Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Electrical Construction Partner for Complex Projects
Since 1953, New River Electrical has stood as a premier electrical construction company, delivering unmatched expertise and unwavering commitment to safety across North America. Our history began with founder Sherrill W. Stockton's vision to provide reputable electrical solutions, and today we continue to uphold those founding values as a 100% employee-owned company. With over 70 years of experience and a workforce of 1,100+ dedicated professionals, we execute large-scale electrical projects with precision and excellence. Our coast-to-coast capabilities include industrial overhead systems, storm substation construction, underground transmission, and comprehensive telecommunications solutions. Safety remains our core cultural value, ensuring all projects meet the highest standards while maintaining the well-being of our crews and communities.As a leader in electrical construction since the 1950s, we've completed landmark projects like the 765kV substation in Rockport, IN, and continue expanding our footprint through strategic initiatives. Our proven track record includes pioneering underground transmission projects and innovative solutions for major infrastructure needs. Backed by an employee ownership model that fosters accountability and pride, we maintain registrations in 38 states plus Puerto Rico to serve diverse electrical construction requirements. From our first substation project near Jackson, OH to modern-day general contracting capabilities, we consistently set industry standards. Our commitment to safety, integrity, and technical excellence positions us as a trusted partner for complex electrical construction challenges nationwide.
Services
Industrial Overhead
Storm Substation
Underground Transmission
General Contracting
Telecommunications
Distribution Systems
Transmission Lines
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We operate as a 100% employee-owned company since 1984.
- Our safety culture has protected workers for 70+ years.
- We maintain operational presence in 38 states plus Puerto Rico.
- We pioneered underground transmission line construction in 1994.
- Our heritage includes completing 765kV substation projects.
Services
Industrial Overhead
Our industrial overhead electrical services construct and maintain overhead power distribution systems across diverse terrains. With expertise dating to our 1961 microwave communications system project, we implement advanced engineering solutions for transmission efficiency. Our team executes complex overhead installations while maintaining strict safety protocols for utility and industrial clients.
Storm Substation
Specializing in rapid-response substation construction, our storm substation services restore critical power infrastructure after severe weather events. Drawing from 70 years of experience, we deploy specialized crews to build temporary and permanent substations while maintaining grid stability during emergency conditions.
Underground Transmission
We pioneered underground transmission solutions in 1994 with our Cape Hatteras project, developing specialized techniques for subsurface power line installation. Our expertise includes duct bank systems and trenchless technology for urban environments, ensuring reliable power delivery while maintaining visual landscapes.
General Contracting
As a licensed general contractor, we coordinate comprehensive electrical infrastructure projects from concept to completion. Our 2019 Tysons Corner project demonstrates our capability to manage multi-disciplinary teams for complex commercial and utility installations, providing single-source accountability for electrical construction needs.
Telecommunications
Our telecommunications solutions integrate electrical infrastructure for communication networks, including our 1961 Southern Railroad microwave system. We support modern telecommunications requirements through fiber-optic installations, power systems for network equipment, and infrastructure modernization projects that maintain connectivity for critical services.
Questions
What electrical construction services does New River Electrical offer?
We provide industrial overhead systems, storm substation construction, underground transmission, general contracting, and telecommunications solutions across North America.
How long has New River Electrical been in business?
We've operated continuously since our founding in 1953 by Sherrill W. Stockton, with 70+ years of electrical construction experience.
What safety measures does your company implement?
Safety is our core value with comprehensive training programs and on-site protocols that ensure crew protection across all project types and locations.
What makes your company different from other electrical contractors?
As a 100% employee-owned company since 1984, our workforce maintains direct ownership of project quality and client relationships.
In which states do you operate?
We are licensed to work in 38 states plus Puerto Rico and Washington D.C., with project experience from coast to coast since the 1950s.
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Amy Rad
Jul 27, 2021
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Wonderful place to work! Great benefits and some of the most friendly staff I've ever had the pleasure of working with.
Mr. Diamond D. Trent
Mar 20, 2018
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The Absolutely Greatest Electrical Company in Virginia! This company is well knowledgeable in almost all areas in the electrical feild!
Houston All State
May 28, 2016
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These guys are great. They are working outside my office here in Roanoke City and the most considerate employees I have met. They always say hello and are very professional and safe around the public. Great Job on keeping ours and your work area safe. The Roanoke Agency Allstate Insurance
