The construction industry, which closely predicts the needs of construction electricians, is showing a steady increase over the upcoming years according to the UK Home and Mortgage Company. These two factors are compounding the need for certified electricians.

Electrical work in many small cities is not dominated by a single company and is usually provided by loosely formed teams under a general contractor. This is an opportunity for creating a local trusted electrician for completing small and large jobs directly for consumers.

According to Industry UK, electricians are divided into three large categories: Industrial Electricians (employed by maintenance departments of factories, plants, mines, shipyards and other industrial companies), Power System Electricians (hired by power generation companies) and Construction Electricians. The construction electrician industry is closely linked to the housing construction industry in UK making it seasonal with high employment from May to December.

According to analyses in 2013 electricians were identified as one of 12 trades in severe shortage of skilled workers.

The challenge for self-employed electricians is gaining credibility with consumers. To address this concern as much as possible, Adams Electrics is going to become a member in good standing of the Electrical Associations.

Although hit with a decline in 2008, the housing market in many cities and in turn the construction industry continues to grow. According to a report by the UK Home and Mortgage Company, it is expected that the housing industry for both home starts and re-sales will continue to show increases into 2015 and 2016.

There is no one electrical company that has established itself as the leader in the market. Instead, electricians tend to work in loosely formed teams with other skilled trade workers such as carpenters, plumbers or general contractors. There is also an increase in the ‘do-it-yourself’ market promoted by hardware stores and chains. However, electrical work of any kind needs to be undertaken by a licensed professional to meet home insurance requirements.

Possible services are the following:

  • Troubleshooting & Power Outages
  • Remodelling Projects
  • Code Corrections
  • Lighting
  • Appliance Circuits
  • Ceiling Fan Installation and Maintenance
  • Attic Fan
  • Exhaust Fans
  • Electric Water Heaters
  • Electric Heating
  • A/C Wiring
  • Doorbells
  • TV and Phone Jacks
  • Computer Wiring
  • Home entertainment systems
  • Pool and Spa Wiring

Safety & Security

  • Surge Protection
  • Security Lighting
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fuse/Breaker Replacement
  • Service Panel Maintenance / Upgrades
  • Home Safety Inspections
  • Home Protection Plans

Sole traders must register with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and follow certain rules on running and naming their business.

Usually such business requires about £20,000 to start up. Below is a breakdown of how these funds can be used:

Set-Up Costs
Van 9,000
Tools 6,000
Advertising (including sign writing on Van) 2,500
Legal fees, insurance and taxes 1,500
Inventory 1,000