APP Electrical has opened a new office on North Road, Cardiff, expanding beyond its long-standing base in Church Village. Welsh hurdling legend Colin Jackson CBE attended the launch and cut the ribbon.
The contractor has operated from Church Village since 2015. Its team of eight local electricians is now extending its services to homeowners and businesses in Cardiff, following a recent brand refresh.
A showroom for smart home technology
Beyond providing office space for APP's team, the North Road premises showcase smart home technologies installed by the company. The business says Cardiff is now one of only a handful of places in the UK where homeowners can try out the Rako Smart Lighting system in person.
Managing Director Andrew Pearce said the office features a leading Rako Smart Lighting Control System, where customers can experience what the product involves and how it would work in their homes and offices. He noted that the company is one of just a few places in the whole of the UK where the system can be tried out in person.
Investment in Cardiff and local skills
According to APP, the move into permanent premises is driven by the team's wish to invest its future in Cardiff and an ambition to create career opportunities for local electricians and apprentices over the coming years.
Mr Pearce said the opening gives the business greater access to Cardiff, allowing it to deliver electrical services to more homeowners and businesses locally. He described the launch as a chance to bring together staff, friends, family and Jackson.
Colin Jackson on his home rewiring
Jackson said he had been fortunate to use APP to rewire his whole house and bring it up to date. He praised the customer service, work completed on time and a tidy approach. He also noted that many people may not know he started out as an electrician, adding that he was not very good at it and stuck to running, leaving electrical work to the professionals.