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There’s a Right and a Wrong Way to Shop for a Portland/Vancouver Electrical Contractor.

There are several electricians and electrical contractors in the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, WA metropolitan area. So you have several options for hiring.

You would be wise to make sure you are getting the job done correctly and safely. When you hire a Portland, Oregon electrician you are entrusting someone with an important part of your business or home. Having faulty wiring at best can be inconvenient and at worst can be very dangerous.

The wrong way to hire is to hire the first electrical name that pops up on your web browser or has a flyer on the bulletin board at the corner store.

You need to be confident that the contractor you hire has the training, skill and experience required.

Here are the electrical standards you should look for when hiring a Portland, OR electrician.

• Fully Licensed. The consequences of electrical work done incorrectly can be life-threatening. Don’t just hire a handyman who claims to know how to do electrical work. Always ask to see licenses and certifications.
• Experienced Electricians. Ask how many years of experience the electrical company has. Amp Electric has been working in the northwest for over 20 years.
• Ask about Insurance. Hiring a contractor who is not insured means that you as the owner of the home or business may be held liable for any damage that occurs during the work.
• Ask about Bonding. Don’t hire an electrician in the Portland, OR area that is not fully-bonded.  If a bonded company walks away without completing the work, the company bonding the contractor will pay you compensation.
• Expect written estimates with no hidden charges. Unless certain issues arise that you have discussed in advance, you should know what the job will cost you.

In Portland and the surrounding areas the number to call for a qualified electrical contractor who has experience on large and small jobs is (503) 896-3171. For the Vancouver and surrounding areas call (360) 910-5805.