Hiring guide
Electrical Contractors Grimsby
What to check before you hire an electrical contractor, from licensing and permits to quotes and scheduling.
What to look for in an electrical contractor
In Ontario, anyone doing electrical work for pay has to hold an electrical contractor licence from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) and the Electrical Contractor Registration Agency (ECRA). The licence number should be on their website, quotes and vehicles.
A licensed contractor files the ESA permit for the job, so the work is inspected. That protects you when you insure or sell the house.
Questions to ask before you hire
Are you licensed?
Ask for the ECRA/ESA licence number and check it on the ESA website.
Will you file the permit?
Most electrical work needs an ESA permit. A licensed contractor files it for you.
Is the quote in writing?
A written quote should list what's included, the materials and any exclusions.
Who does the work?
Ask whether licensed electricians will be on site and who you contact during the job.
Electrical Contractors in Grimsby: Residential and Commercial Work
Electrical contractors handle planned projects that need coordination: renovations, additions, new builds, service upgrades and commercial fit-outs. On these jobs, scheduling around other trades and inspections matters as much as the wiring.
We take on new construction, basement and renovation wiring and commercial work. Back to our main page on electrical work in Grimsby.
How Much Does an Electrical Contractor Cost?
Small repairs typically cost about $150 to $350, and a panel upgrade typically runs about $2,000 to $4,500. Renovation and new construction work is quoted from the plans or a site visit.
Electrical Contractors questions
How do I check an electrical contractor's licence?
Use the ESA's licence lookup on its website with the contractor's name or ECRA/ESA number.
What's the difference between an electrician and an electrical contractor?
An electrician is a certified tradesperson. An electrical contractor is the licensed business that can take on electrical work for pay and file permits.
Do you work with general contractors?
Yes, on renovations, additions and new builds.
What is DMJ Electric's licence number?
ECRA/ESA #7012295.
Hiring for a project? Call to talk it through.
Call (289) 768-7333Where we work
We serve Grimsby and nearby communities across West Niagara and Stoney Creek.