RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL SERVICE CALLS
NextGen Electrical has one of the largest service divisions in Kamloops. Our electricians are all red seal certified with decades of experience. Whether its an electrical issue like a power failure to your house, a receptacle or light not working or even if you simply want to add something to your home, NextGen won’t leave you waiting like some of the other contractors. Being one of the only 24 hour, 7 day a week, 365 day a year companies in Kamloops, you can rest assured that if you need us in a pinch our electricians will be there. Whether we have an immediate opening or we need to rearrange our schedule, our electricians will be there when you need them. Big or small NextGen Electrical does it all. Voted the #1 electrical contractor in Kamloops by the Readers Choice Awards and Best of Kamloops 6 years in a row!
SERVICE UPGRADES
Rural Customers
NextGen Electrical stocks 25’ class 5 service poles, we are the only electrical contractor in Kamloops that does this. Thanks to our ability to buy in bulk, we also are able to sell them generally below any competitors pricing throughout the interior of BC. We can deliver build and set the pole with a mini excavator when the client doesn’t have the ability to do this themselves. Usually this all happens on the same day. Have an acreage and need something out of the ordinary like a 400A service or a long underground run? No problems there either, we can dig the trench, install the cable and backfill it as well.
NextGen Electrical stocks 25’ class 5 service poles, we are the only electrical contractor in Kamloops that does this. Thanks to our ability to buy in bulk, we also are able to sell them generally below any competitors pricing throughout the interior of BC. We can deliver build and set the pole with a mini excavator when the client doesn’t have the ability to do this themselves. Usually this all happens on the same day. Have an acreage and need something out of the ordinary like a 400A service or a long underground run? No problems there either, we can dig the trench, install the cable and backfill it as well.
Urban Customers
NextGen Electrical has done literally hundreds of service upgrades in Kamloops and the surrounding area. We understand that these upgrades can be a big project for a household with the potential to be disruptive. Our electricians are happy to meet with our clients, walk them through the entire process and make sure there are no surprises. Technical Safety, the electrical industries regulating body states that certain things need to be brought up to present day code when we do these service upgrades, our electricians will inform clients which items require attention and find the easiest least invasive solution to complete them.
DOOR ACCESS AND SECURITY
NextGen Electrical is one of the only electrical contractors in Kamloops that is fully licensed and certified to install door access systems and security/intrusion alarm systems.
Door Access
NextGen electricians are licensed and authorized installers of Kantec door access control systems. Our electricians are also able to preform maintenance on many other common manufacturers as well. These systems include main entrance enterphone systems for multi family buildings and fob or card access entry systems for commercial clients that want to monitor and easily control who can come and go through their secured doors. Whether your facility requires biometric entry for the most secure applications, or simple fob access to limit who can enter freely, NextGen Electrical’s electricians are experts in this field.
Security Systems
NextGen Electrical is a fully licensed security/intrusion alarm system installer. While we prefer to do this work strictly in commercial applications, generally on new builds we are doing, if your business is in need of a new system or has issues, NextGen’s electricians can assist you. Dealing with 1 company for all your electrical and low voltage needs increases accountability and simplifies day to day operations for managers and owners.
HVAC CONTROLS/BUILDING AUTOMATION
NextGen Electrical Services is one of a few local electrical contractors in Kamloops with electricians capable of designing and installing mechanical controls for HVAC systems. Our ability to complete all aspects of an electrical build in a facility further distinguishes us in Kamloops. We work hand in hand with many of the local mechanical contractors. Our specialized skillset allows us to install the most basic of systems all the way up to the most complex fully automated systems. Whether you are unable to maintain comfortable temperatures in your work or living space, or if you are looking for a brand new system, our electricians are able to ensure you are able to stay comfortable.
CCTV
Technology is changing so quickly, one field seeing massive gains from technology is closed circuit and security camera systems. With the invention of clouds, smart phones, motion detection and even face recognition, there are so many options to consider when attempting to choose the system that best suites your needs. NextGen Electrical electricians are experts at designing a system that will check every box you require from your system. Whether it’s knowing your property is safe when you are away, getting motion alerts on your phone or watching the kids in the back yard, there is a system that will fit your needs perfectly. NextGen Electrical offers free consultations and can provide the latest technology in the systems we provide. Not all camera’s systems are created equally, even if they say 4k or HD. Call us today for a free consultation where our electricians will ask the right questions to ensure you get the best system for your needs.
NETWORK SYSTEMS
The world is becoming increasingly connected, from Internet of Things and social networks, to ‘big data’ and cloud computing, every facility, company, and home has its own specific set of requirements. NextGen Electrical’s electricians are fully certified by Commscope and Wirewerx to supply and install these systems. We offer 25 year warranties on all parts and labour, and are the preferred contractor for clients in Kamloops such as data centers, branches of government and airports. Whether you are looking for a new installation, or the clean up of an existing rat’s nest of wires, NextGen Electrical is an expert in this field. We also understand that these systems are the heart and sole of many businesses and organizations, and down time is simply not accepted. With this being said, we are always willing to work around our client’s schedules, whether it’s a night shift, a Sunday or any other need you may have.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS
Electrical systems age and with that age brings maintenance concerns that can cause huge headaches and costly downtime at the worst times! Proper maintenance can reduce the number of electrical failures and identify problems before they cause a loss in revenue. NextGen Electrical has many tools to catch these problems and schedule repairs when it suits our clients, minimizing lost revenue due to equipment failures and downtime. Our electricians work closely with many of our clients performing monthly inspections, thermal image scanning of equipment, and scheduled shutdowns to repair identified issues or upgrade aging equipment when it makes sense for the client. We also generate reports that allow our clients to track historical data and find ways to increase their efficiency. If you have a facility that you think could benefit from regular inspections, or you experience downtime that is costing you money, NextGen Electrical can build a maintenance plan that works for you and ultimately will increase revenue and reduce down time.
ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING
NextGen Electrical and our electricians are experts at solving electrical issues and fixing equipment. We service many large corporations, grocery stores, manufacturing facilities and retail businesses. They rely on our electricians to fix their equipment in a timely fashion, keep their businesses running smoothly, and bring them back online when something fails as quickly as possible. Some electrical contractors only do new construction, others focus strictly on residential or commercial work. NextGen is the only electrical contractor in Kamloops that services kitchen equipment, maintains industrial facilities, and will come troubleshoot why that light in your house has stopped working. NextGen Electrical is the premiere electrical contractor in Kamloops thanks in large part to the expertise of our electricians.
COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL WORK
NextGen understands that running a business brings many challenges and we are here to support you, one local small business to another. Whether you simply need a few lights repaired or are opening a new store, NextGen Electrical has you covered! Our team of electricians are some of the most experienced technicians in Kamloops, its not an exaggeration when we say we have seen and done it all. Whatever your local business needs, our electricians are surely able to help. NextGen can run network cables, upgrade your facilities lighting, and even refresh your sign lighting and make it more energy efficient. NextGen Electrical Contracting is your one stop shop for all your electrical needs.
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL
NextGen Electrical’s electricians really show their worth in the light industrial field. Some electrical contractors don’t understand motor controls, or how to properly assemble that control panel. Whether you have a project at a large-scale mining operation or are adding a piece of equipment at a manufacturing facility, you can rest assured that you are working with some of the most knowledgeable electricians in the industry. We put safety first, can accommodate scheduling to meet your needs and our electricians will get it done on time. Our company is also available 24/7 to assist you with any emergency that is causing a loss in productivity, unexpected downtime, or just unnecessary extra attention from your maintenance staff. NextGen Electrical will always prioritize your needs to ensure your facility is operating safely and efficiently.
MONTHLY & ANNUAL SITE INSPECTIONS
Many of our clients rely on us to help reduce the amount of unscheduled downtime. We do this through maintenance contracts, monthly and semi-annual inspections, all through our power quality division. We offer thermal imaging using the latest technology from the most trusted brand name in the industry; FLIR. Our electricians conduct monthly inspections, find problems before they cause unscheduled downtime and maintain or increase the value of the facility through regular maintenance of the electrical system. After we complete our electrical inspections, we prioritize deficiencies and schedule repairs when it works for our clients rather than dictate what works best for us. Our electricians work with our clients to find the most efficient and effective maintenance plan. Negotiating service contracts also provides value to our clients, builds trust, reduces managements time procuring contractors, and lastly by negotiating a discount on our hourly rates, recognizing these are mutually beneficial partnerships.
OPERATING PERMITS
A lot of companies don’t realize that operating permits are not only regulated and required by law in a lot of cases but also a useful cost saving measure. Electrical upgrades can be completed without additional permits being pulled which reduces costs to our clients. Consistently using the same electrician allows them to understand the intricacies of your facility and ensures electrical work is done properly which reduces future problems. We negotiate operating permits on a per site basis, providing discounts to facilities that use us more frequently than others which simply use us as a permit holder. Please contact us today to learn more about ways these regulated permits can benefit your company or facility.
CUSTOM NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION
Are you building that once in a lifetime home that you have always wanted? Are you a new home construction contractor but tired of the same old mediocre level of on site management, slow build times or maybe too many apprentices on the project? NextGen Electrical project managers are experts at the latest technologies and smart home construction, helping to design and build that special house. We run appropriate journeyman electrician to apprentice ratios to avoid the silly mistakes and we don’t let projects drag on. NextGen’s electricians are experts in custom residential new home construction.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGERS
NextGen is the only electrical contractor in Kamloops with an EV in the fleet. We are required to have one to test superchargers after we make repairs which we do throughout the interior of BC as far away as Golden and Quesnel. We work for companies like Electrify Canada and we are the only Tesla certified EV installer in Kamloops. Our electricians are experts when it comes to EV Chargers, and whether it’s a level 3 supercharger, a user pay system in a multifamily or strata run facility or a level 2 charger for your home, you can count on NextGen to supply and install the correct charger for your needs.