The Electric Company of Seattle Inc

What The Electric Company of Seattle Inc does

The Electric Company of Seattle Inc is a family-owned and operated electrical services contractor headquartered at 7248 27th Ave NE, Seattle, Washington, serving residential and small commercial customers across the Seattle metropolitan area, Eastside communities, and South Whidbey Island. The company was originally founded by Stephen Brandeis in 1979 and has operated under the same name in Seattle since 1993, now spanning two generations of family involvement across management and field operations. Its service portfolio covers roughly 18 distinct offerings, including panel and service upgrades, knob and tube rewiring, aluminum wiring remediation, code violation repairs, EV charging station installation, lighting installation, landscape lighting, generator wiring, ADU/shed/garage wiring, kitchen and bath remodel electrical work, infrared heater installation, spa/sauna wiring, in-wall heating, troubleshooting, and whole-system electrical inspections.

Technically, the company operates a conventional licensed-electrician service model with no proprietary software, hardware, or AI components; it relies on industry-standard equipment and materials from manufacturers including Square D QO, Juno Lighting, Lutron, Halo, Leviton, WAC, Intermatic, RAB, Lithonia, Eaton, and Volt Lighting. It back its installations with a two-year workmanship warranty and lifetime manufacturer's warranties wherever possible.

Commercially, the company generates revenue through a professional-services, time-and-materials billing model: a $275 service call fee covering travel and the first hour of work, followed by $176/hour billed in 15-minute increments, plus a $325 flat-rate whole-system electrical inspection. All distribution is direct-to-consumer via phone (206-633-3896), email ([email protected]), and a website contact form, with no resellers or franchisees. Customer acquisition is driven primarily by word-of-mouth referrals and an aggregated online review presence across Google, Yelp, NextDoor, Angie's List, and Consumer's Checkbook, supplemented by local SEO and a Trusted Partners referral network. Customer segments are horizontal across residential homeowners, property owners/managers, and small commercial establishments including restaurants, with no disclosed enterprise or contract-based accounts.

Name

The Electric Company of Seattle Inc

Legal name

The Electric Company of Seattle Inc

Website

https://elcose.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Electric Company of Seattle Inc is a family-owned licensed electrical services contractor serving residential and small commercial customers across the Seattle metro, Eastside, and Whidbey Island, offering panel upgrades, rewiring, EV charging, and related installations on a time-and-materials direct-to-consumer billing model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential and commercial electrical contracting services

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (23821)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Contracting & Wiring (IMAFALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Electrical Installation & New Construction Wiring (HSAOADAA), Electrical Panel Upgrades & Service Changes (HSAOADAB), Electrical Panel & Service Entrance Emergency Repair (HSAOAEAF), Circuit Additions & Dedicated Lines (Appliance/EV/Hot Tub) (HSAOADAD)

Keywords

• Residential electrical services
• Commercial electrical contracting
• Electrical panel upgrades
• Knob and tube rewiring
• EV charger installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Electrical Services - Hourly Billing: Time-and-materials billing model with service call fees and hourly rates. Service call includes first hour of work at a flat rate plus travel time. Additional time billed at $176/hour in 15-minute increments. Some jobs require two electricians working simultaneously.
2. Electrical Inspections: Whole-system electrical inspections offered as a standalone service for $325, including up to 1.5 hours of inspection time, written report, and repair estimate if requested. Additional time billed at hourly rate.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Electric Company of Seattle Inc is a family-owned licensed electrical contracting firm that delivers residential and commercial electrical installation, repair, rewiring, and inspection services across the Seattle metropolitan area. Core offerings include electrical panel and service upgrades, knob and tube rewiring, EV charging station installation, lighting placement and installation, troubleshooting and repairs, aluminum wiring remediation, code violation repairs, and remodel electrical services for kitchens, bathrooms, and ADUs. Services are billed via a $275 service call fee (first hour) and $176/hour thereafter, with $325 electrical inspections available as a standalone offering.

Product overview

The Electric Company of Seattle is a family-owned electrical services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of residential and commercial electrical services in the Seattle metropolitan area. The company provides expert electrical repairs, troubleshooting, panel upgrades, rewiring services (including knob and tube and aluminum wiring replacement), lighting installation (interior, recessed LED, landscape), EV charging station installation, generator wiring, and specialized services for spas, kitchens, and bathrooms. Commercial services include tenant improvements, restaurant wiring, and data/network cabling. The company operates on a service-based model rather than a software product platform, with services priced via service call fees ($275 first hour) and hourly rates ($176/hr). The company serves the greater Seattle area including Shoreline, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Lynnwood, Everett, Bothell, Kenmore, Mercer Island, West Seattle, Ballard, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, and Whidbey Island.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Electrical Panel and Service Upgrades Electrical panel upgrades and service replacements to increase capacity and support modern electrical demands, including 200-amp upgrades for Seattle-area residential properties.
• Knob and Tube Rewiring Replacement of outdated knob and tube wiring systems in older Seattle homes with modern, code-compliant electrical wiring.
• Lighting Placement and Installation Interior and exterior lighting installation including recessed LED lights, canless lights, and custom lighting design for residential properties.
• EV Charging Station Installation Level 2 EV charger installation for homes, including panel capacity evaluation and dedicated circuit installation.
• Troubleshooting and Repairs Electrical troubleshooting and repair services for faulty outlets, flickering lights, power outages, and wiring issues in residential and commercial properties.
• Aluminum Wiring Remediation Remediation and rewiring of homes with aluminum wiring to eliminate fire hazards and replace with copper wiring.
• Code Violation Repairs Electrical code violation repairs to bring systems into compliance with Seattle and Washington State electrical codes.
• Spa and Sauna Wiring Electrical wiring for spas and saunas including dedicated circuits, GFCI protection, and code-compliant installations.
• Landscape Lighting Outdoor landscape lighting installation including pathway lighting, accent lighting, and programmable dusk-to-dawn systems.
• Data and Network Wiring Structured cabling for data, voice, and AV systems including Cat6 ethernet wiring and network panel installation.
• Infrared Deck and Porch Heater Installation Installation of infrared deck and porch heaters including dedicated circuits and outdoor-rated wiring.
• Generators Standby generator installation including transfer switch installation, load management setup, and system testing.
• In-Wall Heating and Thermostats Installation and replacement of in-wall heaters, baseboard heaters, and thermostats for electric heating systems.
• ADU, Shed and Garage Wiring Complete electrical wiring for accessory dwelling units, sheds, and garages including subpanel installation and service extensions.
• Kitchen Remodel Electrical Services Electrical upgrades for kitchen remodels including new circuits, outlet layouts, lighting design, and appliance wiring.
• Bathroom Remodel Electrical Services Electrical services for bathroom renovations including GFCI-protected outlets, vanity lighting, and dedicated circuits.
• Restaurant Wiring and Rewiring Electrical wiring and rewiring services for restaurants including kitchen equipment connections and tenant improvements for commercial food service operations.
• Electrical Inspections Whole-system electrical inspections for homes and businesses with written reports and repair estimates, offered at a flat rate of $325 for up to 1.5 hours.

Quantifiable outcome

• Response time: next business day at 7AM for urgent cases

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Trusted Partners NetworkminorOthersThe company maintains a network of trusted professionals across various industries who they refer customers to when electrical work is not the primary need. Categories include Contractors & Home Services (architect, cleaning, flooring, general contractor, handyperson, HVAC, interior design, landscape, painting, plumbing, real estate, roofing), Business & Financial Services (tax deferral, banking, bookkeeping, CPA, credit repair, financial advisor, graphic design, IT/cybersecurity, paid advertising, SEO, web developer, writing services), Personal Services (auto repair, estate planning, insurance, injury law, mortgages), and Health & Wellness (chiropractor, end of life doula, therapist, transition coach). All partners are vetted local professionals recommended to customers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Brennan Electric: Pacific Northwest residential and commercial electrical contractor providing panel upgrades, EV charging, and rewiring. Directly comparable service portfolio and regional footprint to the subject company.
• Harts Services: Multi-trade home services provider in the Puget Sound region offering electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Comparable Seattle-metro service model and customer base, with broader trade coverage that competes directly for remodel and service work.
• Parker Electric Service: Long-standing Seattle residential and commercial electrical contractor offering troubleshooting, panel changes, and rewiring. Directly comparable in customer mix, geography, and service range to the subject company.
• Shaffer Electric: Seattle-area electrical contractor serving homeowners and small businesses with installations, repairs, and remodeling support. Comparable scale, geography, and service-line breadth.
• Wire Craft Electric: Seattle-area residential and commercial electrical contractor offering panel upgrades, EV charger installs, and troubleshooting. Closely comparable service mix, geographic focus, and customer profile to The Electric Company of Seattle.
• Eco Electric: Seattle-based residential electrical contractor focused on EV charger installations, panel upgrades, and older-home rewiring. Closely comparable niche positioning on electrification upgrades in the same metro.

Broad incumbents

• Mr. Sparky Electric: National franchise electrical services brand serving the Seattle metro. Competes for the same residential service-call and panel-upgrade jobs with standardized pricing and 24/7 dispatch positioning.
• Mr. Electric (Seattle / national franchise): National electrical service franchise with a Seattle-area operator offering residential and commercial electrical work. Overlaps directly on service lines but competes via brand, marketing scale, and broader geographic reach.

Regional players

• Beacon Plumbing & Mechanical: Long-established Seattle-area home services provider expanding into electrical and related trades. Comparable PNW footprint and customer demographic, with broader service breadth that creates cross-sell competition.

Others

• Angi (Angie's List / HomeAdvisor leads): Lead-aggregation platform actively used in the Seattle market to source electrician demand. Comparable in that it channels the same customer intent the company captures through referrals, but as an enabling/intermediary layer rather than a direct service competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/electric-company-of-seattle

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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