New Customer Onboarding Checklist for Electricians
In the electrical trade, the first person to answer the phone usually wins the $3,000 panel upgrade or the $10,000 rewire. This checklist ensures you capture every lead safely while you are working with live wires and turn them into a lifetime customer.
Initial Intake & Emergency Screening
Pre-Job Preparation & Logistics
The Day-Of Execution & Safety
Post-Job Wrap Up & Billing
Pro Tips
- 1.Always carry a few spare 15-amp and 20-amp single-pole breakers of various brands for quick service call wins.
- 2.If you are stuck on hold with a permit office, use SkipCalls to 'hold for you' so you can keep using your hands to bend conduit.
- 3.Offer a 'Home Electrical Safety Audit' for $99 during small repair jobs to find larger $5,000+ rewire opportunities.
- 4.Keep a set of boot covers and a drop cloth in your kit; homeowners judge your electrical skill by how clean you leave their floors.
- 5.Label every wire with a fine-point Sharpie before disconnecting an old panel to save two hours of troubleshooting later.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I handle emergency calls while I'm already on a big job?
Use an AI receptionist to screen the call. If it's a true emergency like a sparking panel, have it text you immediately. If it's just a dead outlet, let the AI book it for your next available slot.
What if the customer wants a quote over the phone?
Give a range based on typical costs (e.g., $1,200-$2,000 for an EV charger) but always state that a final price requires an on-site load calculation and panel inspection.
How do I deal with homeowners who want to buy their own materials?
Explain that you cannot provide a warranty on customer-provided materials and that professional-grade breakers and devices are often safer than 'big box' bargain bin items.
Do I really need to pull a permit for a simple panel upgrade?
Yes. If there is an electrical fire later—even if it wasn't your fault—the insurance company will look for that permit. No permit means you are 100% liable.
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