Local Sparkies Backing Canterbury for Over 20 Years
For Jared, owner of Christchurch Electrical, being a sparky isn’t just a job. It’s a craft built on people, problem-solving, and pride in every project. With more than 20 years in the trade, Jared has worked with customers from every corner of Canterbury, helping design, plan, and deliver electrical solutions that make homes, businesses, and industrial sites run seamlessly.
“I love being an electrician. I get to work with people from across Canterbury solving their problems, designing projects, and bringing everything together with our team,” he says.
From Homes to Industry — Delivering Across Every Sector
Christchurch Electrical is no small operation. Their work spans a wide range of sectors, from residential and architectural builds through to aged care facilities, commercial projects, manufacturing, solar installations, and rural sites across the region. Few electrical companies cover so much ground with such a specialised team behind them.
Every day looks different — but the mission remains the same: “To lead our team, make sure they’re supported, and ensure customers get the delivery of their project in a seamless manner.”
PDL & Wiser: Transforming the Kiwi Home
The evolution of electrical design in New Zealand homes has seen huge changes over the last decade and PDL has been at the centre of that shift. Jared says that the leap from the old 600 Series to PDL Iconic and Wiser Smart Home solutions has been a gamechanger.
“PDL has really transformed the residential space. Moving into the Iconic and Wiser range gives us the opportunity to offer automation to our customers in specific areas of the home,” he explains.
For many homeowners, it’s about enhancing day-to-day living without breaking the bank. “Wiser and Iconic together means the whole experience changes. You get greater control of your home — and it’s at a budget-friendly level.”
Even at the high-end architectural level, PDL is making waves. Jared highlights the Solis range, which has been especially popular with architectural clients looking for a stylish, premium finish that stands out.
Why Kiwi Sparkies Trust PDL
Reliability is a non-negotiable in the electrical industry, particularly when working across complex projects. It’s one of the biggest reasons Christchurch Electrical continues to back PDL.
“The reliability is huge for us. We’ve worked with PDL for a very long time and it’s the trust and quality of the product. From my experience, it’s stood up every time.”
As Christchurch Electrical has grown, PDL has grown with them. The product evolution, innovation, and service support have aligned perfectly with the company’s own expansion.
“The evolution of PDL’s products has seamlessly worked in favour of our business growth.”
The Value of Being Part of Club PDL
Jared has been part of Club PDL for “as long as I can remember,” and the benefits go well beyond discounts.
The team get early access to new product releases, attend industry social events, and stay connected with other sparkies and PDL reps across New Zealand.
“PDL is constantly bringing new technology to the industry, and we’ve been supporting that for many years. It’s exciting bringing that new technology to our customers.”
This partnership, built on trust, quality, and shared innovation has supported Christchurch Electrical throughout its growth and will continue to shape the future of electrical developments across Canterbury.
Sparkies of NZ episode: Watch now
Meet Jared Welsh, Director of Christchurch Electrical. With more than 20 years in the trade, Jared has worked with customers across Canterbury in various sectors delivering electrical solutions for Kiwi homes and businesses. Learn more about how Jared and his team have stayed on top of these changes through strong partnerships with PDL and being a club member.
