Overton Electric: A Trusted Electrical Service Provider in Memphis, TN

Overton Electric provides professional electrical services to residential and commercial clients across the Memphis metropolitan area. The company has operated within the region for over fifteen years, with a primary dispatch base located within the city. As a member of the Memphis Area Association of Realtors and the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, the business maintains a balanced focus on both residential and commercial electrical needs.

Key Electrical Services for Memphis Homes and Businesses

Services are tailored to address the specific infrastructure demands of the local built environment. Electrical inspections are a core offering, crucial for the older housing stock prevalent in many Memphis neighborhoods. These inspections are often required during real estate transactions in areas like Midtown or for updating systems in historic homes in Central Gardens to meet modern safety codes.

Detailed Areas Served

Overton Electric’s primary service zone includes specific Memphis neighborhoods such as East Memphis, Binghampton, Cooper-Young, and Berclair. The extended service area covers the municipalities of Bartlett and the broader Shelby County region. The team has developed operational familiarity with the varying electrical infrastructure, from the mid-century wiring in many East Memphis homes to the specific needs of commercial properties along the Poplar Avenue corridor.

Company History and Local Roots in Memphis

Overton Electric was founded to serve the growing electrical maintenance and safety needs of the Memphis community. Key milestones in the company’s growth coincided with local development, including expansion of services to support the revitalization of the Broad Avenue Arts District. The business has grown from a single vehicle operation to a locally based fleet serving the greater metro area.

Leadership and Team with Local Expertise

The leadership holds Tennessee state electrical contractor licenses and has been a resident of the Memphis area for decades. Documented involvement includes ongoing participation with the Independent Electrical Contractors of Tennessee chapter. The team is composed of locally hired, trained electricians who understand the nuances of working within different Memphis community infrastructures.

Community-Specific Specializations

• Expertise in updating knob-and-tube wiring and Federal Pacific electrical panels, common issues in Memphis homes built before 1960.
• Services addressing increased demand for surge protection and HVAC electrical support during Memphis's humid summer thunderstorms and seasonal heat waves.
• Efficiency in navigating permit processes with the City of Memphis Code Enforcement and Shelby County inspection departments.
• Response protocols adapted to local geography, ensuring timely service across the metropolitan area despite typical traffic patterns on major arteries like I-240 and Sam Cooper Boulevard.

Local Reputation and Reliability

Overton Electric’s longevity in the Memphis market establishes it as a reliable provider compared to newer market entrants. A pattern of repeat business and referrals exists within established neighborhoods like High Point Terrace. The company maintains consistency in meeting the specific requirements of the National Electrical Code as adopted by Tennessee and local amendments. Operations are adapted to the regional challenges, including preparing systems for the high humidity and occasional severe weather that can affect electrical reliability in the Mid-South.