Commercial
electrical,
done right.
Ground-up construction, tenant build-outs, and 24/7 emergency service — from the team that's kept Tampa businesses running for 40 years.
40+
Years in Business
11K+
Satisfied Customers
1.5K+
Commercial Projects
1K+
Industrial Projects
24/7
Service
Pro-active maintenance, pole lighting, and emergency repairs — day or night, whenever you call.
Remodel Services
Remodels and tenant build-outs completed on schedule.
Ground-Up Construction
Full electrical build from the foundation — any size, any sector.
Circuit Directory
Every service we run, laid out the way we label a panel.
Your Next Project, Whatever the Sector
Founded by a Navy veteran. Built by people who show up.
Bill Goldthorp launched Bates Electric in 1985 after honorable service in the United States Navy, running the company out of a two-car garage in Town & Country, Tampa. Forty years later, Bates operates out of a 24,000 sq ft headquarters and is a NaVOBA-certified Veteran Business Enterprise.
"I attribute our success to the people who put in a lot of sweat equity, and our customers who have been quick to give us guidance and feedback."
— Bill Goldthorp, Founder
From First Call to Finished Job
STEP 01
Contact Us
Call, or send a quote request — we respond the same business day.
STEP 02
Free Assessment
A project manager visits your site to scope the work and answer questions.
STEP 03
Detailed Quote
A clear, written quote — no surprise costs once the work begins.
STEP 04
Professional Completion
Work completed on schedule, up to code, with minimal disruption.
The Teams We Keep Powered
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Word Around the Job Site
Sample placeholder quotes — swap in real testimonials or Google reviews before launch.
"Bates handled our tenant build-out on schedule and under budget. Communication was clear from the first walkthrough to the final inspection."
Facilities Manager
Commercial Retail Center, Tampa
"We called at 11 PM with a panel failure and had a crew on-site within the hour. That kind of response is why we've stayed with them for years."
Property Manager
Multi-Family Housing, Brandon
"Ground-up electrical for our new location was handled by one crew from permitting through final walk-through. No surprises."
General Contractor
Ground-Up Construction, Tampa
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Our office runs Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, and we provide 24/7 emergency electrical repair on weekends and after hours.
Yes — Florida License EC0001305 and Georgia License EN215751, and we carry full insurance on every commercial and industrial job.
We're based in Tampa and serve the greater Tampa Bay area, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, and Wesley Chapel.
Both. We handle everything from full ground-up electrical construction and tenant build-outs to routine maintenance and emergency repairs.
Call us directly or use the contact form — a project manager typically responds the same business day to schedule a free assessment.
From the Bates Blog
Start The Conversation
A project manager typically responds the same business day.
Call
1 (813) 888-7050
info@bateselectric.com
Visit
7901 Hopi Place, Tampa, FL 33634
Hours
Mon–Fri: 7AM–4PM
Sat–Sun: 24/7 Emergency
Keeping your place lit at all times.
Tell us about your power supply, wiring, or grid problem — we're sure to fix it before the sun sets.