Local Business Overview
Chris Jolley, the owner and Master Electrician behind King Rivers Electric in Portsmouth, VA, discovered his passion for the electrical trade from day one. What started as an apprenticeship evolved into a Master license, years of field experience, and leadership roles at a major company. Yet, Chris felt a deeper calling to serve the Hampton Roads community directly. He founded King Rivers Electric to combine his unique expertise with a genuine desire to help people, offering not just professional panel upgrades, recessed lighting, and electrical repairs, but also free online tutorials for DIY enthusiasts. With over a decade of service across Hampton Roads and Richmond, the company is built on customer satisfaction, integrity, and reliable, prompt service for every home and business.
Property Service Solutions
- Electric installation or replacement
- Electric inspection
- Outdoor lighting installation
Questions and Answers
What's involved in your electrical inspection service for Portsmouth homes?
Our inspection is a thorough evaluation of your home's electrical system, focusing on safety and code compliance. We check your main panel, wiring, outlets, and grounding, paying special attention to local issues like outdoor outlet corrosion from our coastal humidity. You'll receive a clear report with any findings and our honest recommendations for repairs or upgrades to keep your family safe.
We need new outdoor lighting in Portsmouth. What does your installation process look like?
We start by assessing your property to recommend the best lighting fixtures and layout for both security and ambiance. Our installation includes using corrosion-resistant materials suitable for the coastal climate, ensuring proper waterproof connections, and integrating with your existing electrical system. We handle everything from pole lights to pathway lighting, ensuring a durable and code-compliant result.
My outdoor outlets keep failing, and I'm worried about my generator switch. Can you help?
Absolutely. Corroded outdoor outlets are a common issue here due to salt air and moisture. We replace them with weatherproof, corrosion-resistant models and ensure proper GFCI protection. For generator transfer switches, we diagnose connection problems, perform safe repairs, or install new switches to ensure your backup power works reliably when you need it most.
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | Open 24 hours |
| Tue: | Open 24 hours |
| Wed: | Open 24 hours |
| Thu: | Open 24 hours |
| Fri: | Open 24 hours |
| Sat: | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Sun: | Closed |
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