Episode #15
The Real Cost of Going Self Employed as an Electrician
In the Season Three finale of Torque Up, Jimbo shares the reality of his first three months working entirely for himself. We discuss the pressure of building an electrical business, finding consistent work, managing cash flow, keeping up with administration and knowing when it is time to employ someone. Jimbo also opens up about the personal cost, including the loss of routine, difficulty switching off and the impact on his physical and mental health. The conversation also covers new expectations around pre work assessments, whether electricians may need to start charging for quotations, changes to Further Investigation codes on EICRs, the quality of landlord electrical reports and whether the industry needs better monitoring. Plus, William shares the latest developments from Navitas, including the growth of its three phase range and the thinking behind its new single phase consumer units. A frank conversation about electrical contracting, self employment and what it really takes to build something of your own. Torque Up returns with Season Four in September.
