Your electrical needs around the house, office or on a new project are a big deal. Cutting corners and working with an unreliable team can cost you more in the long run, not only with your initial investment, but stress and repair costs, and most importantly safety issues. Many businesses can ‘talk the talk’, but it’s important to check they can ‘walk the walk’ too, and that the services and expertise they offer are credible and reliable.
In this blog, we share 5 things to look for and consider when choosing an electrical team — whether you’re a business looking for a reliable trades partner for a new build, or you’re looking for an expert team for a residential job.
Specialised Services
A good starting point when choosing an electrical team is to look into what services they offer and if they offer specialised services. Some companies may specialise in commercial projects while others may primarily do emergency maintenance. At Ehlerth Electrical, our team is skilled and specialised in a number of electrical services, from Solar to Commercial to Hazardous Areas. We can help you evaluate and scope out your electrical needs for a project over a quick chat and provide a personalised quote. Explore our services here.
ISO Certifications and Accreditations
When choosing an electrical team to work with, something to look for is whether they have ISO certifications, industry accreditations and memberships. These accreditations can back up the credibility of the electrical business’ skills, systems and management to feel assured you’re in good hands. As well as this, many of these accreditations have a lengthy process where a high level of standards must be met, showing a company’s commitment to excellence.
Ehlerth Electrical holds the following certifications that display our commitment to excellence and industry standards:
ISO9001 Quality management systems
ISO14001 Environmental management systems
ISO 45001 Occupational health and safety
Gold Master Electrician
Arc Tick Certified
Active Safety System by Safety Connect Australia
Industry Association Member for The Electrical Contractors Association
Testimonials and Reviews
Another way to assure an electrical team’s credibility is to read their testimonials and reviews on Google and Facebook. Real people sharing their experiences can help you decide if this is the right team to work with. Look for what their customers and partners say about their electrical services, such as:
Reliability
Level of professionalism
Expertise, knowledge and skills
Customer service and satisfaction
Whether they become their customers’ go to
Partners in project work
Industry Partners and Network
Look into what teams, partners and professional associations the company has in their network. When searching for an electrical business to work with, you want to choose a team who is well-known in the industry and has a network of industry connections who can back up their skills and values.
Enhance customer satisfaction on a project by teaming up with an electrical partner who is experienced, has high industry standards that can provide the most support on your project.
Company Values
Lastly, look into the electrical business’s company values to check they align with your own and what you need to deliver your project successfully. Are they flexible, reliable and professional? Are they committed to training and up-skilling their team? These points can all help you make a better decision when choosing an electrical team to partner with.
For any assistance with all your business and domestic electrical needs or commercial projects across South East Queensland, get in touch with the Ehlerth Electrical team on 1800 940 413 or enquire here.
