FAQs
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
My father was an electrician and I grew up in the trades. Before college, I served in the United States Navy where I attended the Naval Advanced Computer and Electrical Systems program. This gave me an excellent grounding in the industry. I completed a bachelors and even a graduate degree in business, but decided that my heart was really in being a tradesperson. All of my background and experiences contribute to a really unique product offering at Momentum Electrical Contractors. We are able to offer high-quality electrical work while running our business with cutting-edge internal processes. The result is lower cost, better customer service, and higher quality.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
I would look for someone who presents themselves professionally. People who take the time to create a strong brand are usually in the industry for the long haul. They want to protect that brand through great work and customer service. It's an indication of someone who takes their job and your work seriously. I would also, without questions, only hire a licensed, insured electrical contractor. I would also ask if my electrician was a licensed journeyman. These are two separate licenses, but both are important indicators of your tradesperson's skill level and professionalism.
- What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
The importance of safety. It might be OK for painters or carpenters to cut corners. Even professionals like programmers and chefs can let things slide without too many consequences. However, cutting corners to speed things up in the electrical trade can be very serious. I shy away from being catastrophic, but fire and electrocution are real possibilities with shoddy electrical work. It's important to do it right even if it takes longer.