Asplundh Electrical Testing

Testing and commissioning an electrical substation is a race against time and complexity. Behind every seamless first energization is a story of quiet precision, exhaustive testing, and methodical execution.

For nearly 45 years, Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET), a NETA-accredited company, has made this process effortless with its extensive testing and commissioning expertise, helping clients hit their goals from day one. The company specializes in electrical testing, maintenance and commissioning for electric utilities, power generation plants, and commercial/industrial facilities. Core services include relay protection and control, substation commissioning, testing and maintenance, power transformer oil processing, troubleshooting, and repairs.

The company invests heavily in the development of its workforce. AET provides annual safety and human performance training, helping technicians recognize error-likely situations or “traps” and how to use the human error prevention “tools” to minimize the frequency and severity of incidents, safeguarding assets and keeping projects on schedule. AET’s safety record is among the best in the industry.

AET has also emphasizes developing its workforce in technology and leadership, empowering team members to grow and improve. Supervisors and managers regularly undergo leadership training, helping cultivate a culture where employees feel valued and motivated to stay. As a result, AET has a notably low turnover, with many team members staying for 15 to 20 years or more. Such deep experience is a powerful asset in upholding high-quality service delivery and attracting the next generation of skilled professionals. Combined with the latest test equipment and extensive back-office field support, the company’s people-first approach continues to drive sustainable growth in a challenging service-driven industry.

AET is well positioned to meet any upcoming industry challenges, including the growing demand for high-performance, safe, and reliable electrical infrastructure improvement projects that are delivered on time and on budget. All made possible by a team of NETA-certified test technician professionals who bring technical knowledge and a performance-driven mindset to every job.

Additionally, as a part of the Asplundh family of companies’ 97-year-old legacy and its One Asplundh initiative, AET serves as a gateway for clients to access a broad range of utility vegetation management, digital innovation, and infrastructure solutions.

“Through the One Asplundh approach, our clients can access the full suite of services offered by the Asplundh family of companies through a single point of contact,” says AET President Jason Briggs.

For many clients, this integrated approach is a game-changer. It means fewer vendor relationships to manage, more coordinated workflows and a deeper alignment with operational and capital goals. One notable example is a northeastern transmission utility that relies on the One Asplundh approach to deliver substation testing, transmission maintenance, vegetation management, inspection and storm response services. Stepping in as the lead provider, AET coordinated all service lines, yielding lower capex for the utility and a more robust disaster-response posture.

In a sector where the cost of rework or failure can be measured in the millions, the value of getting it right the first time is immeasurable. That’s why AET is the preferred choice for utilities and infrastructure providers who expect nothing less than flawless execution from day one—and every day after.