Looking for an HDB Approved Electrician List?
When planning electrical rewiring or renovation, verify the individual responsible for the work instead of relying solely on an unverified “HDB-approved electrician” claim. EMA provides an official directory for checking licensed electrical workers.
Planning to rewire your flat? Our HDB rewiring service page explains what the work involves.
What Is a LEW?
LEW means Licensed Electrical Worker. It refers to an individual licensed by EMA. Depending on licence class and authorised scope, a LEW may carry out or supervise relevant electrical installation work.
How to Verify an Electrician
- Obtain the name of the worker responsible for carrying out or supervising the work.
- Search the official ELISE directory.
- Confirm licence details and validity.
- Clarify the worker's responsibility and scope.
- Review applicable HDB Electrical Works Guidelines.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
Ask who will be responsible for the electrical work, what is included, whether permits or testing apply, which materials and points are included, what restoration is covered and how variations are quoted.
Understanding the Quotation
A licence is one part of the decision. Understand the scope, wiring method, points, testing, handover and exclusions. If full rewiring is recommended, ask why; if partial rewiring is proposed, clarify what will be replaced and retained.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an official HDB approved electrician list?
For licence verification, use EMA's official LEW directory. Do not treat an unverified marketing claim as proof of a licence.
What does LEW mean?
Licensed Electrical Worker, an individual licensed by EMA for work within the licence scope.
How do I check whether an electrician is licensed?
Use the ELISE directory and verify relevant details and validity.
Does all HDB rewiring require an LEW?
HDB guidelines require electrical wiring installation work to be carried out by an EMA-licensed electrical worker; specific permit and testing requirements depend on the work.
Is a licensed electrician the same as a licensed technician?
EMA issues different classes with different authorised scopes.
What should I check before accepting a quote?
Confirm responsible LEW, scope, points, materials, permits, testing, restoration and exclusions.
Can I request a quote before deciding full or partial rewiring?
Yes. Explain the property requirements; the scope should follow assessment.
Official sources
This guide is general information and is not a substitute for professional inspection. Electrical work on fixed installations in Singapore must be carried out or supervised by an appropriately Licensed Electrical Worker.
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