Commercial Electrical Contractor Services in El Paso & Las Cruces
What Facility Teams Need to Know
Running a facility means power can’t be a question mark. This guide explains what a commercial electrical contractor does, which services matter most for uptime and safety, how to budget, and how to select the right partner in El Paso and Las Cruces.
Table of contents
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Services at a glance
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Our 4-step delivery process
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Safety & compliance (NEC, NFPA 70E)
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Cost drivers & timelines
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How to pick the right contractor
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Industries we serve
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FAQs
Services at a glance (what we do most)
277/480V Service Upgrades & New Service
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Utility coordination, permitting, metering, switchgear/switchboards, transformers.
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Weekend/overnight cutovers to protect operations.
Tenant Improvements (TI) & Remodels
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Re-circuits, new panels, feeder extensions, labeling, and load balancing.
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Clean demobilization and punch-list close.
Generators, ATS & Load-Bank Testing
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Sizing, install, maintenance bypasses, automatic transfer switches (ATS/STS).
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Periodic load-bank tests for life-safety and business continuity.
Lighting & Controls (Interior/Exterior)
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LED retrofits, networked controls (0–10V, DALI, PoE), egress/UL 924, sports/lot lighting.
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Utility rebate paperwork support.
EV Charging for Fleets & Tenants
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Site power study, trenching, pedestals/wall boxes, panel/service upgrades, commissioning.
Low-Voltage & Systems
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Data/fiber, CCTV, access control, fire alarm wiring, intercom/paging, BAS enablement.
Testing, PM & Power Quality
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IR thermography, torque logs, arc-flash studies/labeling, harmonics mitigation, PM contracts.
Need a quote fast? Request a Bid – typical turnaround is 24 hours with Good/Better/Best options.
Our 4-Step Delivery Process (built for facilities)
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Site Walk & Scope Capture
Confirm loads, clearances, shutdown constraints, and AHJ requirements. Photos/drawings collected so estimates match reality. -
Estimate & Plan
Itemized quote, utility & permit plan, submittals, and schedule (after-hours/weekend changeovers when needed). -
Installation & Safety
Licensed crews execute feeders, gear, lighting/controls, devices. Daily housekeeping and NFPA 70E LOTO practices. -
Testing, Inspection & Close-Out
Torque checks, IR scans (when scoped), labeled panels, as-builts, photos, test results, and inspection sign-off. Optional PM service.
Safety & Compliance You Can Audit
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NEC adherence across service equipment, conductor sizing, grounding/bonding, clearances, labeling.
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NFPA 70E energized work permits, PPE categories, LOTO procedures.
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Arc-flash short-circuit/coordination studies, device settings, and field labels.
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Close-out packet: as-builts, photos, panel schedules, torque/IR logs.
Cost Drivers & Typical Timelines
What affects price/time:
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Capacity & voltage: 120/208 vs 277/480V, available fault current, service size.
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Gear lead times: switchgear, ATS, transformers, networked controls.
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Shut-down windows: after-hours/weekend premiums to avoid downtime.
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Site conditions: ceiling type/height, conduit pathways, coring/trenching, roof penetrations.
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AHJ & utility: permit review and meter/set dates.
Rough expectations (typical):
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Small TI circuit adds: 1–3 days on site.
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Panelboard change-out: 1 weekend with pre-fab.
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Service upgrade with new switchboard: 1–3 weekends (utility schedule dependent).
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Lighting retrofit (50–200 fixtures): 1–5 nights with lift access.
How to Pick the Right Commercial Electrical Contractor
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Local, commercial-first experience (ask for TI and 277/480V case examples).
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Documented safety program (NFPA 70E, LOTO, training logs).
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Quote clarity: scope boundaries, alternates, exclusions, schedule plan.
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Inspection & close-out discipline: sample packet with labels, tests, and photos.
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Capacity: Can they staff weekend changeovers and emergency response?
Ask us for a sample close-out packet—we’ll send a redacted example.
Industries We Serve
Property & facility management, retail & industrial, healthcare, education, public sector, logistics/warehousing, and light manufacturing across El Paso, TX and Las Cruces, NM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work on 277/480V distribution?
- Yes—service equipment, switchgear/switchboards, feeders, and transformers are core scopes.
Can you quote without a site walk?
- With clear drawings and photos, yes. We still recommend a short site visit to lock down access, clearances, and shutdown constraints.
Will you work after hours to avoid downtime?
- Absolutely—weeknight or weekend changeovers are common for service gear and large TI.
Do you handle permits and the utility?
- Yes. We prepare submittals, pull permits, and coordinate with the utility for new service, meter sets, and cutovers.
What do I get at close-out?
- As-builts, labeled panel schedules, torque logs, IR images (if scoped), test results, photo documentation, and a PM checklist.
Where do you respond for emergencies?
- Greater El Paso and Las Cruces. We hold limited rapid-response slots weekly.