US Communications and Electric

What US Communications and Electric does

US Communications and Electric, Inc. is a privately held, women-owned low-voltage infrastructure services firm founded in 1996 in Cleveland, Ohio, and headquartered in Garfield Heights. The company designs, installs, and maintains integrated technology infrastructure for commercial, institutional, and government clients, with core offerings spanning structured cabling (fiber optic and copper), Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and Wi-Fi, physical security (video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection), audio-visual systems, and Internet of Things (IoT) integration. Delivery is supported by six RCDD-certified engineers and 30+ industry certifications, with a design-assist/Integrated Project Delivery model that allows single-source accountability for complex multi-system deployments. The firm differentiates through specialized wireless design expertise (Ekahau and iBWave certifications) and end-to-end integration of disparate systems into unified managed infrastructure.

The business operates on a project-based professional services revenue model, complemented by a smaller recurring managed services and staffing augmentation stream for installed systems. Pricing is quote-based for commercial work and pre-negotiated for public-sector clients via its GSA Federal Schedule (GS-35F-0541R) and Ohio Department of Administrative Services contracts (Schedule 534294, STS-073). Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales targeting six primary verticals: healthcare (MetroHealth, Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Akron Children's), financial institutions (Huntington Bank, KeyBank, Charles Schwab), government (FBI), industrial/manufacturing (Goodyear), education, and data centers. Geographic focus is Northeast Ohio with project-based work extending regionally; the customer base includes referenceable enterprise logos across all six verticals, with cumulative scale of 10,000+ projects delivered and 250 million+ feet of network cable installed since founding. The company is bootstrapped, founder-led (CEO Patricia Connole, COO Jim Connole), with no disclosed external capital and an EVP (John DiRocco) promoted in July 2023 to support continued scaling.

Name

US Communications and Electric

Legal name

US Communications and Electric, Inc.

Website

https://uscande.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

US Communications and Electric is a Cleveland-based, women-owned low-voltage infrastructure firm that designs, installs, and services structured cabling, DAS/Wi-Fi, security, AV, and IoT systems for healthcare, government, finance, education, industrial, and data center clients across Ohio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Network Infrastructure Services

NAICS

Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction (237130)

SIC

Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro primary industry

Low-Voltage Wiring (Data/CAT6, Coax, Phone) (HSAOADAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Network Engineering, Integration & Field Deployment Services (Design, Build, Test) (EUADAIAM)

Keywords

• Network infrastructure services
• Structured cabling installation
• Low voltage systems integration
• Wireless network design
• Physical security systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Installation Services: One-time professional installation of network cabling, security systems, audio-visual equipment, and other low voltage infrastructure. Revenue recognized upon project completion.
2. Design & Consulting Services: Engineering and design services for technology infrastructure projects, including design-assist and integrated project delivery models
3. Managed Services & Support: Ongoing support services for installed systems including managed services, staffing augmentation for data center moves/adds/changes

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

US Communications and Electric designs, installs, and maintains low-voltage technology infrastructure for commercial, institutional, and government customers. Core offerings include fiber optic and copper structured cabling, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and Wi-Fi wireless networks, physical security systems, audio/visual systems, and Internet of Things (IoT) integration. Services span design-assist/integrated project delivery, professional installation, and ongoing managed services and staffing support.

Product overview

US Communications and Electric offers a portfolio of integrated technology solutions centered on network infrastructure and low-voltage systems. The core offerings include Network Cabling (fiber optic and copper), Security systems (video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection), Distributed Antenna Systems and Wi-Fi wireless networks, Design and Integration Services (Design Assist/IPD and Design Build delivery), Audio Visual solutions (video walls, auditoriums, conference rooms), and Internet of Things (IoT) integration. These services are delivered through a structured approach spanning consultation, design, installation, and ongoing managed services support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Network Cabling Design and installation of fiber optic and copper network cabling infrastructure providing robust, reliable, and scalable connectivity for commercial, industrial, and institutional environments.
• Security Systems Custom-designed physical security systems including video surveillance, intercom, intrusion detection, asset monitoring, and visitor management integrated with existing technology infrastructure.
• Distributed Antenna Systems and Wi-Fi DAS networks to amplify cellular and first responder signal, plus wireless Wi-Fi network design, site surveys, heat mapping, engineering, access point layout, installation, testing, and optimization.
• Design and Integration Services End-to-end technology solutions from concept through installation including Design Assist/Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and Design Build delivery methods, plus integration of disparate systems into a unified managed infrastructure.
• Audio Visual Solutions Audio video solutions for boardrooms, classrooms, training rooms, and auditoriums including video walls, background music systems, and sound masking technologies.
• Internet of Things Integration IoT implementation services connecting devices, machinery, and sensors to networks enabling data collection, analytics, and operational efficiency improvements across industries.
• Managed Services and Support Ongoing support services for installed systems including managed services and staffing augmentation for data center moves, adds, and changes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 10,000 projects successfully delivered since 1996
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MetroHealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2020Community partner supporting MetroHealth's campaign to increase internet access for Cleveland residents. US Communications participates in MetroHealth events including education and networking for small, minority, and female businesses in construction
• DellcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing computing and enterprise solutions that complement US Communications' network infrastructure offerings
• Responsive TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partner contributing to US Communications' ability to deliver world-class technology solutions
• Superior EssexcoreTechnology or IntegrationCable manufacturer partner; US Communications logo featured on NASCAR hood of driver Landon Cassill (#00) at Richmond Raceway (2019)
• CommScopecoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork infrastructure and connectivity solutions partner including SystiMax brand
• CorningcoreTechnology or IntegrationFiber optic cable manufacturer partner for network infrastructure installations
• PanduitcoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork infrastructure solutions partner including cabling and connectivity products
• SiemoncoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork cabling infrastructure partner specializing in copper and fiber cabling systems
• BeldencoreTechnology or IntegrationCable and connectivity solutions partner for network infrastructure
• HubbellcoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork infrastructure products partner including wiring devices and cable management
• LegrandcoreTechnology or IntegrationElectrical and network infrastructure solutions partner
• LevitoncoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork cabling and connectivity solutions partner
• Milestone SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationVideo management software partner for security surveillance solutions
• Hanwha TechwincoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity cameras and surveillance solutions partner
• AMAG TechnologycoreTechnology or IntegrationPhysical security and access control solutions partner
• Aruba NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationWireless networking solutions partner for Wi-Fi infrastructure
• Axis CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationNetwork video surveillance cameras and solutions partner
• Exacq TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationVideo management system partner for security applications
• Salient SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationCompleteView video management platform partner

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AVI-SPL: Largest commercial AV and collaboration systems integrator in North America, serving enterprise, education, and government customers. Adjacent to US Communications' Audio Visual and integration offerings.
• EMCOR Group: Large multi-trade facilities and infrastructure services firm with a dedicated communications and low-voltage division. Overlapping capability set delivered as part of a much broader services portfolio.
• MasTec: Large national infrastructure services company with communications and utility-side capabilities. Overlaps with US Communications' outside-plant and communications construction work as part of a much wider portfolio.

Others

• Wesco International (including Anixter): Global distribution and supply-chain services provider of communications, electrical, and network infrastructure products — supplier and ecosystem partner to US Communications rather than direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Black Box: Network infrastructure services and communications equipment integrator providing cabling, voice, and data center connectivity to enterprise and government customers. Comparable scope on the network infrastructure side.
• Communications Engineering Company (CEC): Midwest-based communications systems integrator delivering structured cabling, AV, security, and wireless solutions to healthcare, education, and enterprise customers. Closely comparable regional integrator with similar service mix.
• Helix Electric: National electrical contractor with significant low-voltage and communications capabilities serving data center, healthcare, and commercial clients. Comparable project-based delivery model at larger scale.
• Faith Technologies: Electrical and technology systems integrator with a dedicated low-voltage and communications practice serving data centers, healthcare, and industrial markets. Comparable design-build integration model.
• IES Holdings: National contractor whose Communications division delivers network cabling, AV, and low-voltage infrastructure across enterprise and data center segments. Closely comparable service portfolio to US Communications.
• Convergint Technologies: Large national low-voltage and security systems integrator serving healthcare, government, and enterprise customers with design-build services. Most direct comparable on business model, certifications, and vertical mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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