Our Mission
Setting the Standard by Raising the Bar
At Burkhead Electric, we believe that exceptional electrical work is about more than just wires and circuits—it is about elevating the spaces where you live, work, and grow. Our mission is to enrich lives at every step of the journey. We achieve this by serving our community with integrity, developing lifelong relationships built on trust, and pursuing absolute craftsmanship in every project we touch.
Central Iowa's Choice for Premium Electrical Solutions
At Burkhead Electric, we do more than flip switches—we deliver sophisticated, high-performance electrical systems tailored to your unique needs. As a premier Des Moines electrical contractor, we bring master craftsmanship and meticulous care to every challenge, ensuring your power is seamless, efficient, and built for the future.
Custom New Home Builds
Building a luxury home that is uniquely yours requires elite electrical engineering. We partner with homeowners, architects, and custom builders from day one, providing innovative electrical systems that elevate both the style and functionality of your new estate.
Luxury Residential Remodeling & Additions
Expanding your living space demands an electrical system that can keep up. We modernize and adapt your existing infrastructure to integrate seamlessly with your new layout, utilizing the latest technology to ensure your home remains relevant and efficient for years to come.
Architectural Lighting & Automated Shading Solutions
Transform your environment at the touch of a button. Whether you want to elevate interior aesthetics, maximize energy efficiency, or boost curb appeal, we design and install custom lighting and automated shading solutions that offer total environmental control.
Outdoor & Landscape Electrical Systems
Extend your luxury living spaces outdoors. From breathtaking architectural landscape lighting to robust power systems for outdoor kitchens and entertainment pavilions, we specialize in safe, weather-resistant outdoor electrical design.
Custom Electrical Design & Planning
We don’t just install; we strategize. We take the time to understand your specific goals, creating custom blueprints that ensure your project is highly efficient, visually seamless, and fully compliant with all local regulations.
Complete Electrical Installation (Commercial & Residential)
From the ground up, we design and deploy comprehensive electrical infrastructure for high-end residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. We ensure your entire property is powered for peak performance from day one.
Precise Electrical Troubleshooting
When complex electrical issues arise, you need rapid, expert intervention. Our elite technicians quickly diagnose and resolve faults with minimal disruption, restoring your systems to perfect, safe working order.
Electrical Code Upgrades & Compliance
Safety and compliance should never be an afterthought. We stay ahead of national and local Iowa electrical codes, retrofitting older homes and commercial properties to meet modern safety standards and protect your investment.
Our Process
Your Vision to Lifelong Value
Through our signature four-stage cycle—Dream, Design, Deliver, and Devotion—we bring your premium electrical projects to life. We capture your Dream with luxury customization, Design a meticulous and compliant blueprint, Deliver the vision with flawless craftsmanship, and maintain a lifelong Devotion to serving you long after the lights turn on.
Core Values
Foundations That Drive Us
Great electrical contracting is built on trust. Burkhead Electric is driven by eight core values to deliver unparalleled workmanship and reliable service to homes and businesses across the Greater Des Moines area.