Smartwire — Whole-Home Backup Power & Electrical Solutions | Richmond, VA
Richmond Magazine Award Winner 40 Years in Business Class A Licensed Contractor

Whole-Home Backup Power & EV Charging Solutions for Richmond Homeowners

Trusted in Central Virginia for 40 years, Smartwire designs and installs turnkey backup generators, EV charging stations, and advanced electrical upgrades that make your home more resilient, efficient, and future-ready.

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Class A Licensed
40 Years in Business
OSHA 10 Certified & Background Checked
Richmond Magazine Award Winner

Comprehensive Electrical Solutions for Modern Homes

From whole-home generators and battery backup systems to EV charging and smart home infrastructure — we do it all, turnkey.

Whole-Home Generators

Seamless backup power solutions including system sizing, permitting, gas-line coordination, and complete installation.

EV Charging Stations

Professional Level 2 charger installations for Tesla, Rivian, Ford, and all major electric vehicles — safe and code-compliant.

Smart Home Networking

Hardwired Ethernet and structured wiring for reliable home offices, streaming, and smart home technology.

Battery Backup Systems

Whole-home battery storage solutions including Tesla Energy and integrated battery-and-generator systems to keep your home powered during any outage.

Surge & Resilience Upgrades

Whole-house surge protection and panel upgrades to safeguard your home and electronics.

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Is This You?

We serve homeowners across Central Virginia who are serious about their home's resilience and performance.

Homeowners concerned about frequent power outages

EV owners who want fast, safe charging at home

Homeowners upgrading electrical panels and infrastructure

People investing in long-term home resilience and value

Why Richmond Homeowners Trust Smartwire

40 years of master-level craftsmanship, backed by a simple promise: we treat your home like our own.

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Master-Level Craftsmanship

With a Virginia Class A license and 40 years of experience, we handle complex residential electrical systems with precision.

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Turnkey Project Management

We coordinate permits, inspections, and all installation details from start to finish — zero hassle for you.

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Future-Proof Design

We build systems that support your home's energy demands for years to come, with room to grow.

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Respect for Your Property

Our technicians maintain a clean, organized jobsite and treat your home with the utmost care.

A Simple, Professional Process

From first contact to finished installation — we make complex projects feel effortless.

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Request Your Quote

Click the button and tell us a few details about your project and goals.

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Schedule a Site Assessment

We review your needs and assess your home's specific electrical requirements.

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Receive a Custom Proposal

You'll get a detailed scope of work with transparent, itemized pricing.

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Professional Installation

Our licensed electricians complete the work to the highest standards, on time.

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Trusted by Homeowners Across Central Virginia

Real experiences from real Richmond-area homeowners.

Voted Best Home Electrical Contractor — Richmond Magazine
A+ Accredited — Better Business Bureau
Class A Licensed Contractor — Virginia
★★★★★
"I recently had an EV charger installed by Smartwire. They gave advice to reduce cost, showed up on time and did an excellent job, leaving the scene very clean. The cost was very reasonable. The technician Ethan was very knowledgeable and did a great job. Highly recommended."
Philip Brown · Google Review
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"Smartwire saved us from a house fire! Smartwire was able to get us on the schedule for the next day after I called. It started out as a visit to diagnose a tripped breaker and bad main breaker, but upon further troubleshooting, we discovered multiple failures along the tripped circuit. We actually caught the beginning of a fire as we walked up the attic ladder. Smartwire had a crew here to fix the issue in less than an hour. The work was also even cheaper than quoted! We would definitely recommend Smartwire!"
Stewart Nelson · Google Review

Frequently Asked Questions

Depending upon the size of your home and the circuits and appliances you'd like to power during an outage, a whole-home backup generator typically costs between $13,000 and $24,000 fully installed.
Yes. We manage the entire process from permitting to final inspection. Turnkey project management is core to how we work — you don't have to worry about a thing.
We are a certified installer for Generac, the leading U.S. home standby generator brand. Generac whole-home generators are engineered specifically for residential backup power and are the most widely installed standby generator in the country.
We are a certified installer for Tesla Energy, including the Tesla Powerwall home battery system. Tesla Powerwall stores energy from the grid or solar and automatically powers your home during an outage — silently and without fuel.
Yes. We install Level 2 charging stations for all major EV brands including Tesla, Rivian, Ford, GM, and others. We'll ensure the charger is installed safely and optimized for your vehicle.

Ready to Make Your Home More Resilient?

Whether you're planning a whole-home generator, EV charger, or major electrical upgrade, Smartwire delivers expert guidance and turnkey installation.

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