About Us

COMPANY HISTORY

OUR MISSION

BLUM-CARRILLO IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING SUPERIOR ELECTRICAL SERVICES BACKED BY TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND FAMILY TRADITION OF COMMITMENT, RESPECT AND HONOR. WE VALUE OUR CLIENTS AND EMPLOYEES BY INVESTING IN PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND BUILDING LONG-LASTING BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS.

Wally Blum

Wally Blum

Wally began his career in 1979, joining his father, as an electrical apprentice for Blum & Sons Electric. In the early years, Wally worked in the field and moved his way up the ladder to electrical foreman/supervisor. Shortly after Wally moved into the office and began estimating and project management eventually becoming President and CEO of Blum & Sons Electric. In 2019 Wally decided to leave Blum & Sons and start a new electrical contracting firm Blum Carrillo with Polo Carrillo. Wally is currently president of Blum Carrillo and enjoying all the challenges of a new business.

Polo Carillo

Leopoldo “Polo” Carrillo

With over 30 years of experience, Polo is a master electrician specializing in residential, industrial, and commercial projects. Polo started washing trucks with Blum and Sons Electric back in 1992 when the head of the company, Josef Blum Sr., offered him an opportunity as an apprentice. He was determined to learn and quickly established himself as a reliable and crucial asset to the company.  He has managed large-scale projects and made his way up the company and eventually became Vice President of Operations. Polo has established himself as a staple within Santa Barbara and the surrounding areas as one of the most trusted and knowledgeable individuals within the trade.