106 | Switched On Electrical Ltd - Hamilton: 20th anniversary T T Sue Russell Switched On celebrates milestone Switched On Hamilton’s first van photo in 2004. The company headed by Michael Horsburgh and Paul O’Donnell is celebrating 20 years in business. “We also work closely with designers, builders and our clients during the build phase to ensure the best possible electrical outcomes, within budget.” CONTRACTING Celebrating 20 years is a happy milestone for Michael Horsburgh and Paul O’Donnell from Hamilton’s Switched On Electrical. Their history however goes back considerably further when they became friends at primary school. Today, Switched On Electrical engages a team of 17 electricians, including apprentices and two dedicated administration staff. “We pride ourselves on the sustained training of top-class electricians from start to finish, who replicate the standard of work Michael and Paul put into every job,” says Michael’s partner and Executive Office Administrator, Annelee Scott. To grow from humble beginnings to the size and scale the business is today, takes hard work and a passion to deliver to customers consistently first-class service. And offering 24 hour, seven days a week service for electrical emergency and urgent work is another reason Switched On Electrical is thriving. “We’re proud to say we’ve become the most trusted and reliable electrical business in the Waikato,” Paul says. The list of services offered is extensive and includes: Electrical installs and repairs Repairs to hot water cylinders Stove, oven and rangehood install and repairs TV, internet and phone outlets Extractor fan installs and repairs Ventilation systems Spa and swimming pool Heat pump installs and repairs Switchboard upgradeds Security Systems Complete house re-wire Residential homes as well as rental properties often need regular maintenance to ensure their electrical systems are safe and working efficiently, while older homes need checking to ensure the wiring doesn’t need replacing. “Our routine maintenance service is very popular where we inspect and test existing systems and upgrade where necessary. This gives our customers peace of mind,” says Paul. Offering a pre-purchase electrical inspection is another valuable service Switched On Electrical provides, in just the same way pre-purchase building inspections are standard practice. Proud to be associated with Switched On Electrical Ltd CONGRATULATIONS Mike and Paul and the Switched On Team. Putting a spark in your life for 25 yrs. Great Service, Great People. Capital Tyres cnr Bryce and Anglesea st. Hamilton | Helping Motorists for 45 yrs. Ph 0800 99TYRES “Our electricians will carry out a visual inspection on the property you are considering. This would typically includes an assessment as to the health of the switchboard, the hot water system, oven/hob, rangehood, all the light fittings, switches and power points,” says Paul. Technology is rapidly evolving in the industry and Switched On Electrical are leaders in the latest uses of remote control systems, through apps and phones. As proud members of Master Electricians, the company proudly stands by a $20,000 workmanship guarantee, lasting 12 months from date of completion of the project or the date stated on the Certificate of Compliance (COC), whichever is later. “We also work closely with designers, builders and our clients during the build phase to ensure the best possible electrical outcomes, within budget.” While the residential sector is a key one for the company, Switched On Electrical also offers its expertise to commercial fitouts right through to large-scale industrial-sized electrical systems. Regardless, the same attention to detail is given to each and every job. Asked what makes the company tick, Annelee says its the leadership of Michael and Paul, the care they put into training their team and creating a special team culture and the attention to detail afforded to every project. Both Paul and Michael thank their hundreds of loyal customers who have supported them over these past two decades. “Finally, we wouldn’t be where we are without the fantastic team we have. I’d like to acknowledge every one of them for all the work they have done over the years to get us where we are today,” Michael says.
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