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About Us

Elevating the Standard for Electrical Services

Based in Ashland, Smartwire has served greater Richmond and Central Virginia for nearly 40 years as a licensed and insured Class A Electrical Contractor.

Our expert, professional electricians are background-checked and OSHA 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 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 installations. Smartwire is known for clear communication, clean workmanship, and helping customers make smart, future-ready electrical decisions.

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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YOUR #1 RATED ELECTRICIAN. SERVING THE GREATER RICHMOND AREA FOR OVER 40 YEARS.

Smartwire's Best Electrical Contractor award as voted by readers of Richmond Magazine (R-HOME)
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Services

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    Electrical Panels & Breakers

    Smartwire specializes in professional electrical panel upgrades, breaker replacements, and main service installations to ensure your power system is safe, reliable, and code-compliant. If you are experiencing frequent breaker trips, need to increase capacity, or want to modernize your panel, our licensed electricians deliver fast, efficient service backed by nearly 40 years of experience. We use top-quality materials and provide transparent, upfront pricing with a 12-month workmanship warranty.

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    EV Charger Installation

    Ready to bring electric vehicle (EV) charging right into your garage or driveway? Our EV charger installation service ensures a safe, efficient, and professionally wired setup tailored to your vehicle and home’s electrical capacity. Smartwire’s experienced team handles all aspects from load calculation to wiring, breaker sizing, and final testing, so you can charge confidently. We stay current with code requirements and EV charging standards, making us a go-to electrician in the Richmond area for home EV infrastructure. Add clean, reliable EV power at home without worrying about overloading your panel.

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    Construction & Remodeling

    When it comes to electrical work for home construction, renovations, or remodeling, Smartwire brings unmatched expertise and craftsmanship. We’ve wired over 1,400 custom and production homes across Greater Richmond since 1986. From historic restorations with vintage wiring to modern remodeling with smart-home integration, our background-checked, OSHA-certified electricians manage every detail with precision and respect for your living space. We provide a dedicated project manager, clean work, clear communication, and code-compliant installations that are all backed by our 12-month workmanship warranty.

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    Whole Home Backup Power

    Power outages don’t have to leave you in the dark — Smartwire designs and installs whole-home backup power and energy resilience solutions for modern homes in the Richmond, Virginia area. Our systems include home battery storage, Generac standby generators, and integrated battery-and-generator solutions designed to keep essential systems and entire homes powered during outages. We focus on right-sized, code-compliant solutions that match each home’s needs, risks, and long-term plans.

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    Lighting and Fans

    Transform your home’s ambiance and energy efficiency with expert lighting and fan installation from Smartwire. We design and install interior and exterior lighting systems from recessed & LED lighting upgrades to decorative fixtures and ceiling fans, delivering both style and functionality. Our electricians help you select the right options to improve brightness, reduce energy consumption, and elevate your space’s appeal. Plus, we handle all wiring, switches, and controls cleanly and professionally, ensuring safe, compliant installations every time.

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    Commercial LED + Rebates

    Smartwire installs commercial LED lighting upgrades for warehouses, offices, churches, and other commercial buildings throughout the Richmond, Virginia area. We specialize in replacing outdated fluorescent lighting with high-efficiency LED systems that reduce operating costs, improve light quality, and qualify for available utility rebate programs. Smartwire manages the entire process — lighting audits, rebate analysis, installation, and coordination — making it easy for facility managers and business owners to upgrade with confidence.

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    Home Network Cabling

    Stay connected with professional home network cabling and structured wiring from Smartwire. We install reliable Cat5, Cat6, and coax wiring for high-speed internet, smart homes, audio/video systems, and more. Our structured cabling solutions streamline your digital infrastructure, minimizing signal loss, reducing interference, and future-proofing your home for technology upgrades. Trust our experienced electricians to deliver clean, efficient wire runs and professional termination for optimal network performance.

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    Urgent Calls & Troubleshooting

    When electrical issues threaten your home’s safety or disrupt your day, Smartwire offers prioritized 24/7 urgent calls and troubleshooting to quickly diagnose and resolve your emergency. Our background-checked and OSHA-certified electricians respond fast to flickering lights, tripped breakers, power loss, or any unexpected electrical fault. With upfront estimates, professional diagnostics, and dependable repair work, we restore safety and peace of mind, backed by our decades of experience serving Greater Richmond.

Testimonials

  • “I did not realize how much energy the old style light fixtures wasted. Many of our four lamp overhead fixtures were replaced with two lamp fixtures equipped with reflectors. This alone translated into tremendous savings on our energy bill. The math doesn’t lie. These savings are real and we have seen a noticeable reduction in our power bill. Your crew did an excellent installation job, the work was done professionally and they were respectful of our work schedule. To anyone considering this project, I would say the savings are real, the improved lighting is significant, and Smartwire will get the job done right.”

    -Morris Shelton, President, L & M Carpet One

  • “The work was completed during business hours and there was little or no interruption to our tenant. Your electricians were courteous and professional. As a property manager, I genuinely appreciated having the project completed in a timely manner without tenant complaints. The lighting quality is extraordinary! The project was a success and we look forward to receiving lower electricity bills in the future. I would strongly recommend Smartwire.”

    -Tracy J. Allen, Senior Property Manager, First Potomac Management

  • “Frank Morton and I would like to thank you for the excellent service and superior work in upgrading the lighting in the Bon Air Professional Building. We would also like to thank you for the courteous and accommodating efforts of your work crew. The work was completed in the time frame promised with little interruption to our staff and our tenants. The lighting is dramatically better than what we have been used to, and we look forward to the energy savings and reduced power bills in the future.”

    - Hairfield & Morton, Attorneys at Law

  • “A significant amount of energy savings was projected prior to the installation, and we now have power bills for the last three months indicating reduced power consumption of 35%. In fact, the savings have been so significant that a representative of Dominion Virgina Power recently made an unannounced visit to our plant to ensure there wasn’t some problem with the power meters. Once he arrived and saw the new LED lights, he understood the reason for the reduced consumption.”

    -Kevin Metheny, Accounting Manager, Pre Con, Inc.

  • “Outstanding company to work with. Recently did a complete replacement of lights in our office building, replacing old fluorescents with new efficient LED lights. A major change in the inside appearance and a huge savings on the electric bill. Smartwire reached out to us as Dominion Power was offering huge rebates to convert. The team at Smartwire handled everything from start to finish and the job was completed in six days with no disruptions to staff at all. Can't say enough great things about the entire staff at Smartwire. If you are looking for an efficient, courteous electrical contractor, look no further Smartwire is all that. You won't be disappointed!”

    -Doug Pullan, VP Finance, Richmond Association of REALTORS

  • "We recently used Smartwire to upgrade over 200 lights in our facility from fluorescent to LED. The new lights use about 55% less energy, are brighter and we no longer have to replace bulbs. The entire Smartwire team was very professional, and performed their work neatly with no disruption to our operations. They also handled the process of securing a rebate from Dominion Power to help recover some of our expense. Smartwire did an outstanding job and we will certainly be using them in the future."

    David Chipman, Facility Manager, Anton Paar USA Inc.

Our Guarantee

Expert, background checked, OSHA certified electricians

Fair, Straightforward and Upfront Pricing

Guaranteed Quality – 12 month warranty on all workmanship

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