Setting Up

Practical considerations for starting your electrical business from initial planning to daily operations. Articles cover skills assessment, premises, finance, location, advertising, networking, accounting, staffing and vehicles.

A Shop, Workshop or Work from Home?

Comparing home-based, workshop and shop setups for starting an electrical business and their costs and practicality.

Advertising Your Electrical Business

Getting customers for your electrical business means putting your name in front of the right people at the right time.

Business Energy for Your Trade Premises: What to Watch for

When you take on a new workshop, unit or yard, the electricity supply is rarely as straightforward as flicking a switch. Every commercial meter point in Gr

Electrical Business Trade Associations and Clubs

Join trade associations and clubs to network with other electricians, get discounts, and stay updated on industry regulations and training.

Find the Right Location for the Business

Choosing the right location for your electrical business can make or break your success, so scout competitors and plan carefully.

Finding Good Suppliers

How to find reliable suppliers for your electrical repair business through trade shows, online wholesalers and local trade counters.

Following a Loss Leader

When a repair estimate goes wrong, an electrical business owner turns the mistake into an opportunity to build customer loyalty and boost sales.

Get Start Up Finance

Learn where to find startup funding for your new business, from family loans to bank options and what to consider before borrowing.

Having a Sleeping Partner

A sleeping partner funds your electrical business startup but stays out of day-to-day operations, letting you run things your way.

Keeping Business Accounts

Set up a basic accounts system for your electrical repair business to track expenses, invoices, and cash flow accurately.

Networking for Your Business

Build business relationships through local groups, sports, and social events to attract clients and create new opportunities.

Staff: PAYE or Self Employed?

Decide whether to pay your electrical staff through PAYE or hire them as self-employed contractors and understand your legal obligations.

Vehicles for Electrical Repairs

Choose the right van size and insurance for your electrical repair business, and use it as a mobile advertisement.

What Business Skills Do You Have?

Being great at your trade isn't enough to run a successful business; you also need basic business skills or a partner who has them.

What Electrical Skills Do You Have?

Before starting an electrical repair business, honestly assess whether you have the hands-on skills or just enthusiasm.