Electrical solutions
you can count on.
Van Ess Electric proudly carries forward the legacy of Cappadonna Electric — delivering dependable commercial and residential electrical work across San Antonio since 1986.
Complete electrical service
for every space.
From multi-tenant commercial build-outs to a flickering light at home — one licensed team handles it all, on time and to code.
Commercial Electrical
Build-outs, fit-outs, service upgrades and tenant improvements for businesses.
Residential Electrical
Panel upgrades, rewires, lighting and EV chargers for San Antonio homes.
Service Calls & Troubleshooting
Fast diagnosis of outages, tripping breakers and faulty circuits.
Installations & Upgrades
Panels, sub-panels, lighting retrofits and code-compliant upgrades.
Maintenance & Inspections
Preventive maintenance plans and safety inspections that keep you compliant.
Large-Scale Projects
Ground-up commercial wiring and multi-phase projects managed end to end.
On the job · San Antonio
Local. Experienced.
Committed.
For four decades, our name has been trusted across San Antonio for quality work, honest pricing and lasting relationships. Van Ess Electric proudly continues the legacy of Cappadonna Electric — same craftsmanship, same commitment, new name.
Licensed, bonded & insured
Texas Electrical Contractor License #39481 — every job to code, every time.
Commercial-grade, residential-friendly
The rigor of large-scale commercial work, applied to projects of every size.
A standard you can build on.
The reasons San Antonio businesses and homeowners have trusted us for 40 years.
Experienced team
Seasoned, background-checked electricians who show up sharp and work clean.
Quality work
Code-compliant craftsmanship backed by a workmanship guarantee.
Clear communication
Upfront quotes, no surprises, and a real person who answers the phone.
On-time & dependable
We respect your schedule and your property — and we finish what we start.
From first call
to finished job.
A straightforward process built around your time and your budget.
Reach out
Call us or send a request — tell us what you need and when.
On-site assessment
We evaluate the work and answer your questions in person.
Clear quote
You get transparent, itemized pricing before we begin.
Quality work
Licensed electricians complete the job clean, safe and on schedule.
Trusted across San Antonio.
"Requested jobs are always done perfectly, on time, and the guys are always respectful. We've never been disappointed."
via Angi · San Antonio, TX
"Francis arrived on time for our estimate, and the detailed written estimate was emailed that same day — each item priced separately."
via Angi · San Antonio, TX
"Professional, courteous and terrific electricians. The crew arrived early the next day and got the job done right."
via Yelp · San Antonio, TX