Electrical Services
Commercial Electrical Contractor in Louisville, KY
Hadley Energy Solutions is a licensed commercial electrical contractor serving Louisville, KY and surrounding areas. We handle everything from office build-outs and retail renovations to large-scale commercial construction projects. Our team of licensed electricians brings over 100 years of combined experience to every commercial electrical project we take on.
Commercial Expertise
Office build-outs, retail, restaurants, and large-scale construction.
Licensed & Insured
KY License CE64623. Fully insured with Gold Standard safety.
1-Year Warranty
All work backed by our comprehensive warranty program.
Who Needs a Commercial Electrician?
Business owners, property managers, general contractors, and facility managers rely on commercial electricians for office buildings, retail stores, restaurants, churches, hotels, medical offices, and multi-tenant properties. If your building needs electrical work that goes beyond residential wiring, you need a licensed commercial electrical contractor like Hadley Energy Solutions.
What's Included in Our Commercial Electrical Services
- Complete electrical system design and installation
- Service panel upgrades and replacements
- Lighting design and installation
- Power distribution systems
- Code compliance inspections
- Tenant build-out wiring
- Parking lot and exterior lighting
- Emergency and exit lighting systems
- Data and communication wiring
- Electrical system troubleshooting and repair
Our Commercial Electrical Process
Free Consultation & Estimate
We visit your site, assess your electrical needs, and provide a detailed written estimate at no cost.
Design & Planning
Our team creates electrical plans that meet code requirements and your operational needs.
Professional Installation
Licensed electricians complete the work on schedule with minimal disruption to your business.
Inspection & Testing
We test every circuit, verify code compliance, and walk you through the completed work.
Cost Factors for Commercial Electrical Work
Commercial electrical costs in Louisville typically range from $5,000 to $100,000+ depending on the scope. Key factors include:
- Size of the building or space
- Complexity of the electrical system
- Whether it's new construction or renovation
- Code upgrade requirements
- Permit and inspection fees
- Timeline and scheduling requirements
Design-Build Electrical for Louisville Businesses
A commercial electrician handles the design, installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems in non-residential buildings — offices, restaurants, retail, warehouses, manufacturing plants, schools, healthcare facilities, hotels and industrial sites. The work scales far beyond residential: three-phase power, switchgear up to 4,000A, panel-board feeders, motor controls, distribution transformers, building automation integration, emergency lighting, fire-alarm power and code-compliant grounding for tenant build-outs and new construction. Hadley Energy Solutions is one of the few Louisville commercial electrical contractors that handles every phase under one roof — design-build engineering, permit drawings, installation, energy management integration, generator and automatic transfer switch installation, and ongoing service. General contractors and facility managers do not have to coordinate three separate trades, because we self-perform electrical, lighting, controls and HVAC under our combined Electrical (CE64623), Master Electrician (ME64500) and HVAC Master (HM06538) licenses. About 60% of our commercial work is design-build, where we engineer the system, value-engineer it with the owner and deliver a turn-key price; the rest is competitive bid against architect and MEP-engineered drawings.
Tenant Build-Outs, Remodels and New Space
Tenant build-outs are our single most requested commercial service in Louisville. We handle the complete electrical scope for a new space — power layout, branch circuits, lighting and lighting controls, low-voltage rough-in, equipment connections, panel and feeder work, and final trim-out — with the Louisville Metro / Jefferson County permit and inspections coordinated by us. From a 1,000 sq ft restaurant build-out in NuLu to a 200,000 sq ft warehouse in the Riverport, the process is the same: site walk with the owner or general contractor, engineered design and written line-item bid inside five to ten business days, permit and long-lead procurement with locked-in switchgear dates, then installation on schedule with weekly look-aheads and commissioning before turnover. Most Louisville tenant build-outs run six to twelve weeks for the electrical scope, driven mainly by switchgear lead times and permit turnaround.
After the Build: Maintenance and 24/7 Service
The crew that wires a building is the crew that knows it best. We offer quarterly, semi-annual and annual preventive maintenance contracts covering switchgear, distribution panels, lighting, generators, controls and emergency systems, with documented compliance reporting for your facility records. Maintenance customers get priority dispatch and locked-in pricing. We also run 24/7 emergency dispatch for commercial and industrial clients across Louisville — switchgear faults, distribution panel failures, motor control issues and total power loss are answered live by our local team. On the efficiency side, we work with LG&E, Duke Energy Indiana and federal incentive programs to capture available rebates on LED retrofits, HVAC upgrades, controls and demand-response participation, with our Energy Management team led by a Certified Commercial Energy Auditor.
Commercial Electrical Pricing in Louisville
Commercial work is bid per project, but here are typical Louisville-area ranges to help you budget.
| Service | Typical Range | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Tenant Build-Out (1,500 sq ft) | $18,000 – $45,000 | Power, lighting, low-voltage rough-in, finals |
| Office Build-Out (5,000 sq ft) | $25,000 – $75,000 | Including LED lighting and lighting controls |
| Retail Build-Out (3,000 sq ft) | $22,000 – $55,000 | Display lighting, POS power, exterior signage |
| 200A Service-Entrance Upgrade | $3,500 – $7,500 | Single-phase, includes LG&E coordination |
| 400A Three-Phase Service Upgrade | $12,000 – $28,000 | New switchgear, transformer, feeders |
| Warehouse LED Retrofit (50,000 sq ft) | $45,000 – $95,000 | ROI typically under 3 years |
| Commercial Generator (60kW) | $32,000 – $52,000 | With ATS, pad, and gas hookup |
| Quarterly Preventive Maintenance | $1,200 – $4,500 / yr | Switchgear, panels, lighting, EM |
Ranges are estimates for Louisville, KY and Southern Indiana. Every job gets a free written quote before work begins — call (502) 921-3777.
Louisville Commercial Districts We Serve
We've wired build-outs and serviced facilities across every commercial district in the Louisville metro — from downtown high-rises to East End office parks to Riverport warehouses.
Commercial Electrical Contractor FAQs
What's the typical lead time for a commercial build-out in Louisville?
From signed contract to ready-for-occupancy, most Louisville tenant build-outs run 6–12 weeks for the electrical scope, depending on switchgear lead times (currently 8–16 weeks for many manufacturers), permit turnaround at Louisville Metro, and the overall GC schedule. We provide a detailed schedule with the bid and update it weekly.
Do you self-perform or subcontract the electrical work?
We self-perform 100% of our electrical work using in-house crews led by Master Electricians. We never subcontract the actual electrical install. We do partner with vetted low-voltage and life-safety contractors when those scopes are required.
Are you licensed for commercial work in Louisville and Southern Indiana?
Yes. We hold Kentucky Electrical Contractor License CE64623 and Master Electrician License ME64500, and we are licensed to work in Indiana for commercial projects in New Albany, Jeffersonville, Clarksville and Charlestown. Fully bonded and insured for commercial and industrial scopes.
Can you handle the entire MEP package?
We self-perform Electrical (CE64623, ME64500) and HVAC (HM06538) under one license holder. For mechanical, plumbing and fire-protection scopes outside HVAC we coordinate with vetted local partners — but most customers value the combined Electrical + HVAC capability because it removes an entire coordination layer.
Do you do design-build or plan-and-spec bid work?
Both. About 60% of our commercial work is design-build, where we engineer the system, value-engineer with the owner and deliver a turn-key price. The other 40% is competitive bid against architect/MEP-engineered drawings.
What size commercial projects do you take on?
Anywhere from a $2,500 service call to a $1.5M+ design-build. Our sweet spot is $25K–$500K commercial build-outs, retrofits and service upgrades, but we have crews and project managers for smaller and larger work. Call (502) 921-3777 with your scope and we will tell you honestly if we are the right fit.
Do you provide preventive maintenance contracts?
Yes. Quarterly, semi-annual and annual preventive maintenance contracts covering switchgear, distribution panels, lighting, generators, controls and emergency systems. PM customers get priority dispatch, locked-in pricing and documented compliance reporting.
Are you familiar with Louisville-area code requirements?
Yes. We pull permits weekly through Louisville Metro Codes & Regulations and Jefferson County, plus Bullitt, Oldham, Hardin and Floyd counties. Our master electricians stay current on NEC adoption cycles, Kentucky amendments and local inspector preferences.
Can you help with energy efficiency rebates and incentives?
Yes. We work with LG&E, Duke Energy Indiana and federal incentive programs to capture available rebates on LED retrofits, HVAC upgrades, controls and demand-response participation. Our Energy Management team is led by a Certified Commercial Energy Auditor.
How much does a commercial electrician cost in Louisville, KY?
Commercial electrician rates in Louisville typically range from $75 to $150 per hour depending on the complexity of the work. Hadley Energy Solutions offers free estimates so you know the full cost before work begins. Call (502) 921-3777 for a no-obligation quote.
Do you handle commercial electrical permits in Louisville?
Yes. Hadley Energy Solutions handles all permit applications and inspections for commercial electrical work in Louisville and Jefferson County. Our license numbers are CE64623 and ME64500.
How long does a commercial electrical project take?
Timeline depends on the scope. A small tenant build-out might take 1-2 weeks, while a large commercial construction project could take several months. We provide detailed timelines in every estimate.
Do you offer emergency commercial electrical service?
Yes. We provide same-day emergency electrical service for commercial facilities in Louisville and surrounding areas. Call (502) 921-3777 for immediate assistance.
Do you offer warranties on commercial electrical work?
Yes. We provide a 1-year warranty on all work performed, plus manufacturer's warranties are available on equipment and materials.
Why Choose Hadley Energy Solutions?
Hadley Energy Solutions has been serving Louisville's commercial sector since 2013. Unlike residential-focused electricians, we specialize in the unique demands of commercial electrical systems — from 3-phase power distribution to building automation integration. Our team holds a Gold Standard Step Award for safety, and we're members of the Associated Builders and Contractors.
Related Articles
Learn more about this topic from our expert team.
Keep exploring
Related Services
Explore Our Full Capabilities
As a dual-licensed electrical and HVAC contractor, Hadley Energy Solutions offers a complete range of services under one roof.
Service Areas
We provide commercial electrical contractor throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
Commercial Electrical Costs in Louisville, KY — 2026 Pricing Guide
Hourly rates, panel-upgrade pricing, service-call fees, ROI benchmarks, and permit requirements for Louisville commercial projects.
Read the 2026 Louisville Commercial Electrical Pricing GuideCustomer Reviews
What Our Customers Say
"Service was top notch. One of the best company's I have had the pleasure of doing business with. The work crew is full of energetic knowledgeable employees. I would recommend them to anyone."
"They were very responsive and professional. After being without power for 3 days, they had us up and running within 24 hours of calling them. EXCELLENT SERVICE!!!"
"I had some electric work that I needed completed. Hadley Energy Solutions went above and beyond what I was expecting. Top notch service, top notch company. Would definitely recommend!"