Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Contractors in Washington, DC
Central Armature Works has been a trusted provider of electrical apparatus repair, supply, and construction services in the Washington DC metro area since 1915. Our three divisionsParts Sales, Electrical Construction, and Servicedeliver comprehensive solutions for industrial and commercial clients. The Parts Sales division offers an extensive inventory of new and rebuilt motors, gear motors, bearings, and power transmission equipment, including hard-to-find older components. Our Electrical Construction team specializes in heavy electrical projects for government and private sector clients, including Metro stations, bridges, and national monuments. The Service division features a state-of-the-art machine shop, electrical apparatus repair capabilities up to 7000 HP, and industrial troubleshooting services.With a fleet of radio-dispatched vehicles and a team of skilled union machinists and electricians, we ensure reliable, efficient solutions. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a leader in the region. We partner with general contractors of all sizes to deliver complex electrical projects on time and within budget. Our expertise spans over a century, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. Central Armature Works remains dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of our diverse clientele.
Services
Motor Repair
Electrical Construction
Machine Shop Services
Industrial Troubleshooting
Parts Supply
Power Transmission Equipment
Motor Rebuilding
Switchgear Repair
Preventative Maintenance
Energy-Efficient Drives Installation
Details
- Year established: 1915
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of experience in electrical contracting.
- Our three divisions ensure comprehensive service solutions.
- We specialize in hard-to-find electrical parts and motors.
- Our team includes highly skilled union machinists and electricians.
- We provide field service with a radio-dispatched fleet.
Services
Motor Repair
Our motor repair services handle units up to 7000 HP, including armature rewinding, generator rebuilding, and switchgear repairs. We specialize in restoring older, hard-to-find motors for industrial clients. Our team uses advanced diagnostics to ensure precision and longevity.
Electrical Construction
We deliver heavy electrical construction for government and commercial projects, including Metro stations, bridges, and monuments. Our in-house estimating team and subcontractor partnerships ensure efficient execution of complex electrical systems.
Machine Shop Services
Our machine shop offers dynamic balancing up to 20,000 lbs., lathe work, pump repairs, and component restoration. Skilled union machinists provide high-precision solutions for industrial mechanical systems and equipment.
Industrial Troubleshooting
We offer rapid troubleshooting for control and power circuits, with preventative maintenance for electrical and mechanical systems. Our radio-dispatched fleet ensures timely on-site support for critical operations.
Parts Supply
We stock new and rebuilt motors up to 250 HP, bearings, transformers, and power transmission components. Our inventory includes rare parts, and we source specialized items to meet unique client requirements.
Questions
What services does Central Armature Works offer?
We provide motor repair, electrical construction, machine shop services, industrial troubleshooting, and parts supply for industrial and commercial clients.
How long has Central Armature Works been in business?
We have served the Washington DC area since 1915, offering over a century of expertise in electrical solutions.
Do you handle specialized or older electrical parts?
Yes, we specialize in hard-to-find motors and components, including rebuilding and sourcing rare equipment.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland, with partnerships across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Are your technicians certified?
Our team includes highly skilled union machinists and electricians with decades of combined industry experience.
Can you handle large-scale government projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with federal, state, and local government contracts, including infrastructure and monument projects.
