Commercial Electrical Services in Gatineau

We handle office fit-outs, tenant improvements, retail lighting installations, restaurant kitchen wiring, and commercial service upgrades across Gatineau. This includes new panel installations, circuit additions, LED lighting retrofits, emergency lighting, and fire alarm wiring. We work in offices, retail spaces, restaurants, light industrial buildings, and mixed-use commercial properties. Gatineau's older commercial buildings in Hull and along Boulevard Saint-Joseph often need full electrical upgrades during renovations. Newer commercial spaces in Aylmer and the Plateau typically require tenant improvement work as businesses move in. We've worked in both types of buildings for 15 years and know what each requires.

Office fit-outs typically run $2.50 to $4.50 per square foot depending on the circuit count, lighting type, and whether the panel needs upgrading. Retail spaces with specialty lighting or track lighting systems run $4.00 to $7.50 per square foot. Restaurants and commercial kitchens cost more due to the heavy equipment circuits and grease-rated fixtures required by code. The biggest cost variables are the distance from the panel to the work area, whether the service entrance can handle the new load, and the type of lighting specified. We give you a written price after assessing the job, before any work starts.

Yes. Many of our commercial clients in Gatineau prefer evening, overnight, or weekend installations to avoid disrupting daily operations. We've done retail fit-outs overnight so the store could open on time the next morning. We've wired restaurant kitchens on Mondays when the restaurant is closed. We've upgraded office panels on weekends when the building is empty. If you need the work done outside regular hours, we'll schedule it that way. Gatineau's service and retail businesses often operate long hours, so flexibility on timing is part of how we work. The rate is the same regardless of the schedule.

Most commercial electrical work in Quebec requires an RBQ permit and inspection before the space can be legally occupied or insured. The permit is pulled by the licensed electrician doing the work. The inspection is scheduled once the work is complete. We handle both. You don't need to contact the RBQ or track any deadlines. The inspector checks that all circuits are properly protected, grounded, and labelled, and that emergency lighting and fire alarm systems meet code. Once the inspection passes, the permit is closed and your insurer is notified. This is standard procedure for tenant improvements, new builds, and major renovations across Gatineau.

Yes. We handle tenant improvements and office fit-outs from start to finish. This includes load calculation, panel sizing, circuit layout, lighting installation, outlet placement, data room wiring, and final testing. If you're working with a general contractor, we coordinate directly with them to keep the electrical work on schedule with framing, drywall, and finishing. If you're managing the project yourself, we'll explain what's needed at each stage and when. Gatineau's commercial spaces vary. Older buildings in Hull often have undersized panels that need upgrading before a tenant improvement can proceed. Newer buildings in Aylmer and the Plateau usually have adequate service but need new circuit runs and lighting for each tenant. We assess the existing system and tell you what's required before quoting the job.

Yes. We handle LED retrofits, fluorescent to LED conversions, and new commercial lighting installations across Gatineau. LED retrofits are common in older office buildings and retail spaces where the existing fluorescent fixtures are outdated or failing. The conversion typically involves replacing ballasts, rewiring fixtures, and installing LED tubes or panels. Many Gatineau businesses upgrade to LED to reduce their Hydro-Québec bill. LED lighting uses 60 to 70 percent less energy than fluorescent and lasts significantly longer. We'll assess your current lighting, recommend fixtures suited to the space, and handle the installation. Most commercial LED upgrades are completed in one to three days depending on the size of the space.

Lead time depends on the size and complexity of the project. Small jobs like adding circuits or upgrading a sub-panel can often be scheduled within a week. Larger projects like office fit-outs or retail lighting installations typically require two to three weeks' notice so we can order materials and schedule the crew. If you're working to a fixed move-in date or opening deadline, tell us upfront. We'll schedule the work to meet that date and communicate immediately if anything changes. Gatineau's commercial real estate market moves quickly, especially in Aylmer and the Plateau where tenant turnover is high. We've completed tenant improvements on tight timelines when a lease start date is fixed.

Yes. We're available 24/7 for commercial electrical emergencies across Gatineau. This includes power outages, tripped panels, failed circuits, and equipment faults that stop your business from operating. The emergency call fee starts at $150 to $250 depending on the time and complexity of the fault. Our emergency line is answered by an electrician, not a call centre. If your commercial building loses power or a critical circuit fails, call (819) 744-6060. We'll diagnose the problem, get you back online, and schedule any follow-up work needed to prevent it from happening again.