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EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 7 MIN

E5: Powering Homes With Care

from Good Neighbor Podcast: Portland, OR · host Austin Lewis

Need a trustworthy residential electrician who treats your home like their own? We sit down with Beaver Electric’s Ron Kirsch to unpack what five decades in the trade really looks like—beyond flipping breakers and swapping bulbs. Ron takes us from his early days working alongside his father to leading a team that specializes in residential service and remodels, and he’s candid about the demands, the training, and the pride that go into quality electrical work.You’ll hear why specialization matters for homeowners: faster diagnostics, safer installs, and consistent results for panel upgrades, circuit protection, lighting, and remodel projects. Ron breaks down common mindsets people bring to electricity—some fear it, others don’t respect it enough—and explains how proper training, testing, and code knowledge protect families day after day. We talk shop on what makes a great service call, how to spot integrity in a contractor, and why craftsmanship shows in the details you can’t always see behind the wall.We also dive into the modern realities of running a home services business. Ron shares how Beaver Electric uses a clear website, Google, and short-form videos on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to educate neighbors and set expectations. That transparency builds trust before the first knock on the door. Away from the job, Ron’s love of the wood shop, golf, and time with grandkids rounds out a portrait of a pro who keeps both safety and humanity front and center.If you care about safe, reliable electrical work—and want to know how to choose the right partner for your home—this conversation delivers practical insight and hard-won wisdom. Subscribe, share with a neighbor who’s planning a project, and leave a quick review to help others find the show.

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Need a trustworthy residential electrician who treats your home like their own? We sit down with Beaver Electric’s Ron Kirsch to unpack what five decades in the trade really looks like—beyond flipping breakers and swapping bulbs. Ron takes us from...

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