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Using a Qualified Local Electrical Contractor

There is nothing quite as valuable as the ability to identify a skilled and experienced electrical contractor in your area. Whether you are looking to install new lighting in your home or office, or you have recently completed construction on a house and need assistance with wiring and electrical appliance installation, it is essential to recognize the seriousness of electrical work. Attempting to handle electrical tasks without proper certification can be extremely dangerous. Making a mistake in electrical connections can lead to disaster, and even result in serious injuries from electric shocks. It is imperative to hire a qualified local electrical contractor who can ensure the safe installation of cables, lighting, and other electrical systems. Here are the top 5 advantages of utilizing a certified local electrical contractor for your electrical needs.

Experience and skills

Experience and skills are very vital in working with electricity, and they are not something to mess with. Of course, there are DIY resources through the internet, books, magazines, etc, but that may not guarantee a clean job. Regardless of the size and nature of the electrical work, reliable local electrical contractors near you have skills, knowledge, and experience needed to handle the project. They do these types of job regularly and understand the processes and procedure needed to do the project in a flawless, effective manner.

Your home is protected

Improper installation can bring down the efficiency of any home. There is no point trying to do it yourself if you don’t understand the inner workings.

Rich knowledge of the local electrical regulations

Certified electrical contractors are well-versed and familiar with the local electrical codes and regulations, including the state and national codes. These codes exist to ensure proper electrical installation, function, and safety. By using a certified local electrical contractor, the necessary inspections can be scheduled and approved.

Your safety is of prior importance

Electricity can be very dangerous to work around, particularly if you have not been properly trained. Electrical works done by inexperienced individuals poses a safety risk to you, your family, and the neighborhood. Even with in-depth training resources, there is no way you can measure up to the knowledge and experience of any licensed electrical contractor near you. Hiring an expert, even for a small electrical work will ensure everything is carried out in a safe manner.

Saves time and money

Hiring an experienced electrical contractor near you will save you money, time as well as frustration in the future. Not only that, they will provide you with a safer home.

Job will be done right the first time

Hiring an inexperienced electrical contractor or attempting to do it by yourself could ultimately lead you to hire a qualified n experienced electrical contractor to do a more complex job courtesy of you. If, however, you have hired an expert from the start, you should expect your job to be done correctly without any need for emergency fixes later.  For further reading please follow our Blog.

Conclusion

Never risk the integrity of your home or safety to practice your DIY Skills. For an electrical contractor that has your safety in mind, you may need to consider empireelec.com. We can expertly handle any type of re-wiring, maintenance, installation of electric water heaters, security alarms etc.

Stephen M, Lead Technician – Lighting Specialist

Steve brings many years of electrical experience and lighting experience. Steve is well versed in all facets of lighting including HID Lighting, LED Lghting, Energy Conservation, Bucket Trucks, Sign lighting.

Perry W, Lead Technician

Patrick B, Lead Technician

Lance N., Apprentice Electrician

Justin S, Lead Technician

Jason T, Lead Technician

Ernest Render, Journeyman Electrician

On any given day you will never see Ernest with a smile. From his infectious laugh to his ability to mold aspiring electricians Ernest has left many lasting impressions on our future generation. His patience and teaching ability are second to none.

Gary S., Lead Technician – Journeyman Electrician

We are proud to have Gary as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team.

Daniel L, Apprentice

We are proud to have Daniel as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team.

Evelin M, Administrative Assistant

We are proud to have Evelin as our Administrative Assistant for Empire Electric.

Michele S, Accounting

Michele has been working in the electrical trade for the last 20 years, with that it has brought her a vast range of experience in the electrical industry. In her early years she worked in the warehouse which allowed her to learn the parts and basics behind electrical work. When she transferred into the office it allowed her to be able to talk to the customers and answers their questions over the phone. She has handled everything from dispatching, accounting and management of employees. Providing top notch customer service to our customers is her number one goal. It makes her feel good to be able to be the first point of contact to our customers to help assist them over the phone then to schedule for the technicians to resolve their electrical needs. The end result is making sure our customers are completely satisfied from start to finish. On her days off, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughters doing outdoor activities such as kayaking, camping and water sports. In her spare time she enjoys scrapbooking and reading. We are pleased to have Michele as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team

Kitty JonJock, Permit Coordinator

With permitting being an integral part of construction combined with the sheer volume of permits Empire Electric Inc. pulls with the different locale’s we are pleased to have someone with the experience and expertise dedicated to handling our very important and critical permitting indenture. From coordination to scheduling Kitty can handle the most critical or sensitive permitting with ease. Kitty brings over 20 years of combined Electrical and Mechanical experience in the construction / contracting field.

Jon Brockel, Project Manager

Dave Thompson, Service Manager

Dave is a native of Jacksonville. With over 25 years of electrical experience Dave performs the daily duty of smooth running fleet of technicians. From his combined electrical experience with impeccable customer service skills and techno0logy, Dave is able to maintain a smooth running service department and handle customers hand in hand.

Jim Sullivan, Owner – Vice President

Jim Sullivan is a native of Jacksonville, Florida, he attended Englewood High School and went right into the Electrical trade out of high school in 1983. He worked in the field as an electrician’s helper and then a Lead man then obtained his electrical license in the trade in 1990. Ove the course of 32 years in the trade he has gained a vast range of electrical knowledge by working on many different projects. He transferred into the office in 1999 to become a project manager, where he took off sets of plans for commercial and military jobs. He followed each job thru that he was awarded where he managed crews and over saw the job sites. He is eager and excited to be on a new adventure with his own company to be able to build on his customer basis and continue to provide outstanding customer service. During his off time, Jim enjoys spending time with his two sons boating and camping. He received his private pilot’s license in 2001 and enjoys flying in his spare time as well. We are proud to have Jim as part of our Jacksonville Electrician Team.

Rich Speaker, Owner – President

Rich is President of Empire Electric Inc. Rich was born and raised in Buffalo, New York in where he graduated Lafayette High School and joined the United States Navy. While in the Navy, Rich began his path in the electrical trade as a Electricians Mate stationed in Philadelphia Pennsylvania and subsequently upon the Conventional Aircraft Carrier, John F. Kennedy CV67, ultimately ending in Jacksonville, FL with an Honorable Discharge.Still young and eager to fulfill his thirst for knowledge in the electrical trade, R applied as an Electricians Helper. While progressing through the ranks as Electrician Helper, Rich decided it was time to utilize his G.I. Bill that was given for his military service. Wanting to integrate Electrical and Computer networking, Rich decided to attend night school to obtain his Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer MCSE certification in 2006. After the birth of his two children, Rich decided it was time to once again further his education and knowledge of the electrical trade. In December 2010 Rich obtained his Florida State Certified Master Electrician License EC13004667 and subsequently being accepted in to the Jacksonville Master Electricians Association J.M.E.A.