintained by the Nebraska State Electrical Division website to confirm an electrician's license status - always do this before finalizing agreements with them.

What Rates Do You Charge for Your Electrical Services in Lincoln?

Electricians in Lincoln charge an average of $40 to $100 per hour for their services. However, note that the actual cost of your electrical services will vary based on the nature of the electrical work to be done and other factors like the following:

• Your location within the city
• The cost of the required permit
• The material and labor costs required for the job
• The expertise and reputation of your preferred electrician

It is advisable to get and compare quotes from different electricians before hiring. This is an effective way to get a good idea of the current market rates and also spot electricians who overcharge for their services.

Are You a Master Electrician in Lincoln?

Electricians in Lincoln can be categorized into various levels, depending on their expertise:

• Apprentice Electricians: These are electricians still undergoing hands-on training. An apprentice electrician is not permitted to perform any electrical work unless they are being directly supervised by a licensed electrician.
• Journeyman Electricians: A journeyman electrician is an electrician who has attained at least four years of verifiable and acceptable work experience and subsequently passed a state-administered licensing exam. They are qualified to work independently on a variety of electrical projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial.
• Residential Journeyman Wireman: Residential journeyman electricians/wiremen typically require only three years of verifiable and acceptable electrical work experience to obtain a state-issued license. These electricians are also electrical work intended for residential buildings (specifically single-family and multifamily dwellings not exceeding three stories).
• Electrical Contractors: Electrical contractors (also known as master electricians) are highly skilled electricians who have attained at least five years of verifiable and acceptable hands-on work experience or an acceptable educational plus hands-on combination. These electricians are typically capable of undertaking any electrical job.

Always hire an appropriately experienced electrician for your projects and confirm their license status before committing to them; this way, you can ensure that you receive the best services.

Will My Electrical Project Require a Permit in Lincoln?

An electrical permit is required for any work that involves installing, altering, renewing, replacing, and repairing electrical systems in Lincoln. However, no permit is required for installing, altering, or repairing electrical equipment for the operation or transmission of electronic signals or data by wire.

The Lincoln Building and Safety Department (LBSD) is responsible for issuing these permits; you can contact this department at (402) 441-7521 or via email for inquiries on its permitting process or assistance with pulling required permits.

What Type of Electrical Services Do You Offer in Lincoln?

Licensed electricians in Lincoln offer a wide range of electrical services to residents and visitors, such as:

Will You Be Doing the Work, or Do You Outsource the Electrical Work in Lincoln?

Lincoln electricians usually get the job done themselves. However, several factors, like the magnitude of the work or project deadlines, may see them outsource electrical work to other electricians. Nonetheless, always confirm if any parts of your work will be outsourced before committing to any electricians in the city. If the answer to this is yes, then you should take the following actions:

• Find out who the work is being outsourced to
• Confirm that they are appropriately licensed and experienced
• Confirm that they are adequately insured and bonded
• Get a lien waiver that releases you from liabilities if the electrician fails to pay these third parties on time

Are You a Fully Insured and Bonded Lincoln Electrician?

Electricians in Lincoln are required to carry public liability insurance of at least $500,000 per occurrence before offering their services in the city. Hiring an insured electrician for any of your electrical projects is in your best interest as this will protect you from liabilities if injuries, accidents, and other similar adverse events occur during the work.

Always confirm your electricians' insurance status before hiring by requesting a copy of their insurance certificates and verifying these documents with the relevant insurance provider.

Do You Offer Any Warranties on Your Electrical Work in Lincoln?

Professional electricians in Lincoln will always warranty their work and project materials, guaranteeing you that the installed or serviced electrical parts will function as intended for a reasonable time. Never hire any electrician who does not offer warranties or tries to downplay their importance.

While the duration of these warranties typically varies from one electrician to another, make sure that any warranty you are offered is valid for at least one year. Also, get a written copy of the warranty and thoroughly read its terms and conditions.

How Do I Resolve Any Issue I Have With Your Services in Lincoln?

You can file complaints about unsatisfactory electrical services and other electrical scams involving Lincoln electricians with the Nebraska Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division online or by completing and mailing a complaint form to: