About Us
Our Story
Laser® Electrical Putaruru – Supporting Local
Laser® Electrical (McKillop Electrical) was established 43 years ago by Chris and Catherine McKillop, both Putaruru locals. In 1985, they employed their first apprentice. That first employee was Mark Camp, and in 1996 after completing his overseas travels, Mark and Cherie Camp purchased 50% of the business. That was to be the beginning of a big growth period for the Company and in 2003, McKillop Electrical joined the Laser® Plumbing & Electrical Franchise Group.
In 2021 Chris and Catherine retired from the company, enabling Mark and Cherie additional shareholding, as well as providing their son Ben and his wife Ashleigh an opportunity to become shareholders in the company.
Over the last twelve months, the company has continued to grow, and now employs a team of eighteen. At Laser® we are committed to employing local, and many of our tradesmen started in the company as apprentices.
Meet the Team
Your friendly "totally dependable" local team at Laser® Electrical Putaruru are here to provide a top quality service, whether it be for those small electrical jobs installing lights, power points, or appliance repairs through to heat pump installation and servicing. We have experienced residential sparkies, for renovations and new builds and for both our domestic and commercial customers. Our Industrial and Rural Team support our local farmers and industry with new installs, new sheds, break downs, effluent system upgrades and expertise in automation and programing. We offer 24/7 service for all of our customers.
We have trained thermographers for thermal imaging and recently due to a growing need, we now offer gas reclamation for those customers wanting to dispose of old fridges, freezers and heat pumps.
We are passionate about our town, and proudly support our local community with sponsorship. Recently Laser® Electrical along with Laser® Plumbing supported our St Johns by donating and installing heat pumps. Together we assisted the Putaruru Fire Brigade by donating and installing new security cameras. Our next joint venture is to assist Putaruru Rugby Club with ongoing renovations in their changing rooms.
Other recent sponsorship has included a lighting upgrade for Putaruru Rugby club, new lights at the Putaruru Toy Library and we supported the Putaruru Food Bank/Kai and Koha Ride.
Education is important to us, and subsequently we support all the local primary schools,
In-house we run regular events like Blue September, Movember and our team recently attended The Pink Walk in the interest of supporting both our local and wider community as well as providing a great team environment. You can see most of this team engagement on our facebook page.
We look forward to hearing from you in relation to your electrical work and we look forward to providing you with a top quality "totally dependable" service that Laser® Electrical Putaruru prides itself on.
5 Great Reasons to Use Laser Electrical Putaruru
1. Quality Workmanship
You'll find all our tradesmen are licensed electricians which means you have highly competent and knowledgeable tradesmen doing the work properly and efficiently the first time round.
2. Locally Owned and Operated
Yes, you'll be supporting a local business but you'll also benefit from us being part of a national group which allows us access to excellent buying power which we can pass onto you.
3. Security Checked Employees
To give you complete peace of mind, all our tradesmen are security checked, have up-to-date electrical certificates and consistently meet our industry's professional development and training requirements.
4. Fully Guaranteed Work
All our work is backed by the Master Electrician's guarantee as well as the full manufacturer's warranty on parts. Our professionalism has helped our business grow and prosper and also tells you we're here for the long haul.
5. Competitive Pricing
We will quote your job so you have the security to know what the costs are for your budgeting. We can plan your job along with other trades so no issues arise on your project.
When you hire a Laser Electrician , you'll receive our 'Totally Dependable' service, guaranteed!
- Timely delivery
- Promise of care and skill
- Appropriate work for customers' needs
- Well-presented, professional employees
- Ensure responsibility of material supplied
- Honour manufacturer's guarantees
- Meet and frequently exceed our customers' expectations
Accreditations
- ECANZ
- SafePower Assured
- Master Electricians
Awards
Laser Awards
- 2015 - Employee of the Year - Darryl Karl
- 2011 - Silver Award for Outstanding Growth Award
- 2008 - Gold Award for Innovative Business Award
- 2006 - Silver Award for Outstanding Growth
- 2005 - Bronze Award for Excellence in Systems
Putaruru Business Awards
- 2019 - 1st Place in Trades Category
- 2018 - 1st Place in Trades Category
- 2016 - Putaruru Christmas Float Parade - 1st Place Commercial Section
- 2010 - Best Tradesmen Award
- 2000 - Best Industrial Trade Service
- 1997 - Best Industrial Trade Service
Community Involvement
Laser Electrical Putaruru has donated goods and services to our local St. John Ambulance, Putaruru Fire Brigade, schools, sports clubs and other charitable trusts.