Why you should get an electrician to install a video doorbell

A video doorbell adds an extra layer of security to your home. With a wireless camera in place, you can keep an eye on visitors while you’re home or away.

These little devices come in various types and sizes – some of them work with batteries, while others are hardwired. If you choose to install one that’s hardwired, we recommend hiring a Part P qualified electrician. These professionals are certified to work with electricity and have all the right tools and experience to get the job done quickly and safely.

Most hardwired video doorbells come with rechargeable batteries. So before your electrician start the work, make sure these are fully charged. Your electrician will turn off the main power and then remove your old doorbell. They’ll prep the wall and if it’s necessary, drill new holes before connecting the doorbell wires. If the wires are too short, they’ll use wire extenders. After your electrician has secured all the connections, they’ll attach the faceplate, turn the power back on and test your doorbell before they go.

How can Local Heroes help?

Whether you have a Ring doorbell or any other, we work around the clock to make sure you’re getting the best service from your electrician. After every job, we ask our customers for open and honest feedback and we guarantee the work for 12 months. So you know you’re in safe hands.

This guarantee is backed by British Gas and covers the labour and all parts. If something goes wrong in the first 12 months, simply call your Local Hero and explain the issue. We always give them the opportunity to put things right first. But if you’d like to speak to a member of our team, just give us a call.