What’s the difference between an electrical contractor and an electrician?

Simply put, an electrician is the individual and the electrical contractor is the company that employs one or more electricians. In South Africa, the terms are often used interchangeably.

When should you get an electrical contractor?

Electrical contractors can issue certificates of compliance for homes or electric fences.
Electrical contractors can help you with breakers that trip or fuses that blow often.
Installing lights, plugs, switches, extractor fans, power breakers, DV boxes, or power boards are best done by electrical contractors. Faulty electrical installations pose a serious risk to your home.
If you have any plugs or switches that are warm to the touch or emit small shocks, call out an electrician to have it assessed as soon as possible. This may be a sign of faulty wiring or overloading and could lead to fires or serious damage if left unattended.

Does an electrical contractor or electrician have to be registered?

By law, electricians need to be registered with the Department of Labour.
To register as an electrical contractor, you need to pass an NQF level 3 electrical engineering course, obtain a wireman’s license and pass a national exam.
Ask your electrician for their registration to make sure they are qualified

What does an electrical contractor cost?

Take a look at our guide for electricians’ costs

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GAV ELECTRICAL PTY LTD

Electrician, Solar Specialist, Renovator +7 more

70 reviews

Usually 31.4km from Midrand

I'm absolutely happy and realy never hesitate to anyone who want to use this new upcoming company of a 26th year old director whose is vehemently skillful and knowledgeable with trust and hardworking.

— in Midrand, Johannesburg

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Mashole

Electrician, Solar Specialist

40 reviews

Usually 19.4km from Midrand

Mashole has a wealth of knowledge with electrical, is very humble went out of his way to assist me in my electrical installation work.He was very respectful with the whole Covid-19 situation, he did more than he was suppose to and I recommend him to anyone that requires his services. What a lad!!!

— in Lone Hill, Sandton

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Dumi

Electrician, Solar Specialist

23 reviews

Usually 11.5km from Midrand

Recent projects: tiling, building, electrical

He was a good guy. He talks well. He didn't show up with all his tools but I think he wasn't coming from his workshop - and wanted to come and help quickly. It worked out in the end.

— in Sunninghill, Sandton

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Mike

Electrician, Painter, Handyman +5 more

7 reviews

Usually 1.3km from Midrand

First met Mike when he worked for two of my neighbors as a builder. He did a great job of building and plastering of their walls, that's when I got to chat to him and found out that he dabbles in many things and excel at everything. He is not only jack of all trades, he masters all!

— in Midrand, Johannesburg

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Mike

Electrician, Garage and Gate Motor Specialist, Gas Specialist +3 more

15 reviews

Usually 17.3km from Midrand

I found him to be satisfactory. I am happy with him. I have used him on several occasions, whatever I had asked him to do he has done well. He was punctual, very tidy and his pricing was reasonable.

— in Johannesburg, Johannesburg

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Edson Ngwenya

Electrician, Ceilings & Partitions Specialist, Painter +7 more

8 reviews

Usually 15.0km from Midrand

Edson did electrical installations at my house where he did all the tubing, switches, plugs, and the DB board. Everything was done professionally and I was satisfied. His work was neat and he cleaned afterward and left the place clean. He is hardworking, reliable, and knowledgeable about his work. I can recommend his services.

— in Sandton, Johannesburg

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James

Electrician, Appliance Repairer, Solar Specialist +2 more

3 reviews

Usually 0.4km from Midrand

I used Ndavhaleseni to install a solar system at my house. He is hardworking, reliable, and delivers quality work. He does the work promptly, delivers on time, and his prices are reasonable. His work is neat, there were no comebacks, and I recommend him to others.

— in Midrand, Johannesburg

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Skool

Electrician, Solar Specialist, Garden Services +7 more

3 reviews

Usually 0.6km from Midrand

I used Skhulile to do electrical wiring for my two-roomed house. He is punctual, reliable, and he has extensive knowledge of his work. His prices are reasonable, he works neatly, and there were no complaints. He does the work thoroughly, I never had any complaints, and I recommend him to others.

— in Johannesburg, Johannesburg

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Mr Magee

Electrician, Solar Specialist, Garage and Gate Motor Specialist +5 more

3 reviews

Usually 0.6km from Midrand

Brian performed very well when l hired him last week, he was prompt and thorough and l haven't encountered any problems as yet since he came to perform the task. He repaired some lights and plugs and he did a neat job fir a reasonable service fee. He came through as a referral and l can't fault him for anything.

— in Johannesburg, Johannesburg

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Newturn

Electrician, Solar Specialist, Garage and Gate Motor Specialist +4 more

4 reviews

Usually 6.0km from Midrand

Newturn worked under my supervision for 1 year at Lindokuhle engineering. He is a great team player, who works very hard and is skilled. He was always on duty on time. He holds a diploma in electrical engineering. I did not have any struggles with him as an employee during his 1-year contract.

— in Sunninghill, Sandton

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