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DMElectrical
Contributor 2
6 months ago

How are electrical contractors using AI, and what tools actually add value?

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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7 Replies

  • WiringByron's avatar
    WiringByron
    Jobber Ambassador
    6 months ago

    Hey guys, yep I'm using it. A few ways. haha. I would say mostly Chat GPT custom GPT's. So I have things like 

    - Assistant for making invoices 
    - Permit price calculator for different cities in the lower mainland where we are working 
    - Code book GPT for just chatting and finding rules 
    - Electrical estimator GPT I built
    - I built a CRA tax helper GPT to help with tax rules 
    - Coming soon - Youtube GPT, I will upload a transcript and I would like it to make a video description, title with hook, eye catching video thumbnail 

    These kinds of things that help you either look better or save time. 

    • Steele's avatar
      Steele
      Contributor 2
      2 months ago

      where can i learn more on how to do all this

      • WiringByron's avatar
        WiringByron
        Jobber Ambassador
        2 months ago

        I recommend youtube but if you want to reach out to me : https://linktr.ee/Wiringbyron

  • cleverblock's avatar
    cleverblock
    Contributor 2
    6 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!