About
Founded in 1972 by Master Electrician Paul Carnathan, Colonial Electric Service Inc brings over five decades of commercial electrical experience to property managers and facility managers across Harrisburg, Hershey, and the surrounding central Pennsylvania region. Operating with a dedicated bucket truck, the company handles commercial parking lot lighting installations, overhead service wiring, and aerial communications hardware — capabilities that set them apart for facility teams managing large retail centers, mixed-use properties, and multifamily assets requiring exterior infrastructure work. The team maintains ongoing investment in NEC code compliance training, ensuring technicians stay current with evolving standards that directly affect commercial inspections, permit approvals, and liability exposure for building owners. Colonial Electric's commercial scope includes service upgrades and amperage increases, panelboard work, and branch circuit installations — making them a practical choice for retail tenants requiring dedicated circuits or light commercial buildouts. Client testimonials reference multi-location service delivery, including electrical upgrades and dedicated circuit installations across multiple commercial sites, indicating capacity for property managers overseeing portfolios rather than single assets. The company's on-call technician availability, referenced in client reviews, suggests responsiveness outside standard business hours for urgent commercial situations, though a formal 24/7 program is not explicitly advertised. For facility managers in the Harrisburg metro seeking a long-tenured local contractor with documented commercial lighting, service upgrade, and power distribution capabilities — backed by a reputation built over 50-plus years — Colonial Electric Service Inc represents a reliable option for routine commercial electrical maintenance, tenant improvement work, and exterior lighting projects.
