Electricians charge a higher rate for their services because of the specialized skill level, knowledge, and expertise required to complete the work. Electricians must be trained and certified to work with electricity by the EMA, so they have invested a great amount of time into developing their skills and knowledge of the field. Electricians also have to stay up to date with the latest technology, codes, and regulations, as well as invest in protective equipment and tools in order to perform their job safely. Electricians also have to take on the liability for any mistakes that may occur, so they need to plan for this financial risk by charging enough money to cover their costs. All of these factors combine to explain why electricians charge so much money.