Commercial Electrical Services
Kochs Electric delivers reliable, professional commercial electrical services to businesses throughout Indiana – wired right, code compliant, and built to last. We provide efficient electrical solutions tailored to your operations, ensuring dependable performance for the long term.
5 Highlights on Commercial Electrical Services
- Full-scope commercial wiring — Kochs Electric installs, connects, and terminates conductors across branch circuits, feeder runs, and service entrance equipment for commercial buildings of all sizes, delivering dependable electrical systems from day one.
- Panel and switchgear work — Our licensed electricians install and upgrade circuit breakers, busbars, disconnects, and distribution panels rated for single-phase and three-phase commercial loads.
- Motor control and automation — We wire contactors, starters, variable frequency drives, and PLC-based control systems that manage motor torque, speed, and horsepower demands.
- Lighting controls and low-voltage systems — Kochs Electric installs dimmers, occupancy sensors, photocells, and timer relays that improve energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, and support improving lighting system performance across your facility.
- Code-compliant inspections and commissioning — Every project includes arc flash evaluation, grounding electrode system verification, and equipment grounding conductor checks before we energize any system.
Our Commercial Electrical Services:
- Commercial Electrical Wiring & Tenant Buildouts
- Commercial Panel Upgrade & Installation
- Three-Phase Power Installation
- Commercial Lighting Installation
- Fire Alarm System Wiring
- Whole-Building Surge Protection
- Structured Cabling & Low Voltage Wiring
- Commercial Generator & Transfer Switch Installation
Why Choose Our Commercial Electrical Services
Kochs Electric is a qualified, licensed commercial electrical contractor with hands-on experience across retail, office, warehouse, and light industrial facilities. Our electricians are certified to work on low-voltage, medium-voltage, and high-voltage systems – and we don’t cut corners on codes or workmanship. Businesses trust us to deliver professional service that keeps electrical systems safe and operational.
We pull permits on every job. We coordinate with the utility, the general contractor, and the building inspector so your project stays on schedule. Our team calculates load demand, designs raceway and trunking layouts, and specifies the right conductor gauge and insulation rating before a single wire gets pulled – ensuring all installation services are completed on time and within budget.
Kochs Electric uses only rated, listed materials – armored cable, shielded conductors, and properly sized conduit – matched to the amperage and wattage requirements of your commercial space. We test every circuit, measure voltage and current at each outlet and receptacle, and verify power factor and harmonic distortion levels before we hand the project over. This ensures you receive efficient, reliable electrical systems that provide dependable performance for years to come.
Our work comes backed by a satisfaction guarantee. If something isn’t right, we come back and fix it. No runaround. No excuses. That’s the Kochs Electric standard on every professional commercial electrical project we take on. Contact us today to discuss electrical solutions that deliver real value for your business operations and the customers you serve.
Signs You Need Commercial Electrical Services
1. Frequent circuit breaker trips: A breaker that trips repeatedly isn’t just an inconvenience – it’s a sign your branch circuit is carrying more load than it’s rated for. Overloaded conductors generate heat, degrade insulation, and create fault conditions that can lead to system failures and costly repairs. Kochs Electric can measure amperage draw, calculate actual demand, and perform electrical panel upgrades or add dedicated circuits to handle the load safely.
2. Flickering or dimming lights under load: When your lighting fixtures dim every time heavy equipment starts up, you’ve got a voltage drop problem that disrupts daily operations and hurts productivity. This happens when conductors are undersized for the run length or when your feeder can’t supply enough current to the load. We troubleshoot the circuit, check conductor resistance, and correct the wiring to restore stable voltage and reliable system performance.
3. Outdated or undersized electrical panels: Commercial spaces that have grown over time often run on electrical panels that were never designed for today’s electrical demand, driving up energy costs and reducing energy usage efficiency. If your busbar is maxed out, your disconnect is corroded, or your meter shows consistent peak demand charges, it’s time to upgrade. Kochs Electric designs and installs new service entrance equipment sized for your actual load, ensuring reliable performance both now and in the future.
4. No ground fault or arc flash protection: Commercial code requires ground fault circuit interrupter protection and arc flash coordination in specific areas. If your facility lacks proper bonding jumpers, equipment grounding conductors, or arc flash labeling, you’re out of compliance and at risk. We inspect, diagnose, and bring your system up to current NEC standards.
5. Adding new equipment or expanding your space: New HVAC units, commercial kitchen equipment, EV charging stations, or a tenant buildout all require new circuits, proper load calculations, and permit-pulled wiring. Don’t tap into an existing circuit that wasn’t designed for the added wattage. Kochs Electric handles everything from installation and replacement to full system upgrades – providing installation services tailored to your daily operations and future growth plans.
Our Commercial Electrical Services Process
Step 1 — Site Assessment and Load Calculation We visit your facility, inspect the existing service, and calculate your total electrical demand. We check panel capacity, feeder sizing, and branch circuit layout to understand what your system can handle and what it needs.
Step 2 — Design and Specification Our team designs the raceway layout, selects conductor gauge and insulation type, and specifies all equipment – from circuit breakers and disconnects to outlets, fixtures, and control gear. We build the design around your load requirements and local code.
Step 3 — Permitting and Scheduling Kochs Electric pulls all required permits and coordinates the inspection schedule with your local authority having jurisdiction. We align our work schedule with your operations to minimize downtime.
Step 4 — Installation and Wiring Our electricians run conduit, pull conductors, mount panels, and connect all devices. We splice, terminate, and secure every connection to manufacturer specs and NEC requirements.
Step 5 — Testing, Commissioning, and Energizing We test every circuit for continuity, measure voltage and current at each load point, verify grounding and bonding, and confirm arc flash coordination before we energize the system. You get a fully commissioned, code-compliant installation – backed by professional service and our workmanship commitment.
Brands We Use
Kochs Electric installs and works with trusted, top-rated brands that commercial electricians rely on for performance and safety:
- Square D
- Eaton
- Siemens
- Leviton
- Hubbell
- Lutron
- ABB
- Southwire
- Panduit
- Fluke
Every brand we specify is UL listed and rated for commercial applications.
Other Services
| Commercial electrical services | Commercial electrician | Circuit breaker installation, panel upgrade |
| Commercial wiring contractor | Business electrical services | Feeder wiring, branch circuit installation |
| Commercial electrical installation | Office electrical contractor | Conduit installation, conductor termination |
| Commercial panel upgrade | Electrical service upgrade | Busbar replacement, disconnect installation |
| Commercial lighting installation | Commercial electrical repair | Occupancy sensor wiring, dimmer installation |
FAQs About Commercial Electrical Services
What are commercial electrical services?
Commercial electrical services cover all electrical work performed in non-residential buildings – offices, retail stores, warehouses, restaurants, and light industrial facilities. This includes wiring, electrical panel upgrades, lighting system installation, motor control, backup power, and code compliance work. Our maintenance services and repair services ensure your electrical systems remain safe and operational long-term.
When do I need a licensed commercial electrician?
Any time you’re adding circuits, upgrading a panel, installing new equipment, or expanding your space, you need a licensed electrician who can pull permits and meet commercial code requirements. DIY work on commercial systems isn’t legal and won’t pass inspection.
How does a commercial electrical installation differ from residential?
Commercial installations typically involve three-phase power, higher amperage service, more complex load calculations, and stricter code requirements around arc flash protection, grounding, and equipment ratings. The conductor sizes, panel gear, and raceway systems are all scaled for heavier, continuous-duty loads.
Can Kochs Electric handle both new construction and retrofit projects?
Yes. We wire new commercial builds from the ground up and retrofit existing facilities to handle new loads, updated code requirements, or expanded operations. Both types of work require proper design, permitting, and inspection.
Does Kochs Electric offer electrical troubleshooting for commercial buildings?
Absolutely. We diagnose faults, short circuits, open conductors, overloads, and power quality issues including harmonic distortion and poor power factor. We use calibrated test equipment to measure voltage, current, resistance, and wattage at every point in the system. Our goal is to reduce energy usage, improve efficiency and safety, and ensure your electrical systems deliver dependable performance.
How long does a commercial electrical project take?
Timeline depends on the scope. A single circuit addition might take a few hours. A full service upgrade or tenant buildout can run several days to several weeks. For emergency commercial electrical needs, we respond quickly to minimize disruption to your daily operations. Kochs Electric gives you a clear schedule upfront and sticks to it, providing routine maintenance and professional service that customers can count on.