Smartwire

Smartwire is a licensed and insured Class A Virginia electrical contractor based in Ashland and serving the Greater Richmond and Central Virginia area. Nearly 40 years in business, Smartwire has wired thousands of homes from the ground up and brings deep experience with both new construction and older Richmond homes, including plaster ceilings and walls, knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum wiring, and full-home rewires.

About 70% of their work is residential, covering everything from renovations and troubleshooting to running power to outbuildings, EV charger installations, recessed and LED lighting upgrades, exterior lighting, generators, and home battery backup systems. All electricians are OSHA-10 certified and background checked, and the company backs its work with a 12-month workmanship warranty for homeowners who want both safety and accountability from their electrical contractor.

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Customer Experience: What to Expect When Working With Smartwire

Smartwire is intentional about how its team shows up at a customer’s home. The expectation on every service call is five-star level service, backed up by detailed, authentic Google reviews that highlight how consistently they take care of customers. Safety and trust are at the center of the experience: technicians are carefully trained to work in occupied homes, to respect the space they’re in, and to handle electrical systems with care. Homeowners can expect electricians who not only solve the issue but also take time to explain what they’re finding, how the system fits together, and why certain repairs or upgrades are being recommended.

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Transparency around pricing is another pillar of Smartwire’s process. The company does not bill on a time-and-material basis; instead, they provide a clear estimate for every job before work begins. That way, the homeowner understands both the scope and the cost up front, which helps reduce stress in situations that are already disruptive, like losing power, needing a panel upgrade, or tackling a major remodel. Smartwire also pulls permits where required and operates with the appropriate business licenses across the counties they serve. Coupled with their 12-month workmanship warranty, this gives homeowners a predictable experience from the first call through final inspection, whether it’s a small troubleshooting visit or a whole-home rewire in an older Richmond property.

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“Really important for us is providing an estimate for every single job. We don’t do time-and-material billing; we want customers to know precisely what the costs are and why the work is necessary before we start.”
— Andrew Treleaven, owner at Smartwire

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Electrical Services Tips for RVA Homeowners

• Schedule periodic electrical safety inspections: If it has been several years since your last checkup, or if you’ve never had more than a basic home inspection, consider a dedicated electrical safety inspection by a licensed electrician—especially in older Richmond homes or if “weird” electrical issues are showing up.
• Treat the home inspection as a starting point, not the finish line: The standard home inspection when you buy a house is typically done by a general home inspector, not an electrician. Use that report as a baseline, then follow up with a qualified electrical contractor if there are concerns or if the home is older.
• Always verify licensing, insurance, and bonding: Before hiring any electrician, confirm that they are properly licensed as an electrical contractor in Virginia, carry the right insurance, and are bonded. This protects you if something goes wrong and is a basic requirement for having someone work on your home’s electrical system.
• Ask about training, OSHA certification, and background checks: It’s reasonable to expect the people working in your home to be both qualified and vetted. Look for companies whose electricians carry OSHA certifications and have completed background checks so you can feel confident about who is coming through the door.
• Make sure permits are pulled when required: For larger projects—such as service upgrades, major additions, or whole-home rewires—your electrician should pull the appropriate permits and work within local code requirements. This not only keeps the work safe but can help avoid complications when you go to sell your home.
• Don’t ignore small warning signs: Flickering lights, frequently tripping breakers, outlets that feel warm, or “mystery” switches and circuits that don’t behave as expected are all reasons to bring in an electrician for troubleshooting. Catching issues early can prevent more serious problems later, particularly in older homes with legacy wiring.
• Be realistic about DIY limits with electricity: Many handy homeowners can safely replace a light fixture or a receptacle, but if you feel even slightly unsure, it’s smart to call a professional. With electrical work, safety margins are small; when in doubt, let a licensed electrician handle the troubleshooting and repairs.
• Plan ahead for backup power and new loads: As more homes add EV chargers, home offices, and other high-demand equipment, it’s worth talking with an electrician about panel capacity, dedicated circuits, and options like transfer switches or home battery backup systems. A little planning now can make your home more resilient when the grid has issues.

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Bottom line: Smartwire pairs nearly four decades of local electrical experience with OSHA-certified, background-checked electricians, clear up-front pricing, and a focus on homeowner safety, making them a reliable choice for Richmond-area families who want their electrical work done carefully and transparently.

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Profile credit: Insights provided by Andrew Treleaven, Smartwire.

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Location:

11263 Air Park Road, Suite B2

Ashland, VA 23005

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