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Commercial Electrical — Denver Metro
Commercial electrical is a different discipline from residential — different codes, different systems, different stakes. A wiring mistake in an office building or industrial facility doesn't just affect one circuit. It can take down operations, trigger shutdowns, or create liability. Rise Above Electric has been working in commercial and industrial environments across Denver for 23+ years. We know the code, we know the permit process, and we know how to work around an active business without shutting you down.
We work on buildings of all sizes — from single-tenant retail and office suites to multi-floor buildings and industrial facilities. If you have a commercial electrical need anywhere in the Denver metro or along the I-25 corridor, we can handle it.
New office buildouts, retail fit-outs, and commercial renovations. We work with GCs, architects, and direct clients. Permitted, inspected, done to spec.
Full commercial lighting retrofits and upgrades. Cut energy costs, improve light quality, and take advantage of utility rebate programs in Colorado.
Commercial panel replacements, service upgrades, and sub-panel installations. Three-phase assessment and configuration for high-demand facilities.
NFPA 70B-compliant infrared inspections for commercial and industrial facilities. Insurance-accepted reports, zero downtime required.
Fast response to electrical failures, circuit problems, and equipment issues affecting operations. Commercial troubleshooting with 23+ years of experience behind it.
Multi-unit commercial EV charging infrastructure. Load management, smart charging, and Xcel Energy commercial rebate program support.
In the Field
From hands-on wiring detail to high-access facility work — we handle the full scope.
Commercial electrical work in an active facility means minimizing impact on your team, your tenants, and your customers. We schedule around your hours, communicate clearly about what will be affected and when, and work efficiently to reduce downtime to the absolute minimum. If after-hours or weekend work is required to avoid disruption to your operations, we make it happen.
Common Questions
Commercial electrical work in Denver requires permits through Denver Community Planning and Development (CPD) for city properties, or through the relevant county or municipality for work in Aurora, Lakewood, Littleton, Englewood, and surrounding areas. Tenant improvements, panel upgrades, new circuits, and service work all require permits and inspections. We handle the permit process on every job — commercial permitting in Denver requires knowledge of the specific jurisdiction, plan review requirements, and inspector expectations that comes from years of doing this work here.
Tenant improvement electrical is the electrical scope of a commercial buildout — everything from rough-in wiring and panel additions to final trim of outlets, switches, lighting, and data/low-voltage rough-in. TI work is typically completed as part of a broader construction project involving a general contractor, but we also work directly with tenants and property owners who are managing their own buildout. We can work from architectural drawings, or help you figure out what you need if drawings aren't yet complete.
It depends on the scope. Circuit additions in a panel room or electrical closet typically have minimal impact on operations. Work that requires pulling power to a section of the building is scheduled for off-hours or periods of low activity wherever possible. We give you a clear picture upfront of what will be affected, when, and for how long — so you can plan around it. We don't show up and start shutting off breakers without a coordinated plan.
If you haven't had one in the last 12 months and your building has significant electrical infrastructure, the answer is almost certainly yes. Most commercial property insurance carriers have moved toward requiring annual infrared inspections, or offer premium discounts for buildings that maintain them. Beyond insurance, an IR scan is the single best tool for catching failing electrical components before they cause downtime, damage, or fire. We perform NFPA 70B-compliant scans with full documentation reports that satisfy insurance requirements.
Three-phase power is a method of electrical power delivery that uses three conductors carrying alternating current at offset phases — common in commercial and industrial facilities. It's more efficient for running large motors, HVAC equipment, and high-demand machinery than single-phase power. Most commercial buildings already have three-phase service at the main panel; the question is whether individual loads and sub-panels are configured to take advantage of it. If you're adding heavy equipment, a commercial kitchen, industrial machinery, or an EV fleet charging setup, we assess whether your current service and distribution handle the load or whether upgrades are needed.
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