Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

OVERVIEW

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in installing and servicing electrical wiring and equipment. Electrical contractors included in this industry may include both the parts and labour when performing work.

Electrical contractors may perform new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.

Example Activities:
Airport runway lighting contractors
Building automation systems, contractors
Computer and network cable installation
Electrical wiring contractors
Electronic containment fencing for pets
Environmental control systems, installation
Highway, street and bridge lighting and electrical signal installation
Home automation system installation
Home theatre installation
Lighting system installation
Security and fire systems, installation only
Traffic signal installation

The information on the number, size and location of establishments can be used to assess the existing level of competition within the industry in your province/territory.
The table below shows the breakdown between employer and non-employer or indeterminate establishments for each province and territory as well as at the national level. For this industry, 5 of establishments are non-employers or indeterminate and 11 have one or more employees.