Friday, February 14, 2014

How To Start An Electrician Phoenix Business

By Amanda Bean


Before you think of starting up an electrician Phoenix business, you have to be interested in electrical work. One can choose to either franchise which has the advantage of granting you a ready client base or you can also decide to start the business from the ground. The method you will prefer to use when venturing in this type of business will require you to follow some steps before you start to offer services.

Electricians are trained on how to do electrical installations, repairs and inspection to both residential and commercial property owners. So if you want to start this business the first step is to obtain proper education and training from a respectable and recognized school or training program. After you are have successfully finished the training program, you have to get experience by either working in an organization or through apprenticeship.

The second step is to get the state license which shows that you are trained and qualified to offer such services. One is required to undertake some exams and pass them before he is given a license. There are also other forms to be filled which determine your suitability to get this permit.

The next step which is very important, though not mandatory, is to come up with a business plan. This is where all the strategies are supposed to be put down in writing for future reference. It also contains the financial status of the business and how it is expected to fair over the next several years. This is very important because the proprietor can be able to pin point on what strategies have helped and which ones did not work out as expected.

The next step that follows the business plan is the naming of the enterprise. Since all business are supposed to be registered under unique names, it is important that you choose a name that is easy and yet unique. While most people choose to get any names, it is advisable to choose a name that gives you a sense of ownership of the enterprise.

The other very important step you should take is choosing the right structure. You should choose a structure that you can comfortably pay for without draining the business. The state of the structure also dictates the kind of clients to expect and thus should be chosen wisely. This can also help you estimate your monthly or annual fees upfront.

Appropriate authorization should always be sought by obtaining necessary permits to avoid rubbing shoulders with the law. The local municipality office would be an important place to obtain an operating running permit and learn more concerning the business. The state taxation and licensing authority should be visited to obtain a license and tax registration certificate. By visiting the internal revenue office, you can obtain not only the tax but also employer identification numbers. The internet is very vital since the various forms required for the acquisition of the permits easily be downloaded.

At this point if your business plan shows that you need outside financing you should start the process of securing the loan from the lending institution. When this is done you need to purchase the required things which will enable you to operate your electrician Phoenix business effectively like electrical tools and equipment, a vehicle, communication devices and other machineries necessary for the job as reflected in the business plan. Finally you should sign up for a business liability insurance coverage from a reputable insurance firm.




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