Do you need to have electrical work done in your home? If so, you should always make sure you’re working with a licensed electrician. Don’t be afraid to ask an electrician to provide you with proof that shows they’ve taken the proper steps to earn their license. All electricians in Colorado are required to obtain a license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Electrical Board by passing an exam. They also need to meet several other important requirements. Learn more about them below.
Residential Wireman
This is the most basic type of electrician. They specialize in installing electrical wiring inside of homes. To get a license to become a residential wireman, an electrician must prove that they have at least 4,000 hours worth of experience when it comes to installing electrical construction wiring for things like lights, heat, and power over the course of the last two years.
Journeyman Electrician
This type of electrician is a step up from the residential wireman, as they can perform electrical work in both homes and businesses. They need to be able to prove that they have at least 8,000 hours worth of experience over the last four years working on electrical wiring for lights, heat, and power. Additionally, they need to have at least 4,000 hours worth of experience over the last two years working on electrical jobs in commercial and/or industrial settings.
Master Electrician
This type of electrician is the best kind of electrician around. To get licensed, master electricians need to meet all the qualifications of a journeyman electrician. They also need to have at least 2,000 hours worth of experience with regards to electrical planning and supervising electrical installations over the last year.
If you’re searching for a licensed electrician to set you up with electrical services, look no further than the electricians at Always on Electric. We can provide residential, commercial, industrial, and even agricultural electrical services and make sure your next electrical project goes according to plan. Call us at 970-309-2616 to schedule an appointment.