Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Electrical Services in London, Ontario
Established in 1982, Barnes Electric has built a reputation for excellence in electrical contracting across Southwestern Ontario. Our team of licensed professionals delivers safe, reliable solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial clients, prioritizing craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. With over 40 years of experience, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to safety, offering 24-hour emergency services to meet urgent needs. Our partnerships with clients, suppliers, and staff are founded on trust, reflecting our belief in long-term relationships. We maintain industry-leading safety programs and certifications, ensuring compliance with the Ontario Electrical Code and OH&S regulations.Our fleet of service vehicles enables rapid response times, while ongoing training keeps our team at the forefront of technological advancements. From full project management to specialized installations like Tesla Power Wall and EV charging stations, we adapt to evolving client requirements. Recognized affiliations with ESA, OEI, and LDCA underscore our industry standing. Headquartered in London, Ontario, we serve diverse communities including Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph, and Chatham. Whether handling small residential repairs or large-scale industrial projects, our focus remains on delivering value through skilled workmanship and quality materials.
Services
Commercial Electrical
Residential Electrical
Industrial Electrical
Emergency Services
EV Car Chargers
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of electrical contracting experience in Southwestern Ontario
- Our team includes 309A licensed journeypersons and certified apprentices
- We maintain industry-leading safety programs and compliance certifications
- We provide 24-hour emergency electrical services for urgent needs
- Our fleet of service vehicles ensures rapid response times across the region
Associations and certifications
- ESA
- OEI
- LDCA
Services
Commercial Electrical
Barnes Electric delivers comprehensive commercial electrical solutions for retail spaces, office buildings, and professional offices. Our services include fire alarm installations, lighting retrofits, and specialized systems for medical/dental offices. With 40+ years of experience, we handle projects from initial design to final implementation, ensuring code compliance and operational efficiency. Our team works closely with existing engineers to maintain safety standards while minimizing business disruptions.
Residential Electrical
We provide full-service residential electrical solutions for new construction and existing homes. Services include panel upgrades, lighting installations, and EV charging station setup. Our licensed electricians perform safety inspections and code updates, addressing outdated fixtures and electrical hazards. Specialized offerings like home automation systems and carbon monoxide detectors enhance modern living standards while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Industrial Electrical
Our industrial electrical services support manufacturing facilities and heavy equipment operations. Capabilities include motor control panels, generator installations, and large-scale lighting retrofits. The team handles complex systems like industrial machinery wiring and panel maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Barnes Electric's expertise extends to troubleshooting and repairing high-capacity electrical infrastructure in industrial environments.
Emergency Services
Barnes Electric offers critical 24-hour emergency electrical services for urgent repairs and safety issues. Our rapid response team addresses power outages, electrical fires, and equipment failures across commercial, residential, and industrial settings. With strategically located service vehicles, we provide immediate solutions to minimize downtime and ensure safety during after-hours emergencies.
EV Car Chargers
We specialize in electric vehicle charging station installations for residential and commercial properties. Certified Tesla Power Wall installers, our team handles all major EV brands, ensuring proper electrical system integration. Services include circuit upgrades, smart charging solutions, and compliance with local electrical codes to support sustainable transportation infrastructure.
People
Rick Barnes
CEO
Rick Barnes leads Barnes Electric with over 40 years of industry experience. Under his leadership, the company has built a reputation for technical excellence and customer-focused service. He emphasizes safety culture and community partnerships while maintaining industry certifications. Rick oversees strategic growth while ensuring adherence to quality standards across all projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve London, Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph, Cambridge, and all Southwestern Ontario communities from our London headquarters.
Do you offer emergency electrical services?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency electrical support for urgent residential, commercial, and industrial needs.
Are your electricians licensed?
All our technicians are certified 309A journeypersons with current Ontario Electrical Safety Authority licensing.
What commercial services do you offer?
We handle retail construction, office renovations, medical office installations, lighting retrofits, and specialized systems for businesses.
Do you install EV charging stations?
Yes, we install Tesla and all major brand EV charging stations, including certified Tesla Power Wall installations.
What industrial services do you provide?
Our industrial services include motor control panels, generator installations, industrial lighting retrofits, and heavy equipment wiring.
Reviews (3)
David Wilmink
Dec 24, 2021
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We required a panel upgrade (fuses to circuit breakers). Because of the age of our house, and the meter having a round base, the London Hydro inspector wanted everything replaced including the solidly mounted metal stack. Jacques was able to come up with a great compromise to just sleeve the existing stack, saving time money and preventing significantly more damage and repairs to inside and outside walls. Both Jacques and his apprentice were polite, professional, careful and did a great job, they even swept up and wiped everything down when they were done. Definitely recommend them to anyone looking
Joy Bevan
Dec 21, 2019
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We have had an excellent experience with Barnes Electric. The owner Rick Barnes was very careful to ensure that he knew exactly what we wanted done...he asked questions and clarified (pot lights in our living room). The job was booked immediately! and the owner came with the crew in the morning to ensure that the Journeyman knew what was required. The crew was efficient, friendly and did their work in a timely way and checked to see that we were happy with the position of the lights. They cleaned up after themselves and put all the furniture back All in all great work and a job well done.
Sparkles Cleaning
Nov 17, 2019
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Very pleased with the service we received from R A Barnes Electric. We called them this morning and the receptionist was extremely helpful and pleasant. The electrician was there promptly and fixed the problem. Thank you R A Barnes Electric!!
