Fort Myers Commercial and Residential Electrician
Jurisdiction splits and dual-utility coordination slow most Fort Myers electrical projects by two to three weeks. Our Naples crews run the permitting across City and Lee County lines, coordinate with FPL and LCEC, and handle scope from $1,000 service calls to $12M commercial ground-up builds.
- FL Lic. # EC13004515
- Generac Authorized Dealer
- In Business Since 2009
- 55 licensed electricians across Southwest Florida
Our Fort Myers Operation
Dispatched From Our Naples Office
Dispatched From Our Naples Office
Our 55-electrician team runs out of two offices, with the Naples crews covering the Fort Myers metro from Marco Island up through Fort Myers via I-75. Downtown sits roughly 25 to 30 minutes out, which keeps response times tight on inbound electrical services requests.
Built for Lee County's Commercial Mix
Lee County healthcare, hospitality, and multi-family build pipeline drives the kind of scope our crews self-perform. Lee Health alone runs four acute care hospitals and three specialty hospitals across Southwest Florida, setting the bar for what electrical contractors handle on commercial project portfolios.
Problems We Solve for Lee County Buyers
Four Patterns Fort Myers Projects Hit
Fort Myers electrical projects hit four patterns: jurisdiction confusion, dual-utility coordination, Hurricane Ian rebuild compliance, and healthcare-grade scope. Each costs time when a contractor misreads it. Each one solves up front during scope review.
Multi-Jurisdiction Permitting
Fort Myers proper, unincorporated Lee County, Cape Coral, Estero, and the islands each run separate building departments. Filing under the wrong jurisdiction costs two to three weeks.
- City of Fort Myers contractor registration
- Lee County eConnect submissions
- Notice of Commencement over $5,000
FPL and LCEC Coordination
FPL covers most of the metro; LCEC owns the feeder in North Fort Myers and parts of Lehigh Acres. We confirm utility ownership before service-equipment scoping.
- LCEC serves 240,000+ customers across SW Florida
- Pre-power and tug-request filing
- Disconnect/reconnect scheduling
Hurricane Ian Rebuild Compliance
Over 22,000 NFIP claims hit Lee County after Ian. FEMA's 50% substantial-improvement rule still triggers service-equipment elevation on damaged properties.
- Service-equipment elevation
- Pre-FIRM compliance review
- Insurance documentation support
Healthcare and Specialty Scope
Lee Health campuses and medical office buildouts need NFPA 99 awareness: emergency-power branches, isolated power, critical-branch wiring. Generic contractors punt this scope. Our field technicians handle NFPA 99 installs.
- NFPA 99 critical-branch wiring
- Calibrated ground impedance testing
- Hospital-grade receptacle systems
Where Our Crews Plug In
Four Tracks Across the Metro
Commercial New Construction
For general contractors and developers running ground-up work. Our crews self-perform main services, underground ductbanks, switchgear, busway, full LV, fire alarm, and BDA systems on new-build scope from $100,000 service packages up to $12M. We install commercial electrical services on construction projects across Lee and Charlotte counties.
Property Manager Retrofits
For property managers and condo association boards facing failed electrical panels, NEC compliance gaps, or insurance-driven upgrades. We handle distribution retrofits and panel upgrades on occupied buildings with phased shutdowns and tenant coordination built into the schedule. Older buildings often need circuit breakers replaced and wiring brought up to code before insurance carriers sign off. Preventive maintenance keeps these systems running between major retrofits.
High-End Residential
For homeowners building or renovating high-end properties. Full electrical packages on new custom builds, lighting design, and smart home integration, plus panel upgrades to 200A or 400A on existing homes. Service calls and remodel scope are both supported through our residential projects team. Scope covers room additions and outdoor lighting through whole-home rewiring.
Generator Sales and Installation
For homeowners and facility operators preparing for hurricane season. Generac Authorized Dealer for sales, service, and installation, with standby generator sizing, transfer switch installation, and post-storm service handled by our Generac installations crew on residential and commercial systems. Our electricians install and maintain generators to keep electricity flowing during power surges and outages.
Why Buyers Pick Our Team
Full Commercial Capability
Full Commercial Capability
We self-perform scope most local electrical contractors sub out, including switchgear, busway, underground ductbanks, full fire alarm, and BDA. Project history runs from $100,000 service work to $12M ground-up new construction, with multi-family work like Wreckers Cay at 250+ units and The Quarry at 208 units on the books. Every install meets NEC code.
Permit and Utility Fluency
Projects move through City or Lee County permitting depending on the parcel. The City requires design-professional drawings for work over $125,000 or 800 amps at 240 volts. We file the right paperwork in the right jurisdiction the first time, and we coordinate disconnects with FPL or LCEC based on which utility owns the feeder. Our licensed electricians work quickly through permitting without schedule drag.
Communication From Bid to Closeout
Our commercial process includes a precon bid phase with detailed scope review, plus ongoing communication through execution. The bid you receive is the bid we run. Project managers stay reachable through closeout. Most schedule slips on electrical work come from coordination gaps, not labor. Our project management approach keeps that expertise visible from bid to energization.
How a Project Moves From Bid to Energized
Scope Call to Energization
- 01
Scope Call or Site Walk
We respond to inbound requests within one business day. For commercial work, a project manager walks the site or reviews drawings to confirm scope, jurisdiction, and utility ownership before pricing. Residential customers schedule an appointment for service calls or electrical repairs.
- 02
Bid and Precon Review
We deliver a detailed bid covering scope, schedule, and submittals. Jurisdiction and utility coordination are confirmed before contract, so the price customers see is the price that holds through execution.
- 03
Permitting and Submittals
We file under the correct jurisdiction with the right contractor registration. Design-professional drawings, Notice of Commencement, and Pre-Power/Tug requests are handled by our team.
- 04
Field Execution
Crews dispatch from Naples. We coordinate utility disconnects with FPL or LCEC depending on the feeder, and we phase shutdowns around occupied building schedules. Our technicians repair circuits and replace switches on the same dispatch when scope shifts mid-project.
- 05
Closeout and Energization
Final inspection, utility energization, and as-built documentation close out the project. The project manager stays reachable for punch-list items and manufacturer warranty service after closeout. Every electrical issue is resolved before final sign-off.
Where We Work Across the Metro
The Fort Myers Metro and Beyond
Our Naples crews cover the Fort Myers metro and the wider Southwest Florida service area.
- Cape Coral
- North Fort Myers
- Lehigh Acres
- Estero
- Bonita Springs
- Naples
- Marco Island
- San Carlos Park
- Fort Myers Beach
- Sanibel
- Captiva
- Pine Island
Common Questions From Fort Myers Buyers
Fort Myers Electrician FAQs
- What do electricians charge per hour in Florida?
- Hourly electrician pricing in Florida varies by scope, but most service work falls in a defined range depending on job complexity and after-hours timing. Check Electric quotes commercial scope by project (precon plus bid review) rather than hourly, with small service work ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 and ground-up commercial work from $100,000 to $12M. Most residential service calls are quoted per scope, not per hour, so you see the price before work starts. After-hours electrical emergency repairs follow a separate rate structure confirmed at dispatch.
- Do you offer free estimates and how is pricing handled?
- Yes, we provide quotes before work starts. Commercial electrical projects go through a precon bid phase where we walk the site or review drawings, then deliver a detailed scope-and-schedule bid. Residential service calls and remodels are quoted by scope. Small service work typically runs $1,000 to $20,000; commercial projects run $100,000 to $12 million. We do not quote bait pricing or charge surprise fees after work begins.
- What cities around Fort Myers do you actually serve?
- Our Naples crews cover the full Fort Myers metro plus the wider Southwest Florida market. That includes Fort Myers, Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Estero, Bonita Springs, Naples, Marco Island, Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island, and Fort Myers Beach. If your project sits outside this list but within Lee or Charlotte counties, call us anyway. We evaluate by project, not by ZIP code.
- How do I know if my electrical panel needs replacing?
- An electrical panel typically needs replacing when it shows signs of failure or no longer meets current NEC requirements. Warning signs include flickering lights, breakers that trip without obvious load, burn marks at the panel, fuse-style panels (not breaker), or insurance-required upgrades. Older homes often run undersized 100-amp panels that struggle with modern HVAC and EV charging loads. Our team performs on-site evaluations and pulls the right permit (City or Lee County) when an upgrade is needed. We replace outdated panels to reduce safety risk and bring your electrical system up to code. Regular maintenance inspections catch panel issues before they escalate into emergency repairs.
- What payment methods do you accept?
- Payment methods are confirmed at scoping. For commercial projects, payment terms are written into the project agreement, typically progress billing tied to milestones. For residential service and generator work, payment is due on completion. Financing options are not currently published, so ask during scoping if financing is relevant to your project.
- What warranty covers the equipment you install?
- Manufacturer warranties on equipment (Generac generators, panels, fixtures) pass through directly from the manufacturer, and we register them as the installing contractor of record. If a punch-list issue surfaces after closeout, our project managers stay reachable to schedule a return visit. Terms vary by product and by project type, and are written into the commercial contract or residential service agreement.
- What happens if I'm not satisfied with the work?
- If a deliverable doesn't meet the agreed scope, the recourse path runs through your project manager first. For commercial projects, scope and milestones are documented in the contract, and remediation is handled per those terms. For residential work, the same recourse runs through the service agreement. Our president and vice president are reachable when an escalation is needed. Customer satisfaction is our main goal, and we rely on clear communication and reliability to ensure customers receive dependable electrical work on every job.
- How do I get started on a project with Check Electric?
- Start with a phone call or a service request through our contact page. Commercial buyers should reach the project email (Admin@checkelectricllc.com); residential and generator inquiries route through naplesoffice@checkelectricllc.com. We respond within one business day. For commercial work, the next step is a scope call or site walk to confirm jurisdiction and utility ownership before bid. Send us a message to get on the schedule.
Ready to Talk Scope?
Commercial GCs, property managers, and homeowners scope projects through one team backed by 55 electricians across Southwest Florida. We're state-certified and fully insured.
Next Steps
Contact Our TeamLicensed & Insured — Ready 24/7 Across the Florida Keys and Southwest Florida