Electrician Software (2026): 10 Tools for Electrical Contractors

Electricians juggle more paperwork than most trades. On top of quotes, diaries and invoices, there are test results to record and certificates to issue, often on a customer's kitchen table at the end of a long day. The right electrician software brings all of that into one place, so you leave site with the job finished and the paperwork done.

I've listed ten options in no particular order. Some are full job management systems, and others are certificate apps built for UK electricians, because many firms end up using one of each. I've used each vendor's own website and directory listings, plus what electricians report, to keep it fair. For faster quoting ideas, see my guide on how electricians can use automation to quote faster.

Electrician software in one table

The free plan column follows each vendor's own site: a permanent free plan, a free trial only, or neither. Check the current terms before you sign up.

Tool	Type	Good for	Free plan
Electraform	Certification software	UK electricians who want pay as you go certificates	No
Fergus	Trade job management	Electrical firms wanting jobs tracked start to finish	Trial only
Housecall Pro	Home service platform	US residential electricians wanting online booking	Trial only
iCertifi	Certificate apps	UK electricians issuing certificates on iPhone or iPad	Trial only
Jobber	Home service platform	Small teams wanting simple quotes and scheduling	Trial only
Powered Now	UK trade app	UK electricians wanting certificates plus job management	Trial only
ServiceM8	Job management app	Sole traders and small crews doing short jobs	Yes
Simpro	Job and project management	Contractors mixing service calls with larger projects	No
Tradecert	Certification software	UK electricians wanting AI help with certificates	Yes
Tradify	Trade job management	Small trade teams wanting quotes to invoices	Trial only

Ten electrician software tools in alphabetical order

Electraform

Best for: UK electricians who mainly need certificates and reports, and prefer paying per use over a subscription.

Fergus

Best for: Small electrical contractors who want each job tracked from enquiry through quote, work and invoice.

Housecall Pro

Best for: Residential electricians in the US who want online booking, reminders and invoicing in one app.

iCertifi

Best for: UK electricians who want to complete EICRs, installation certificates and minor works on a tablet, even offline.

Jobber

Best for: Electricians moving off paper who want a straightforward app for quotes, scheduling and invoices.

Powered Now

Best for: UK electrical businesses that want quotes, invoices and electrical certificates handled together from the van.

ServiceM8

Best for: Sole operators and small electrical teams who handle lots of short jobs and want everything on a phone.

Simpro

Best for: Electrical contractors running both service work and bigger installation projects with stock to manage.

Tradecert

Best for: UK electricians who want help pulling data into EICRs and other certificates, with a free plan to start.

Tradify

Best for: Small electrical and AV businesses that want quoting, scheduling, timesheets and invoicing in one place.

Job management or certificate app: what electricians need

It helps to know which problem you're solving. Job management software runs the business side: enquiries, quotes and estimates, scheduling, dispatch, invoices and customer reminders. Certificate software focuses on test results and electrical certificates and reports.

Some job management tools include certificates, and some certificate apps add a few business features, but plenty of electricians run one of each. If certificates are most of your admin, start there. If chasing quotes and invoices is the real drain, start with job management.

Electrical contractor checklist for picking software

• Scheduling and dispatch that shows who's on which job, with easy changes when plans move.
• Quotes and estimates with templates for common jobs, photos and online acceptance.
• Certificates that match the forms you issue, with test results that carry across without retyping.
• A mobile app that works offline in a loft, a basement or a new build without signal.
• Invoicing on site, card payments and a link to your accounting software.
• Customer reminders for periodic inspections and follow-up work.
• Simple export of customers, jobs and certificates if you ever move on.

Things electricians wish they'd asked before choosing software

• Will the certificate forms stay in line with the current wiring regulations, and how are updates handled?
• Can I sign certificates and send them to the customer from site?
• Does it work on the devices my team already carries?
• How easy is it to add an apprentice or a new electrician?
• What's the minimum contract, and what notice is needed to leave?

Once invoices go out from site, clear terms help them land on time. My guide to invoice payment terms explains what to put on them.

Electrician software slip-ups to avoid

• Buying a big platform when what you need is quicker certificates.
• Keeping test results on paper and typing them up later, which doubles the work.
• Not checking that the app works offline before relying on it on site.
• Rolling out to the whole team at once instead of starting with a couple of electricians.
• Forgetting to plan how you'll keep old certificates you're required to hold.

Which electrician software type suits sole traders and teams

A sole trader often does well with a phone-based job app plus a certificate app, ideally with a free plan or trial to try first. You'll want fast quotes, a tidy diary and certificates you can send before leaving the customer's home.

Growing electrical contractors with an office, apprentices and commercial work usually need stronger scheduling, project tracking, stock and reporting. Those systems tend to start with a demo and take longer to set up, so involve your lead electricians early. When you're ready to bring in more work, my list of AI tools for winning more electrical leads is a good next read.

Do you make electrician software? Tool makers can ask to be considered for a featured place on this list.

Settling on electrician software with confidence

Shortlist two or three tools and use them for real: quote a job, schedule it, complete a certificate and send the invoice. Ask the electricians who'll use it every day what they think, and choose the one they'll keep using when they're tired at the end of a shift.

Frequently asked questions

What is electrician software?

It's software that helps electrical businesses run jobs and paperwork. Job management tools handle quotes and estimates, scheduling, invoices and reminders, while certificate apps record test results and produce electrical certificates.

Do I need separate certificate software?

Not always. Some job management tools include electrical certificates, but many electricians prefer a dedicated certificate app alongside their job system. Check which forms each tool supports before you decide.

Can I use electrician software offline?

Many apps let you work offline and sync later, which helps in lofts, basements and new builds. Check the vendor's own site, and try it without signal during your trial.

Is electrician software worth it for a sole trader?

If evenings go on typing up certificates, writing quotes and chasing invoices, a simple app can give you that time back. A free plan or trial lets you see the difference first.

How do I move my old certificates across?

Most tools let you import customers, but older certificates may need to stay in your previous system or as files. Keep them safe and easy to find, as you may need them later.