If you require commercial or home electrical repair, you’ll need the expertise of a qualified electrician. However, many people are unaware that these professionals tend to fall into one of two categories: journeymen and master electricians. To learn more about the differences between the two types and what they can do for you, consult the brief guide below. 

What Is a Journeyman Electrician?

An aspiring electrician must complete about 8,000 hours of hands-on training under a master electrician, which can take about four years. After their apprenticeship, they become journeymen and are licensed to carry out several services without supervision, including fixing malfunctioning breakers and lights, service work, and outlet and wire installations. Other more complicated tasks will require the supervision of a master electrician. 

What Is a Master Electrician?

A master electrician has the highest certification level. After fulfilling the journeyman’s requirements, these professionals undergo additional education, hands-on training, and extensive testing to stay abreast of new electrical procedures, products, and components. Master electricians receive additional training in project management, building codes, and safety regulations in conjunction with electrical fundamentals. These qualified electricians can also supervise a team of journeymen. Even on complex projects, you can be confident that a master electrician will have the skills, tools, and team to get the job done.

No job is too small for the master electricians at AA Electric. As Honolulu’s go-to electrical company, they have provided quality services to residents and businesses throughout the area since 1947. Whether you need residential electrical repairs or commercial installations, they have the expertise to complete the job safely. Call (808) 841-4131 today to request a free estimate, or visit their website for more details about their available services. You can also follow them on Facebook for more helpful tips.