Martella Electric: Service, Integrity and Excellence

Business Profile by Holly Stupak

Photos courtesy of Andrew Martella

When it comes to hiring an electrician, it's important to find a professional who not only is an expert in the field, but offers customers professionalism and integrity. The Martella Electric Company has been helping customers for more than 60 years and believes that success is serving others.

Owner Andrew Martella, Sr., had wanted to be an electrician since as far back as he can remember. His father Carmen started Carmen Martella Electrical service in 1955, and Andrew was tagging along on his jobs by the age of nine. By 8th grade, he knew he would eventually follow in his dad’s footsteps. When asked to write his future vision in his school’s yearbook that year, he wrote: “Become an electrical contractor with my dad.”

(L-R) Carmen Martella and his son Andrew Martella, Sr.

Back in Philadelphia in 1955, Carmen Martella was one of the first electricians in his area with his name painted on his truck. Simply by advertising with his truck and word of mouth, Carmen grew a business that served South Philadelphia and Lower Merion. Living through the depression influenced Carmen’s strong work ethic, which he passed on to his son. “While some kids were playing at the park, I was making money helping my dad on electrical jobs,” said Andrew.

Electrical work was really in my blood. The family business was all I knew.

Andrew Martella, Sr.

A Delaware County resident since 1961, Andrew graduated from Monsignor Bonner High School, where he enrolled in their electrical Vo-Tech program. During high school, he also took courses outside of school in blueprint reading and house wiring. He went on to earn a Science in Technology Bachelor’s Degree at Spring Garden College in Chestnut Hill. As an electrician, Andrew found the hands-on work very rewarding.

There’s a real satisfaction in solving electrical issues and making a customer feel happy and safe in their home.

In 1989, Andrew Sr. and his brother Richard went into a threeway partnership with their father, to form Martella Electric Company, in which they worked together for 17 years. Andrew and Richard eventually purchased the business from their dad.

(L-R) Andrew Martella, Sr., with his son Andrew Martella, Jr., and his father Carmen Martella

In 2015, Richard retired, so Andrew runs the business now. His team includes his son, Andrew Jr., who learned and mastered his electrical expertise by helping his dad while growing up. After he graduated from Penn College with a degree in Automotive Technologies in 2012, he joined his dad’s team of electricians.

Andrew Sr.’s wife of 37 years, Susan, is also an integral part of the success of Martella Electric. “I wouldn’t be here without her knowledge and contributions to the company,” Andrew said fondly.

The Martella Team also includes Administrative Assistant Kathy Strahan and five service technicians. “We’re always encouraging our team members to keep learning, and we offer on-going training in the latest technologies,” said Andrew. “I really enjoy watching my employees become better at their trade and be the best versions of themselves that they can be.”

Andrew Martella, Sr. and his family

At Martella Electric, safety is a top priority. “Not only are we in the customer service business, we are in the safety business,” Andrew said. “We make sure our professionally trained technicians are drug-tested and background-checked before they join our team.” What sets Martella’s team apart from other companies are their values: Service, Integrity and Excellence.

Our customers and their homes are very important to us,” explained Andrew, “and so we always treat them with the utmost respect.

The team at Martella Electric supports the local community through several organizations. For more than 10 years, they’ve been helping a family through the Vincent DePaul Society, by providing them with Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. And last month, the Martella team delivered and installed a new stove for that family. They also donate to the Providence Animal Shelter, and often run promotions where a percentage of invoices goes toward that shelter. A former Boy Scout, Andrew Sr. is also proud to support the Boy Scouts of America through the Wood Badge Program that trains adults. “My brothers and I and my son were all Boy Scouts, so I really enjoy giving back to them,” said Andrew.

Whether you’re having an electrical emergency or are looking to make electrical upgrades and improvements to your home, these Marple Newtown-area electricians are truly concerned with your safety and comfort. Martella Electric (www.MartellaElectric.com) always listens to their customers’ unique needs to solve electrical issues, and are dedicated to providing 100% satisfaction. Call 484-997-3097 to schedule your service with this family owned and professionally trained team.

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