Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Contractors in Dallas, TX
Able Electric Service has been a trusted electrical contractor serving the Dallas Metroplex since 1963. Founded by Otis Thompson, our company has grown from a one-man operation to a team of over 80 field employees while maintaining a commitment to excellence. We specialize in commercial and industrial electrical projects, including industrial control systems, voice/data/video cabling, and design/build work with CAD and electrical engineering capabilities. Our leadership team brings decades of experience, with Brian Dean transitioning operational responsibilities to his daughters Meredith and Madison Dean. We hold a Texas Electrical Contractor License #17649 and are WBENC and HUB certified.Our team includes Master Electricians, licensed journeyman, and experienced project managers dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions. We serve diverse sectors including hotels, schools, healthcare facilities, and municipal buildings. Our 60-year legacy combines technical expertise with personalized service to ensure client satisfaction. We maintain active involvement in industry organizations like Independent Electrical Contractors and adhere to the highest safety and quality standards. This combination of experience, certification, and community engagement positions us as a leading electrical contractor in North Texas.
Services
Commercial Electrical Projects
Industrial Electrical Systems
Voice/Data/Video Cabling
Design/Build Electrical Work
Electrical Engineering
Hotel Electrical Services
School Electrical Systems
Healthcare Facility Wiring
Municipal Building Projects
Industrial Control Systems
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- 60 years of electrical contracting experience since 1963
- 80+ field employees with Master Electrician and engineering expertise
- WBENC and HUB certified for diverse business partnerships
- CAD and electrical engineering capabilities for complex projects
- Third-generation family leadership with industry organization involvement
Associations and certifications
- WBENC
- HUB
- Independent Electrical Contractors
Services
Commercial Electrical Projects
We deliver comprehensive electrical solutions for commercial buildings including hotels, schools, and office complexes. Our team handles complete electrical system installation, maintenance, and upgrades for new construction and renovations. With decades of experience in Dallas commercial projects, we ensure code compliance and energy efficiency while meeting strict deadlines.
Industrial Electrical Systems
Our industrial electrical services cover manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and production plants. We specialize in high-voltage systems, motor controls, and power distribution for industrial environments. Our Master Electricians implement safety protocols and maintain operations continuity during installations and upgrades across the Metroplex.
Design/Build Electrical Work
We offer full-service design/build electrical contracting combining engineering expertise with construction execution. Our CAD capabilities enable precise system planning and cost-effective implementation. This approach streamlines project timelines while ensuring optimal electrical system performance for commercial and industrial clients.
Voice/Data/Video Cabling
We install advanced communication infrastructure for businesses including fiber optics, network cabling, and security systems. Our solutions support high-speed data transmission, VoIP phone systems, and surveillance equipment. We ensure future-ready connectivity for hotels, schools, and corporate facilities throughout Dallas.
Electrical Engineering
Our in-house engineering team provides electrical system design, load calculations, and code compliance analysis. We develop customized power distribution plans and energy-efficient solutions for complex projects. This technical expertise ensures optimal performance and regulatory compliance for all electrical installations.
People
Otis R Thompson
Founder
Founded Able Electric in 1963 with over 50 years of experience. Served on National Electric Code Panel #9 and Independent Electrical Contractors Board. Held Master Electrician License until passing in 2017.
Brian Dean
Former CEO
Master Electrician since 1982 with 44 years industry experience. President of IEC Dallas 2012-2020. Transitioned leadership to daughters after 34 years at Able Electric. Industry veteran with construction management expertise.
Meredith Dean
President
Construction Management graduate from LSU with 7 years project management experience. Licensed journeyman electrician and IEC apprentice school graduate. Took over presidential duties in 2019 while continuing family legacy in electrical contracting.
Gary
Chief Estimator
Master Electrician with 34 years industry experience. Specializes in $20k-$7M+ projects including Design/Build and Plan & Spec. Vice President and Chief Estimator responsible for project cost analysis and proposal development.
Debbie
Controller
39-year accounting veteran with construction industry expertise. Manages corporate insurance, bonding, tax compliance, and employee benefits. Provides financial leadership ensuring company stability and growth since 1983.
Questions
What electrical services do you offer in Dallas?
We provide commercial and industrial electrical contracting including design/build, voice/data/video cabling, industrial control systems, and complete electrical installations for hotels, schools, and municipal buildings.
Are you certified for government projects?
Yes, we are WBENC and HUB certified, meeting diversity requirements for public sector contracts while maintaining Texas Electrical Contractor License #17649.
How long have you served the Dallas area?
We've provided electrical contracting services in the Dallas Metroplex since our founding in 1963 by Otis Thompson, with current third-generation leadership.
What makes your company different?
Our 60-year legacy combines family values with technical expertise, featuring 80+ field employees, Master Electricians, and in-house engineering capabilities for complex projects.
Do you handle large-scale electrical projects?
Yes, our team manages projects from $20k to $7M+ including hotel renovations, school electrical systems, and industrial facility upgrades across North Texas.
Reviews (3)
Xavion Shaheed
Mar 17, 2022
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They seen my resume and what wages was expected before they set my interview. In dire need of a Journeyman Electrician until they seen a black man walk through the door and that's when the whole narrative changed my friends.
Kevin M.
Feb 07, 2021
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If you need electrical work in your commercial or industrial facilities, these are the go to guys. The owner is outstanding in his field.
Partica Stone
May 04, 2020
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Critical: Professionalism An appointment was scheduled for Monday (06/01/2020), they could have arrived anytime between 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Not one person showed up nor called to rescheduled. I will take my business to someone with some sense of customer service.
