30 Years in Wānaka: From Apprentice to Integrated Solutions
"I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Every home in this valley is different, and every family’s needs are unique."
— Greg Richards, Founder of ES-Group
Built on Local Roots
I’ve called Wānaka home for over 30 years. I started here as an apprentice, learning the trade in the unique conditions of the Southern Lakes. At 24, I took the leap and started Electrical Specs Ltd. Today, at 46, that same company is the backbone of the ES-Group.
We didn’t grow by chasing every job; we grew by building a reputation for doing things right the first time.
The Evolution of Comfort Specs
Throughout my 30 years as an electrician, I developed a genuine passion for how we heat and cool our homes. In a climate like ours, "good enough" isn't good enough. For the last decade, I’ve specialized in climate control, becoming an authorized Mitsubishi Electric partner through Comfort Specs.
But I realized that the best heating system in the world is only as good as the energy powering it.
Completing the Circle with Solar Specs
Solar Specs was the natural next step. By combining 30 years of electrical mastery with a decade of HVAC expertise, we can now offer a truly integrated solution. We design solar arrays that are specifically balanced to handle your heating and cooling loads, ensuring your home is as efficient as it is comfortable.
Why Choose ES-Group?
When you bring your floor plans to us, you aren't getting a generic package. You are getting:
Decades of Local Insight: I know the Wānaka climate and what it takes to keep a home efficient here.
Tailor-Made Solutions: We look at your specific site, your sun exposure, and your lifestyle to design a system that fits you.
Direct Accountability: From the first wire to the last solar panel, it’s my team and my reputation on the line.
30+ Years Living and working in Wānaka
22 Years Running Electrical Specs Ltd
10+ Years Specializing in Heating & Cooling
Authorized Mitsubishi Electric Installers
Building your dream home? Let’s get the specs right.
Don't leave your electrical, heating, or solar to the last minute.
Bring your floor plans to the ES-Group, and we’ll help you design an integrated energy and comfort plan that fits your lifestyle.