About Us: Elevating the Standard for Electrical Services

Based in Ashland, Smartwire has served greater Richmond and Central Virginia since 1986 as a licensed and insured Class A Electrical Contractor.

We provide residential and commercial electrical services including LED lighting upgrades with utility rebates, whole-home backup power and energy resilience solutions, network and Ethernet cabling, electrical safety inspections, and professional troubleshooting and electrical upgrades. Smartwire is known for clear communication, clean workmanship, and helping customers make smart, future-ready electrical decisions. Our expert, professional electricians are background-checked, OSHA 10-Construction certified to ensure safe work, and have the experience to quickly diagnose and resolve any electrical issue from routine repairs to complex wiring and service upgrades.

We are proud to hold an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau and are consistently voted one of the top electricians in Richmond including being voted “Best Home Electrical Contractor” in Richmond by Richmond Magazine (R Home).

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Core Values

This is who we are and how we approach every job. If this sounds like you, we are always looking for more people to bring into the electrical trade.

Contact us to learn more or submit a resume.

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    Wired to Overdeliver

    It's in our nature. We set clear expectations and take personal responsibility for each job. We are self-motivated to excel, we take pride in our workmanship, and we are accountable to our own ambitious standards and to each other.

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    True Professionals

    We embrace a process-oriented and technology-driven approach to our work. Following proven processes rooted in safety, customer satisfaction, and repeatability, we maintain a high standard for every task. Our reputation is valuable, and we approach every job with the utmost respect for the trust our customers place in us.

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    Energized and Engaged

    Every day is an opportunity to serve more of our neighbors, so we move with purpose and maintain focus while working to ensure we deliver elite workmanship time and again. Our high energy is contagious, driving us to reach new customers and build a brighter future for them and our team.

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Our Local Affiliations

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