You wouldn’t consider going to a doctor or beautician who isn’t licensed to practice, because we know that licensing is in place as a means of protecting consumers from potentially dangerous situations. Yet, many people will allow anyone to rewire their home – whether licensed to do so, or not. Just placing an ad in the newspaper doesn’t make someone qualified. It is illegal for unlicensed electricians to practice because it’s dangerous! Those who utilize these self-professed electricians are putting their safety and that of their family at serious risk from fire and electrocution. To find out if someone is licensed in Texas, go to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation website at www.license.state.tx.us/licensesearch. Select “Inquire by License Type” and “Electricians” from the drop down menu. Then, select “Inquire by County”, and pick your county from the drop down menu. A list will appear of those in your county who are licensed by the state. You can also elect to do a search by name to see if a specific person is qualified. Just type the name in the designated space.
Article courtesy of Rio Grande Electric Cooperative, Inc.
