About Us

Over 35 Years

Experienced and Reliable

Tampa's #1 Electrical Contractor - exceeding expectations since 1985

Bates Electric is a Veteran-owned owned and operated Commercial Electrical Contractor. Our mission is to guarantee each clients project done in a timely and professional manner. Our Electricians and commitment to the client is second to none. Quality workmanship, communication and timeliness – all come with the Bates Experience!

Certified Service Electricians

105

Certified Commercial Electricians

The Bates Team

Fully Qualified Electricians

All our personnel operate within an Integrated Management System to ensure the delivery of services that are at an exceptional level of quality, reliability, and value. We proudly partner with Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for training and professional development.

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Our History

In 1985 things began in a very spartan manner being run from a small residence in the Town & Country section of Tampa Florida. The 2 car garage doubled as the company warehouse. The office was in an addition at the back of the house.

In 1986, a small 1,000 square foot storage facility was rented on John's Rd. to serve as the new warehouse. The office was still run from the house in Town & Country.

In 1988, the office and warehouse were once again reunited at 5452 W. Crenshaw Blvd. A 1,500 square foot space was Bates Electric Service Vehicle leased with a small office in the front and a warehouse in the rear.

In 1989 we moved again, this time to 5480 Jet Port Industrial Blvd in the Northwest Commerce Park. A space of 2,400 square feet was leased for a period of three years. After the lease was up, the space next door was added to the new lease to make the Bates headquarters an eye-popping 4,800 square feet!

In 1996 we purchased a beautiful 12,000 square foot building in Tampa West & moved in.

Then in 2007 we added another 12,000 square feet by purchasing the building next door. We currently reside in 24,000 square feet of space on Hopi Place in Tampa, Florida!