Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Services in Chesapeake, VA
Freedom Electric was founded in August 2000 by Michael Hedrick Sr. with a van, cell phone, and tools. Our mission is to provide electrical and mechanical services at reasonable prices to the Hampton Roads area. We perform work with integrity, quality, and excellence in accordance with National Codes and industry standards. We specialize in going to great lengths to ensure client satisfaction while completing jobs safely and efficiently. Michael Hedrick Sr., a lifelong Hampton Roads resident, brings extensive expertise from 12 years of installing pumps for gas stations across multiple states.He completed a four-year apprenticeship at Norfolk VoTech and holds a journeyman's license. Our team combines deep local knowledge with technical proficiency to serve residential and commercial clients. We are fully licensed, insured, and hold a Master's license in electrical contracting. Our service area spans from Franklin to Williamsburg and extends into northeast North Carolina. We offer free estimates and prioritize customer satisfaction through reliable, code-compliant solutions.
Services
Residential Electrical
Commercial Electrical
Service Upgrades
Generator Installation
Troubleshooting
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of combined electrical experience.
- Our team holds a Master's license in electrical contracting.
- We provide free estimates for all projects.
- Fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial work.
- We service Hampton Roads from Franklin to Williamsburg.
Associations and certifications
- Master's License in Electrical
What people say
Reliable service
Knowledgeable technicians
Code-compliant work
Prompt repairs
Professional staff
Services
Residential Electrical
We provide complete residential electrical services including new installations, repairs, and code compliance upgrades. Our team handles fixtures, ceiling fans, hot tubs, and outdoor lighting. We ensure safe, reliable power distribution for homes in Hampton Roads.
Commercial Electrical
Our commercial services cover full-scale electrical systems for businesses, including service upgrades and parking lot lighting. We address code violations and ensure operational continuity for commercial properties in compliance with industry standards.
Generator Installation
As a Guardian Generator dealer, we install automatic backup systems that protect homes and businesses during outages. Systems operate on natural gas or LP gas, providing seamless power without manual intervention or extension cords.
Service Upgrades
We perform electrical panel upgrades to resolve insufficient circuits or fuse-based systems. Our technicians ensure proper capacity for modern electrical demands while maintaining code compliance for residential and commercial properties.
Troubleshooting
Our team identifies and resolves electrical issues including tripped breakers, faulty circuits, and GFCI problems. We provide comprehensive diagnostics for residential and commercial systems to restore reliable power distribution.
People
Michael Hedrick Sr.
Founder
Michael Hedrick Sr. founded Freedom Electric in 2000 after completing a four-year apprenticeship at Norfolk VoTech. He brings 12 years of experience installing gas station pumps across four states and holds a journeyman's license.
Questions
Do I need an electrical panel upgrade?
If your panel has fuses or insufficient spaces, contact us for a professional assessment.
Why won't my bathroom outlets work?
Check for tripped GFCI outlets or breakers. Reset them and call us if issues persist.
What causes frequent circuit breaker trips?
Overloaded circuits or faulty appliances typically cause breakers to trip repeatedly.
How do power outages affect my home?
Guardian standby generators automatically maintain essential power during outages without manual intervention.
Why do smoke detectors beep intermittently?
Change batteries annually to prevent false alarms from low battery warnings.
