Updated: Jul 14, 2026
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1602 CHESTNUT AVE, Chesapeake, VA, 23320
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Zap Electric
Zap Electric, 1602 Chestnut Ave, Chesapeake, VA holds a Electrical (Ele) license and 1 other license according to the Virginia license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 107 ranks in the top 6% of 131,387 Virginia licensed contractors.
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Zap Electric Contact Information
Phone Number: (757) 773-5077
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Address: 1602 CHESTNUT AVE, Chesapeake, VA 23320
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Zap Electric Chesapeake
Quality
107
94th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Zap Electric has a BuildZoom score of 107, which places them above 94% of 131,387 contractors in Virginia.
Activity
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1 project
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2026 |
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24 projects
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2025 |
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16 projects
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2024 |
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16 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Zap Electric has worked on at least
57.0 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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14 projects
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Home Additions |
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57 projects
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Electrical projects |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Zap Electric mostly works on
electrical project
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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50 projects
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< $5k |
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6 projects
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$5k-$20k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $2,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Running a 50 amp 240 volt dedicated circuit from the main breaker panel to a w/p junction box and then converting to thhn into conduit running into the trench and into the sub panel in the pool house. adding some outdoor lighting indoor lighting and a few standard 120 volt circuits. they are installing a little wall outside and i have uf wire waiting for that but the brick has to be c... see more
Valuation:
$3,500
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-01186
Status:
complete
Fee:
$88
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
New
Running a 50 amp 240 volt dedicated circuit from the main breaker panel to a w/p junction box and then converting to thhn into conduit running into the trench and into the sub panel in the pool house. adding some outdoor lighting indoor lighting and a few standard 120 volt circuits. they are installing a little wall outside and i have uf wire waiting for that but the brick has to be c... see more
Valuation:
$3,500
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-01186
Status:
complete
Fee:
$88
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
New
We are running new wiring and circuits for the newly added addition. we are doing a 200 amp panel replacement. the existing panel is 200 amps currently. we are also going to be doing a 50 amp generator inlet box/circuit. this will be done with a interlock kit. (34) 0-30 amps circuits (5) 31-60 amps circuits (1) 61-100 amps circuits (1) portable generator circuit
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-00941
Status:
complete
Fee:
$267
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Addition
We are running new wiring and circuits for the newly added addition. we are doing a 200 amp panel replacement. the existing panel is 200 amps currently. we are also going to be doing a 50 amp generator inlet box/circuit. this will be done with a interlock kit. (34) 0-30 amps circuits (5) 31-60 amps circuits (1) 61-100 amps circuits (1) portable generator circuit
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-00941
Status:
complete
Fee:
$267
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Addition
We are wiring for a 30 amp 240 volt dedicated water heater circuit approximately 10 ft down on same wall in the garage using 10/2 romex. install ge breaker breaker lock and label panel. thhn inside of nonmetallic flexible conduit to feed the water heater. pics attached
Valuation:
$500
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-00732
Status:
complete
Fee:
$61
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Existing
We are wiring for a 30 amp 240 volt dedicated water heater circuit approximately 10 ft down on same wall in the garage using 10/2 romex. install ge breaker breaker lock and label panel. thhn inside of nonmetallic flexible conduit to feed the water heater. pics attached
Valuation:
$500
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-00732
Status:
complete
Fee:
$61
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Existing
We are rewiring the entire residence. there is currently a 400 amp service at the location. we are going to replace the 400 amp meter base install a 200 amp main breaker panel and install a 200 amp disconnect for an additional 200 amp sub fed panel for the upstairs area. we are also going to install a 50 amp portable generator interlock kit. we would like to get a early release if pos... see more
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
2025-ELER-17754
Status:
filed
Fee:
$299
Permit Type:
Existing
Building Type:
N/A
Replacing defective 100 amp meter base with a new 100 amp meter base. this will have to be a same day replacement and inspection due to occupancy of the living space. dominion will be at the residence on thursday september 25th at around 8:00 a.m. . i will be replacing the meter base get the inspection approval and then release to dominion so they can come back and turn back on their ... see more
Valuation:
$750
Permit #:
2025-ELER-23361
Status:
complete
Fee:
$61
Permit Type:
Existing
Building Type:
N/A
Wiring for bathrooms den and kitchen. replacing existing 200 amp main breaker panel with a new 200 amp main breaker panel all grounding and a new meter base. the old existing meter base was rusted so it needed to be replaced. the seu cable coming from the point of attachment was damaged in a few different places as well. dominion should be replacing this but need the release first. wo... see more
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-01427
Status:
complete
Fee:
$154
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Existing
Wiring for bathrooms den and kitchen. replacing existing 200 amp main breaker panel with a new 200 amp main breaker panel all grounding and a new meter base. the old existing meter base was rusted so it needed to be replaced. the seu cable coming from the point of attachment was damaged in a few different places as well. dominion should be replacing this but need the release first. wo... see more
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2025-01427
Status:
complete
Fee:
$154
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Existing
Relocate wiring from old panel to new outdoor panel back to back of where it was originally existing. why are four converted garage to bedroom bathroom and closet area
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
2025-ELER-05073
Status:
filed
Fee:
$92
Permit Type:
Existing
Building Type:
N/A
Wiring for dedicated 20 amp circuit on side of residence for gfci protected receptacle near deck and back wall of residence on deck. wiring for two flood lights and a ceiling fan on switches. standard 200 amp panel replacement. 50 amp generator interlock
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2024-00621
Status:
complete
Fee:
$222
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Addition
Wiring for dedicated 20 amp circuit on side of residence for gfci protected receptacle near deck and back wall of residence on deck. wiring for two flood lights and a ceiling fan on switches. standard 200 amp panel replacement. 50 amp generator interlock
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2024-00621
Status:
complete
Fee:
$222
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Addition
Installing wiring from existing outdoor receptacle to a new location for an additional outdoor gfci protected receptacle and weatherproof cover. this is for an outdoor gas tankless water heater
Valuation:
$250
Permit #:
2025-ELER-22232
Status:
complete
Fee:
$66
Permit Type:
Existing
Building Type:
N/A
Change of service from 100 amp to 200 amps. 200 amp breaker panel already existing from someone previous. updating meter base and grounding and verifying everything is correct in existing panel. we are also adding dedicated circuit for electric range. dominion work request number is 10634556
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
2023-ELER-14093
Status:
complete
Fee:
$81
Permit Type:
Existing
Building Type:
N/A
100 amp to 200 amp service upgrade
Valuation:
$850
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2023-01484
Status:
complete
Fee:
$112
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Existing
100 amp to 200 amp service upgrade
Valuation:
$850
Permit #:
BLD-ELE-RES-2023-01484
Status:
complete
Fee:
$112
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Existing
Replacing existing 200 amp panel with new 200 amp panel and adding gas ground cold water ground and ground rods. wiring for attic conversion to frog for master bedroom and master bathroom. addition lighting and gfci receptacle in attic area. adding mini split circuit
Valuation:
$4,500
Permit #:
2023-ELER-02779
Status:
complete
Fee:
$97
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Wiring for addition and remodel of the rest of the residence. adding a 100 amp sub panel in the garage area and we are doing a direct swap of a 200 amp panel and adding all grounding
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
2025-ELER-15374
Status:
filed
Fee:
$301
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Dedicated circuits for converted carport to living space and for bathroom gfci. replacing devices and lighting in residence on the final
Valuation:
$2,000
Permit #:
2025-ELER-06654
Status:
complete
Fee:
$71
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 2705171561 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Virginia |
| Type | Electrical (Ele) |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2026.
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Verified License
| License # | 2710068582 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Virginia |
| Type | Electrician (Mele) |
- BuildZoom has not verified this license since May, 2025.
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107
BuildZoom Score
104
Permits
- Building permit records show that Zap Electric has worked on 104 permitted projects.