Find a high voltage electrician near me

Most electricians aren’t qualified to work on systems that operate above 1,000 volts. So, if you need help with a piece of high voltage equipment, you’ll need to find a specially qualified high voltage electrician near you.

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Your questions answered about high voltage electrical contractors

What is a high voltage electrician?

A high voltage electrician is someone who’s qualified to work on systems that operate between 1,000 and 33,000 volts.

These systems aren’t found in the home. Rather, they’re typically found in heavy industrial settings, power generation plants, and high voltage distribution networks.

How much do high voltage electricians make in the UK?

The average high voltage electrician in the UK earns around £50,000 per year .

However, this can vary depending on experience. As an example, an entry level high voltage electrician is likely to earn closer to £35,000 per year, while a senior high voltage electrician could earn over £60,000 per year.

Our electrician cost guide explains more about hourly rates.

What qualifications do you need to work on high voltage?

A high voltage certificate is needed to work on systems that operate between 1,000 volts and 33,000 volts.

What is the highest type of electrician?

A high voltage electrician isn’t necessarily any higher up than a low voltage electrician.

After all, a high voltage certificate doesn’t qualify someone to work on low voltage systems – rather, this requires a low voltage certificate.

As such, it isn’t necessarily a natural progression for low voltage electricians to move onto high voltage systems. And similarly, many electricians will start their career on high voltage systems and may never obtain low voltage certification.

Why hire a high voltage electrician near me?

If you work in a setting with high voltage equipment, hiring a high voltage electrician is a must. Here’s why.

Legal requirement

Individuals without a high voltage certificate aren’t legally allowed to work on high voltage systems.

Doing so would be a breach of the Electricity at Work Regulations and could result in significant financial penalties for the business. In some cases, business owners and directors could even face prison time.

Training

High voltage certification demonstrates that an electrician has had the appropriate training to work with these systems.

In this way, you can be confident that your high voltage electrician has the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to do their job properly.

Safety implications

High voltage systems can be particularly dangerous if not handled correctly.

Working on these systems without the proper certification could lead to the risk of injury and even fatalities – which is why it’s essential to hire a properly certified high voltage electrician.

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How do I find a reputable HV electrician in my area?

Wondering how to find a reputable high voltage electrician near you? Here are our top tips.

Read reviews

Always check to see what others have to say about any HV electricians in your area.

That way, you can make sure to choose someone that others rate.

Get multiple quotes

It’s best to get at least three quotes from high voltage electrical contractors near you.

This will allow you to get a feel for a range of different professionals. Plus, you’ll be able to check that you’re getting a fair and competitive price for the work.

Ask about insurance

Check that the companies you’re considering have the right insurance in place. This will give you confidence that you have protection in case things go wrong.

You’ll be pleased to hear that all our tradespeople must have up-to-date public liability insurance to be listed on the Checkatrade directory.

Ask when they take payment

Reputable high voltage electricians won’t ask for full payment upfront.

Instead, you should be able to pay at least part of the fee after the work has finished.

Get recommendations

Know someone who’s recently had work completed on a high voltage system? Why not ask if they would recommend the specialist they used?

Make sure to cross-reference any recommendations on Checkatrade, so you know they’ve also been checked and vetted by us.

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