Ortts Electric, Inc.
New Wiring & Electrical Installations in the Shenandoah Valley
Whether you're finishing a basement, adding circuits, or rewiring an older home, Ortts Electric brings licensed workmanship and honest advice to every job — serving homeowners across the Shenandoah Valley since 1967.
116 B North High Street
Edinburg, VA 22824
(540) 459-2662
Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

When you’re upgrading your home, adding new appliances, building an addition, or finishing a basement, the electrical system behind the walls matters just as much as what you can see. Safe, code-compliant wiring ensures your home runs efficiently, protects against electrical hazards, and supports the growing electrical demands of modern living.
Ortts Electric provides professional wiring and new electrical installations for homeowners throughout Edinburg, VA and the surrounding Shenandoah Valley. Whether you’re remodeling, adding outlets and circuits, upgrading lighting, or wiring a new room, we make sure your electrical system is built to last.
When Do I Need New Wiring or Rewiring?
- You are remodeling or finishing a basement, garage, or addition
- Your home still contains outdated wiring (cloth, aluminum, knob-and-tube, etc.)
- You’re adding high-demand appliances or dedicated circuits
- You’re upgrading lighting or installing smart home devices
- You notice flickering lights, tripped breakers, or warm outlets
- Your existing outlets are ungrounded or not GFCI in wet areas
- You’re adding outdoor or landscape lighting
- You’re preparing to sell and want to bring your system to modern code

Even if your home seems to be “working fine,” outdated or undersized wiring is one of the most common causes of electrical fires and power problems.
What Does Our Process Include?
Our wiring and installation service includes:
- In-home review of your electrical needs and load requirements
- Inspection of your current panel and available capacity
- Planning for safe routing of new wiring through walls/ceiling/floor
- Installation using UL-listed, code-approved materials
- Grounding & bonding for safety and compliance
- Final safety testing and confirmation of proper load handling

We follow modern NEC (National Electrical Code) standards to ensure everything is installed correctly, safely, and ready for long-term use.
Why Choose Ortts Electric?
- Local, licensed electrician serving Shenandoah Valley homeowners
- Clean, safe workmanship and respect for your property
- No upselling — just honest recommendations based on your home’s needs
- Reliable scheduling (next-day or soonest availability)
- Built for long-term safety and efficiency

If you’re planning a renovation, finishing a space, or bringing your home up to modern electrical standards, we can help.
Contact Ortts Electric today to schedule a wiring and installation consultation — and ensure your home is safe, efficient, and ready for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Homes with outdated wiring (aluminum, knob-and-tube, or cloth wiring) are more prone to electrical hazards and may not support modern appliances.
Absolutely — we handle new room additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and whole-home renovations.
Frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, warm outlets, or burning smells are major warning signs.
4. Are permits required for new wiring?

