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DMElectrical
Contributor 2
3 months ago

AI in Electrical Contracting Business

Hello Everyone, Does anyone use AI in the electrical business? If so, how does it bring value and which applications do you use?
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cleverblock
Contributor 2
3 months ago

Yes—AI is already boosting the electrical trade. Here’s the quick rundown and how CleverBlock can tap in:

  1. Predictive Maintenance
    • Sensors + AI catch motor or wiring issues before failure.
    • Tools: Fluke Connect, Schneider EcoStruxure.
    • CleverBlock: add low-voltage sensors to client sites; sell “early-alert” service.
  2. Smart Energy Management
    • AI learns usage patterns, trims lighting/HVAC bills.
    • CleverBlock: pair with electroculture setups to auto-tune lights, fans, irrigation.
  3. AI-Assisted Design
    • AutoCAD / Revit AI suggest efficient circuit layouts and flag code issues.
    • CleverBlock: create quicker install diagrams for schools and restaurants.
  4. Chatbots & Scheduling
    • AI handles FAQs, books jobs, sends reminders.
    • CleverBlock: website bot for quote requests and basic troubleshooting.
  5. Training & Safety
    • AI-powered tutorials and AR overlays teach low-voltage wiring safely.
    • CleverBlock: onboard new hires faster; certify them on AI-guided modules.

Starter tools: ChatGPT for SOPs, Home Assistant for automation, Google Sheets + AI add-ons for inventory, and Raspberry Pi + TensorFlow Lite for on-site edge AI.

Want a one-page “CleverBlock AI Toolkit” to share with clients or grants? Let me know!