Colorado Springs Electrician

Powering Colorado Springs —
Done Right.

Licensed residential & commercial electrical contractor serving Colorado Springs and the surrounding Front Range. Whether you need a panel upgrade, a full rewire, an EV charger, or a same-day emergency call — we do it right, we pull the permits, and we stand behind every job.

Licensed & Insured Top 3% in Colorado Emergency Calls Available
44+ Permitted Projects
5★ Customer Rating
Top 3% in Colorado
#102745 Active CO License

What We Do

Full-service electrical contractor — all work permitted, inspected, and done to code.

Service Upgrades & Panel Replacements

If your breakers trip often, your panel is over 25 years old, or you can't add a new EV charger — it's time for an upgrade. We handle 200A service upgrades, sub-panel installs, meter pedestals, and aluminum wiring remediation. All work is permitted and inspected, protecting your home's value and your family's safety.

Remodels & New Construction

Finishing a basement, renovating a kitchen, or building from scratch? We handle the full electrical scope — outlets, switches, recessed lighting, kitchen circuits, and complete new-build packages from rough-in to final trim. Permits pulled, inspections passed, no loose ends.

EV Charger Installation

A Level 2 charger gets you from near-empty to full overnight — but it needs a proper 240V dedicated circuit to do it safely. We assess your panel capacity, pull the permit, run the circuit, and mount the charger. Works with Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian, and all other brands.

Service & Emergency Calls

Lights flickering? Outlets dead? Breaker that won't stay on? We troubleshoot fast and fix it correctly — no guesswork, no parts-swapping until something sticks. We also install smoke detectors, CO alarms, and GFCI outlets to keep your home up to code.

Small Commercial Electrical

Small office, retail space, or tenant improvement — we handle commercial panel work, circuit additions, lighting retrofits, and code-compliance upgrades. We work efficiently to minimize disruption and get your space back online fast.

Specialty Circuits

Mini-splits, saunas, hot tubs, tankless water heaters, whole-home generators, ADU sub-panels — high-draw equipment needs properly sized dedicated circuits. We spec it right the first time so your equipment runs safely and your breakers stay on.

How It Works

Simple, straightforward, no surprises — from first call to finished job.

01

Call or Send a Request

Tell us about your project over the phone or using the form below. We'll ask the right questions, give you a straight answer on cost and timeline, and schedule at your convenience — usually same day or next.

02

We Show Up Ready

On time, fully equipped, and with permits already pulled where required. Russ handles the work himself — no subcontracting your job to an unknown crew. You know exactly who's in your home.

03

Done Right, Documented

Clean workmanship, inspection passed, and you walk away with documentation that protects your home's value. No mess left behind, no punch-list items left open, no follow-up calls needed.

Why Strive Electric?

We hold ourselves to a higher standard — every job, every time.

Licensed & Insured

Colorado Electrical Contractor License #102745 (Active). General liability through Hartford, workers' comp through Nutmeg. You're fully protected.

All Work Permitted & Inspected

44+ permitted projects completed. We pull the permits, pass the inspections, and leave you documentation that protects your home's value at resale.

Code-Compliant Workmanship

Every installation meets or exceeds NEC standards. Our BuildZoom score of 112 ranks us in the top 3% of 55,949 Colorado contractors.

Honest & Transparent Pricing

Clear quotes before work begins — no hidden fees, no surprises on the invoice. We earn your trust by being straight with you from the first call.

What Our Customers Say

Real feedback from real Colorado Springs homeowners.

"I have so many good things to say about Russ Bardsley! Russ came in to fix many issues that were done on my home remodel from two previous electricians. He is thorough and very knowledgeable and ensures the electrical work is done to code and with high quality. I highly recommend Russ for any of your electrical needs — from a small remodel to a full new-build."

Theresa S. Remodel electrical fix · September 2023

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Service Area

Proudly serving Colorado Springs and the surrounding communities along the Front Range.

  • Colorado Springs
  • Manitou Springs
  • Fountain
  • Monument
  • Castle Rock
  • & surrounding areas

Not sure if we cover your zip code? Call (719) 629-8083 — we'll tell you right away.

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(719) 629-8083

Hours

Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 6 PM

Emergency calls available

Service Area

Colorado Springs, CO
and surrounding communities

License & Insurance

CO License #102745 · Active

General liability & workers' comp

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