Updated: Jun 23, 2026
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Address
2596 Cumberland Trl, Clearwater, FL, 33761
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Ortel Technologies brings over 20 years of service and experience to the technology and communications industry under the guidance of “Chris Ortel” – the nickname for its CEO and owner Christian Orbesen.
In Chicago in 1997, Orbesen started out as a low-voltage contractor with Union Local 134. He added equipment sales of PBX telephone systems to the hospitality industry, and his cabling and wired installation expertise lead several brand-name companies to contract for his services, establishing relations with them for years.
Networks, Wired and Wireless
Security Cameras
Structured Cabling and Fiber Optics
All Aspects of Electric Contracting, Low and High Voltage
From BuildZoom: Ortel Technologies, Inc, 2596 Cumberland Trl, Clearwater, FL (Owned by: Christian Orbesen) holds a Electrical license and 8 other licenses according to the Lakeland license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 116 ranks in the top 2% of 191,428 Florida licensed contractors.
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Ortel Technologies, Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (727) 303-2687
Address: 2596 Cumberland Trl, Clearwater, FL 33761
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Quality
116
98th percentile
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Ortel Technologies, Inc has a BuildZoom score of 116, which places them above 98% of 191,428 contractors in Florida.
Activity
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43 projects
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2025 |
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25 projects
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2024 |
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15 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Ortel Technologies, Inc has worked on at least
83.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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17 projects
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Home Additions |
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5 projects
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New Constructions |
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4 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
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51 projects
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Electrical projects |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Ortel Technologies, Inc mostly works on
electrical project
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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22 projects
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< $5k |
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13 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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8 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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11 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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10 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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5 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $18,975. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Ortel Technologies, Inc
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Indian rocks beach - hurricane repair - after the fact emergency roof replacement 3562 sf 0- new 4-ply cdz sheathing fastened w 10d ring-shank nails (4 on edges 6 in field). fl#2533.1 non structral repair to include drywall electrical devices cabinets flooring air conditioning replacement ceiling and wall insulation 3 exterior doors fl#251.9 interior non-load-bearing partition wall de... see more
Valuation:
$362,825
Permit #:
BC-RMR-25-00528
Status:
issued
Fee:
$4,121
Permit Type:
Interior/exterior...
Building Type:
N/A
Bcv-24-00248-repairs to single family home due to house fire. includes replacement of interior wall and floor finishes new interior doors replacement of some windows electrical rewiring installation of new plumbing fixtures replacement of hvac system and replacement of a deck at the rear of the home. bcv-24-00248 damage assessment. b/e/p/m. noc req on job site
Valuation:
$339,641
Permit #:
BR-RMR-25-01563
Status:
issued
Fee:
$4,153
Permit Type:
Interior/exterior...
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - demolition and reconstruction unit with laundry room closets flooring master bathtub to shower conversion guest bathroom shower bathrooms and kitchen cabinets with counters hvac water heater and soffit. private provider plan review and inspections
Valuation:
$90,439
Permit #:
BCP2023-110366
Status:
complete
Fee:
$653
Permit Type:
Remodel
Building Type:
Single family/duplex
Sde-24-00052 not substantial 02/01/2025 by lisa foster sd per map gis need reassessment. inside of building received 28” of flood water. replace flooded electrical replace plumbing supply and water heater replace insulation new drywall below 4’ new doors and trim new mini split air conditioning system new lower cabinets....b/e/p/m..noc req on site****supplement non hurricane addition ... see more
Valuation:
$71,521
Permit #:
BR-RMR-24-01381
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - non-structural flood damage repairs to 960 sq. ft. leased retail space: electrical repair of affected receptacles and associated wiring only drywall interior doors/casing/baseboards re-set/re-install of existing sink and toilet and painting
Valuation:
$27,101
Permit #:
BCP2024-120911
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
Multi-family/comm...
Online permit - hurricane helene damage -***this amount has been accounted for on permit bcp2025-030621 non sub form*** repair all wiring per code in wall next to fireplace switch banks remove and replace any wire and receptacle touched by dirty water per pinellas county code requirements remove all abandoned boxes and wire to meet nec code install new boxes throughout where rusted an... see more
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
BCP2025-030986
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Electrical
Building Type:
Single family/duplex
Belleair beach-approved prepermit storm damage repairs. drywall insulation & electric...b/e..noc req on site****supplement exterior wall repair due to wdo. area of work: west entrance wall with steel entry door and south front wall with window (101 x 54"). approx area 160sq ft. remove & replace with existing window and entry door. remove and reframe wall r/r lath r/r sheathing r/r stucco
Valuation:
$18,590
Permit #:
BR-RMR-24-02179
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - private provider review and inspections reinstallation of kitchen cabinets and counters adjust any plumbing and electrical for reinstallation installation of nine led can lights and flooring tile and whisper mat installation in office and bedroom
Valuation:
$8,100
Permit #:
BCP2024-100206
Status:
complete
Fee:
$96
Permit Type:
Remodel
Building Type:
Single family/duplex
Belleair beach-approved prepermit storm damage repairs. drywall insulation & electric...b/e..noc req on site-added work: exterior wall repair due to wdo. area of work: west entrance wall with steel entry door and south front wall with window (101 x 54"). approx area 160sq ft. remove & replace with existing window and entry door. remove and reframe wall r/r lath r/r sheathing r/r stucco
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BR-RMR-24-02179.001
Status:
closed - supp-rev approved
Fee:
$67
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Belleair beach-approved prepermit storm damage repairs. drywall insulation & electric...b/e..noc req on site-added work: exterior wall repair due to wdo. area of work: west entrance wall with steel entry door and south front wall with window (101 x 54"). approx area 160sq ft. remove & replace with existing window and entry door. remove and reframe wall r/r lath r/r sheathing r/r stucco
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BR-RSP-25-00059
Status:
plancheck
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - electrical repair - hurricane damage (helene) convert all cloth and romex to mc to meet code install new boxes and straps throughout install permanent wire in attic for sign and assure power is at sign location relocate new front wall electrical to 36 bring all locations to meet nec code for rough in inspection install boxes above front windows for receptacle remove ca... see more
Valuation:
$3,950
Permit #:
BCP2025-010216
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Electrical
Building Type:
Multi-family/comm...
Whole home remodel to include the following: all windows and doors being replaced with new. old baseboard being replaced with new throughout whole home. new blinds and interior shutters in the master bedroom guest bedroom offices guest bedroom and craft room. installing new cabinets in pool bathroom guest bathroom pantry kitchen laundry room powder room master bathroom and second (bon... see more
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
HC-BLD-23-0043042
Status:
complete
Fee:
$744
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Hurricane repair - roof - tear off modified roof. re-nail deck to code. install liberty base & cap (fl5680.2) 5 sq 0/12 1 story insulation drywall wall finish flooring baseboard electrical panel receptacles/wiring sinks water heater cabinets/vanities countertops interior doors...b/e/p...noc req on site
Valuation:
$91,686
Permit #:
BR-RMR-25-01701
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Belleair beach-approved prepermit storm damage repairs. hvac drywall insulation & electric. [ air conditioning condenser air handler wall insulation drywall lighting wiring per fema cost breakdown form]...b/e/m..noc req on site
Valuation:
$20,705
Permit #:
BR-RMR-24-02180
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Belleair beach-approved prepermit storm damage repairs. hvac drywall insulation & electric. - [a/c condenser air conditioning air handler wall insulation drywall electrical. lighting wiring per fema fost breakdown sheet]...b/e/m...noc req on site
Valuation:
$18,975
Permit #:
BR-RMR-24-02171
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
N/A
Private provider inspections- 2980 existing sqft. renovating 812 sqft level 2 alteration on 1st floor demolish and remodeling 500 sqft. on the first-floor new construction of 815 sqft. (converting existing porch into living space) room addition onto the 2nd floor adding 1604 sqft 2nd floor balcony 512 sqft
Valuation:
$677,188
Permit #:
HC-BLD-22-0033334
Status:
expired
Fee:
$2,701
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish existing portion of birdcage and pool slab. install an egress window into existing master bedroom create a new doorway going into the addition. building new 370 square foot room addition. see plan set ( house permit 455410
Valuation:
$120,375
Permit #:
RESADD-2021-000049
Status:
complete
Fee:
$589
Permit Type:
Addition - primar...
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial - interior building out with no change to existing slab-remodel
2023-10-25
(cd18-00053) interior/exterior remodel: repair entrance door paint remove clatting form mansor replace - clean site from debris addition landscape replace electrical fixtures - see condemnation appeal scope of work pg.4 more detail - remove 2 layers then install tpo -: preapp-2019-00346
Valuation:
$62,913
Permit #:
20B05771
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,140
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - hurricane helene & milton: storm damage repairs. r/r electric as needed. r/r drywall with densglass lower 4 of walls as needed. (11/13/2024 added air conditioning replacement on amendment a)
Valuation:
$34,096
Permit #:
BCP2024-100915
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Repair
Building Type:
Single family/duplex
10/12/22 extension.....kitchen remodel with load bearing wall modification...removing a load bearing wall and replacing with a beam per plans - interior work only..b/e/p..noc req - 02-28-2023****revision: post remains - layout stays the same. no structural work with revision engineering not required with revised plan. jj
Valuation:
$61,825
Permit #:
CBP-22-00915
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,197
Permit Type:
Interior remodel
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | AEC-12767 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Lakeland |
| Type | Electrical |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of December 2025.
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Verified License
| License # | EC13007492 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Certified Electrical Contractor |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of March 2026.
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| License # | S-EC13007492 |
| Status | Active |
| County | Sumter County |
| Type | Contractor |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Electrical Business Information |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Electrical Business Information |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Electrical Business Information |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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Inactive License
| License # | EC13007492 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Ocala |
| Type | Certified Contractor |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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Inactive License
| License # | EC13007492 |
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Orange County |
| Type | E Electrical Contractor |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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Inactive License
| License # | EG13000327 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Certified Alarm System Contractor Ii |
| Business Type | Telecommunications |
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116
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Whitco Ins |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Insurance Solutions |
160
Permits
- Building permit records show that Ortel Technologies, Inc has worked on 160 permitted projects.
Ortel Technologies, Inc Employees
CO
Christian Orbesen
Owner
OE
Orbesen Christian E