How to Find a Qualified Commercial Qualified Electrician in an Emergency

When you are faced with an electrical emergency in your business, finding a qualified, experienced electrician will be front of mind. How do you find an electrician that you can trust in the midst of an electrical emergency? As with many other emergencies, it’s better to be prepared in advance. As you build your professional network, make sure that a commercial electrician is on your list. Here are some items that should be on your checklist when looking for a qualified commercial electrician (prior to and) in an emergency situation:

• Do they serve your industry? There are electricians that specialize in different types of business industries or service sectors. The emergency services you may eventually need are predicated on the type of electrical systems you have. For example, if you’re a restaurant owner and you lose electricity to your food coolers you will need an electrician that is knowledgeable in restaurant equipment.
• Are they experienced? Working with an experienced emergency electrical contractor is crucial to preventing further damage and loss.
• Are they available? Look for an electrician that not only provides 24/7 service but that has service personnel professional available to answer calls.
• Do they serve your area? Make certain the electrician you’re researching provides all-area services. Cirtcele Electric is one of the few Phoenix based electrical contractors that has its own private plane to best serve our commercial clients that may have locations outside of the area.
• Do they have references? Ask for references from current and past clients that have had to call upon them in an emergency situation
• Do they employ licensed master electricians?
• Are they bonded and insured?
• Are they approved by your insurance company?
• Do they have expertise in your particular area of need?
• Will they provide a statement – upfront – of what needs to be done at the time of the call?

Having an electrician that is familiar with your particular needs will help in a time of crisis. Additionally, having periodic electrical system inspections and maintenance will reduce the number of emergency electrical service calls you have to make.