Am I insured through Helpi?

You’re responsible for your own liability and business insurance.

Can I be removed from the platform?

Yes. Repeated complaints, no-shows, or breaches of our Terms of Service will result in suspension or removal.

How do the ratings impact me?

Your Hero Rating is visible on your profile which the customer can see – we find highly rated Heroes get more jobs and more earnings so it always pays to make a good impression with every job you do.

Will the customers be able to rate Heroes?

Yes- after every job, the customer will rate the Hero who completed it, and that rating will appear on their Helpi profile.

What if there’s a dispute?

If the dispute happens whilst you are with the customer try and settle the issue there and then. If you cannot come to an agreement contact Helpi support. We’ll review all messages, job notes, and evidence (like photos) to help resolve disputes fairly.

The job is different to the one the customer booked?

Please explain this to the customer whilst you are there and get agreement for any additional charges you may need to make – for example if the customer booked one hour but you need two hours. You will then have the ability to update the price in the app, however, note the customer also needs to confirm the price change too.

What happens if a customer cancels?

If the job is cancelled last minute, you may still be eligible for partial payment. Each case is reviewed based on our cancellation policy.

Can the customer reschedule?

Life happens – so sometimes the customer may need to reschedule. Helpi tries to minimize this by reminding customers of booked and upcoming jobs so Hero’s have less movement in their calendars.

So what does Helpi do?

The Helpi platform connects qualified trades and service professionals with thousands of customers in an easy and accessible app and offers a secure method of payment allowing you to earn when you want.

Am I employed by Helpi?

No. You’re an independent contractor, not an employee. You control your schedule, accept the jobs you want and are responsible for the work you carry out for the customer.

Can I choose which jobs to take?

Yes! You’ll be notified when new jobs are available. Accept the ones you want- there’s no obligation.

After completing a job, Helpi releases your payment (minus platform fees) to your registered bank account, typically within 3–5 working days.

What are the requirements?

You must be at least 18, have the right to work in your area, own your tools (where applicable), and hold relevant licenses or certifications.

Register on the Helpi Team app, upload your ID, any qualifications, and complete your profile. Once approved, you can start accepting jobs.

What is a Helpi Hero?

Heroes are independent professionals who use the Helpi platform to find customers and earn money by providing home services.

How To

Life as a Self-Employed Electrician: Freedom, Flexibility, and Finding Work with Helpi

Written by

Helpi Team

Published on

18 Oct 2025

If you’re a qualified domestic electrician looking for regular, local work—without paying upfront membership fees or lead charges—then you’re not alone. Across the UK, thousands of skilled electricians are turning to flexible platforms and modern tools to find domestic jobs in their area, minus the hassle and cost.

Let’s explore what domestic electrician work involves, how to get more jobs near you, and why platforms like Helpi are changing the game by never charging electricians to join or accept jobs.

What Are Domestic Electrician Jobs?

Domestic electricians specialise in residential work—homes, flats, and rental properties. Common tasks include:
Replacing or upgrading fuse boxes (consumer units)

Rewiring older properties
Installing lighting, sockets, and extractor fans
Diagnosing and fixing power issues
Conducting Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for landlords
Fitting smart home systems or EV chargers

Unlike commercial work, domestic electrician jobs are often more varied and involve direct interaction with homeowners. They’re perfect for those who enjoy helping people, solving problems, and working independently.

How to Find Domestic Electrician Work Locally?

Traditionally, many electricians relied on:

Word-of-mouth referrals
Local ads or Facebook groups
Checkatrade, MyBuilder, or Rated People (often with monthly fees or per-lead charges)
Agencies that take a cut of every job

These methods can work—but they can also be unreliable, expensive, or time-consuming.
That’s where Helpi steps in.

Why Electricians Are Choosing Helpi

Helpi is a job-matching platform built for tradespeople—and it’s designed to put skilled workers first.
Unlike other platforms, Helpi never charges electricians to join, list their services, or accept a job. That means:

Zero sign-up fees
Zero job acceptance fees
You keep 100% of what you quote
No penalties for rejecting a job

You only pay a small commission after you’ve completed the job successfully—and even then, the fee is taken from the client’s side, not yours.
This fair model empowers electricians to focus on the work, not on paying to chase leads or competing in price wars.

What Makes a Great Domestic Electrician on Helpi?

To thrive on Helpi, focus on:

Professionalism – turn up on time, clean up, and communicate clearly
Transparency – quote fairly and explain what’s involved
Reviews – encourage happy customers to leave feedback
Reliability – responding quickly to job offers in your area

The more positive jobs you complete, the more your reputation grows—and the more jobs Helpi sends your way.

If you’re looking for domestic electrician jobs near you, and you’re tired of paying just to get listed or chase unreliable leads, it’s time to try something better.

Helpi Heroes never pay to join or to accept jobs.
No monthly fees. No per-lead costs. No catch.

Just real local work from real customers—on your terms.

Download Helpi Team now

For all your home needs download the Helpi Life app on the iOS App Store and Android Play Store now.

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