As specialists in a range of services, including electrical installation, at Airkool we often see uncertainty around the difference between residential and commercial electrical installations.
So, we’ve created this blog to answer any questions around a recurring customer question on ‘Residential vs Commercial Electrical Installations: What’s the Difference?’
What is a residential electrician?
A residential electrician is a professional electrician who specialises in working within residential properties, such as houses, and apartments. Their primary focus is on the electrical needs of homeowners, ensuring the safe installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
What sort of jobs does a residential electrician deal with?
Residential electricians handle a variety of tasks, including installing wiring, outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, and addressing electrical issues in homes. They play a crucial role in maintaining the electrical safety and functionality of residential spaces.
What is a commercial electrician?
A commercial electrician is a professional electrician who specialises in working within commercial and industrial settings. Unlike residential electricians who focus on homes, commercial electricians handle the electrical needs of businesses, factories, warehouses, retail establishments, and other non-residential structures.
What sort of jobs does a commercial electrician deal with?
At Airkool, we are very familiar with the jobs of a commercial electrician. Alongside electrical installations, we provide ongoing maintenance, inspection testing, electrical testing and more. This can involve working with more complex and higher-capacity electrical systems, such as large-scale lighting installations, electrical components, and other specialised equipment.
Our extensive, specialist in-house team of NICEIC registered electrical engineers are well-versed in safety regulations, and the unique requirements of commercial properties. We work on projects ranging from office buildings and retail spaces to industrial facilities and always ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems within these environments.
What businesses need a commercial electrician?
Several types of businesses and industries require the expertise of commercial electricians to address their unique electrical needs. Here are some examples:
- Retail Stores: Commercial electricians are needed for lighting installations, electrical panel upgrades, and general electrical maintenance in retail spaces.
- Offices: Commercial electricians are essential for installing and maintaining electrical systems in office buildings, including lighting, power outlets, and data wiring.
- Manufacturing Facilities: Industrial settings require commercial electricians for maintaining machinery, installing, and repairing electrical systems, and ensuring overall safety.
- Warehouses and Distribution Centers: Large storage facilities and distribution centres require commercial electricians for lighting, power distribution, and the installation of specialised equipment.
- Construction Sites: While not a business per se, construction sites often require commercial electricians for temporary power setups, electrical installations in new buildings, and other construction-related electrical work.
These examples highlight the diversity of businesses that may require the services of commercial electricians and highlights why it is so important to hire a reliable, experienced commercial electrician.
Where can I find a commercial electrician?
As the leading electrical contractors in Hull, when your business needs commercial electrical work completing, Airkool will deliver.
Our extensive, specialist in-house team of NICEIC registered electrical engineers offer a complete range of electrical contracting work. From system design and installation to testing, maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
Get in touch today for additional information about electrical services from Airkool, or to discuss your requirements.
