Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Contractors in Belleville, IL
Founded in 1990 by Tom Wissehr, our company has grown from a small specialty electrical contractor into a trusted leader in commercial, industrial, and transportation electrical projects. With over 30 years of experience, we combine sound engineering, creative problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to safety to deliver complex projects others avoid. Our team of professional engineers, project managers, and skilled tradespeople self-performs every phase of work, ensuring accountability and quality control.Clients return repeatedly due to our proven track record of meeting deadlines, budgets, and performance expectations while maintaining a zero-accident culture recognized by industry awards from AGC, NECA, and the Southern Illinois Builders Association. Our investment in specialized civil construction equipment enables us to offer turnkey solutions that few competitors can match.
Services
Electrical Contracting
Traffic Signal Construction
Civil Construction
Energy Management
LED Lighting Retrofits
Maintenance & Testing
Traction Power Systems
Data Center Upgrades
Oversized Load Escorts
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in complex electrical contracting projects.
- Our team self-performs all work phases with in-house engineers and skilled personnel.
- We maintain a zero-accident safety culture recognized by industry awards since 2011.
- We own specialized civil construction equipment for comprehensive project control.
- We handle challenging projects others avoid due to our engineering expertise and resources.
Associations and certifications
- AGC
- NECA
- Southern Illinois Builders Association
Services
Electrical Contracting
We deliver comprehensive electrical contracting services for commercial, industrial, and transportation sectors. Our expertise includes complex projects requiring sound engineering, creative solutions, and strict safety protocols. Clients trust our 30+ years of experience in managing all project phases from planning to completion.
Traffic Signal Construction
Our traffic signal construction services include installation, maintenance, and upgrades for transportation infrastructure. We handle specialized projects like oversized load escorts and intelligent transportation systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and minimal operational disruptions.
Civil Construction
We provide civil construction services with a full fleet of equipment for excavating, directional boring, and site preparation. This capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions with tighter quality control, reducing reliance on third-party subcontractors for critical project phases.
Energy Management
Our energy management services focus on modernizing electrical systems for improved efficiency. This includes LED lighting retrofits, power distribution upgrades, and integration of digital metering systems to optimize energy usage while maintaining operational reliability.
Maintenance & Testing
We offer preventive maintenance and testing for electrical systems across diverse industries. Our services ensure long-term performance of critical infrastructure through regular inspections, equipment upgrades, and compliance with safety regulations.
People
Tom Wissehr
Owner/President
Tom founded Wissehr Electric in 1990 and leads with decades of industry expertise. His vision drives our commitment to safety, engineering excellence, and client satisfaction across complex electrical projects.
Kurt Wissehr
Project Manager & Secretary/Treasurer
Kurt oversees project execution and financial operations, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. His leadership in project management contributes to our reputation for handling challenging electrical contracting assignments.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in commercial, industrial, and transportation sectors, handling projects like power distribution upgrades, traffic signal systems, and infrastructure maintenance.
How do you ensure project safety?
Our safety culture includes proactive planning, OSHA-compliant training, regular drug testing, and on-site quality control supervisors to maintain accident-free operations.
Can you handle complex electrical projects?
Yes, we tackle challenging projects others avoid through engineering expertise, specialized equipment, and a proven track record in complex environments.
Do you offer emergency services?
We focus on planned projects but maintain flexibility to address urgent client needs within our standard operating hours.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Illinois and Missouri, including Belleville, St. Louis, Granite City, and Edwardsville, with capabilities for nationwide specialized projects.
