Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Electrical Contractors for Industrial & Commercial Projects
Chewning & Wilmer has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry since 1924, specializing in large-scale industrial and commercial projects. Our expertise spans electrical construction, virtual construction, instrumentation, telecommunications, mechanical fabrication, and control system design, serving clients across the United States. With over a century of experience, we combine time-honored traditions with innovative solutions to deliver quality workmanship and exceed client expectations.Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to completing projects efficiently, even under challenging conditions, while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and sustainability. We hold electrical licenses in three states and continue to expand our reach, serving diverse sectors such as healthcare, education, manufacturing, and data centers. Our reputation is built on a foundation of accountability, client satisfaction, and a passion for excellence in every project we undertake.
Services
Electrical Contracting
Industrial Projects
Mechanical Construction
Virtual Construction
Service & Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of expertise in electrical and industrial construction.
- Our comprehensive services cover design, virtual construction, and 24/7 emergency support.
- We specialize in complex projects for healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors.
- Our team includes licensed electricians and certified mechanical specialists.
- We maintain electrical licenses in three states with a proven track record of client satisfaction.
What people say
Exceptional client relations
Quality workmanship
Great communicators
Proactive team
Successful project delivery
Services
Electrical Contracting
Chewning & Wilmer provides comprehensive electrical contracting for industrial and commercial projects, including power distribution, control systems, and emergency repairs. Our licensed electricians handle complex installations and retrofits, ensuring compliance with safety standards. With expertise in 26KV systems to fiber optics, we deliver reliable solutions for data centers, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities.
Industrial Projects
We specialize in industrial electrical and mechanical construction for breweries, refineries, and chemical plants. Our services include DCS re-instrumentation, disaster recovery, and process piping installation. With experience in high-purity piping and equipment erection, we support turnkey solutions for clients like Anheuser-Busch and Merck across North America.
Virtual Construction
Our Virtual Construction division uses Building Information Modeling (BIM) for project scheduling, clash detection, and prefabrication planning. We enhance efficiency through digital tools, improving coordination and as-built documentation. This approach reduces costs and delays while ensuring precision in complex projects like telecom installations and utility duct banks.
Mechanical Construction
The mechanical division handles stainless steel and carbon steel piping, fabrication, and equipment installation. We provide QA/QC tracking and design layout services, supporting industries like pharmaceuticals and aerospace. Our Richmond-based team specializes in rigging, millwright work, and high-purity piping for clients such as NASA and Micron.
24/7 Service & Maintenance
We offer round-the-clock service for electrical and mechanical repairs, including thermographic imaging and programmable controller installations. Our technicians support preventive maintenance and diagnostics for hospitals, banks, and manufacturing facilities. This division ensures rapid response to emergencies while maintaining long-term system reliability.
People
Carson W. Rogers Jr.
CEO
Carson W. Rogers Jr. leads Chewning & Wilmer with decades of industry experience, driving strategic growth and operational excellence. He oversees major projects and community initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company's vision of innovation and service.
Evan M. Rogers
President
Evan M. Rogers manages the Commercial Division, focusing on client relations and project execution. With over 15 years at the company, he ensures quality delivery for educational and healthcare facilities while expanding market reach across Virginia.
Tim Morris
Vice President, Service
Tim Morris leads the Industrial Division, specializing in electrical and control systems for breweries and manufacturing plants. His technical expertise and client-focused approach have strengthened long-term partnerships with major corporations like Stone Brewing and DuPont.
Jeff Barefoot
Mechanical Project Manager
Jeff Barefoot oversees mechanical projects, including piping and fabrication. A licensed contractor and HVAC expert, he ensures precision in installations for clients like NASA and Nestle-Purina while maintaining rigorous quality standards.
Curtis Bannister
Manager of Virtual Construction
Curtis Bannister directs virtual construction initiatives, leveraging BIM technology to optimize project planning. His team's innovative solutions improve efficiency and coordination, supporting complex projects such as telecom installations and infrastructure upgrades.
Questions
What industries does Chewning + Wilmer serve?
We serve healthcare, education, manufacturing, data centers, breweries, and government sectors with electrical and mechanical construction solutions.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, our service team provides 24/7 emergency electrical and mechanical repairs for critical systems.
Are you licensed in multiple states?
We hold electrical licenses in three states and work on projects nationwide.
What virtual construction tools do you use?
We utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) for clash detection, scheduling, and prefabrication planning to enhance project efficiency.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our QA/QC processes, licensed technicians, and on-site field expertise ensure compliance and reliability in every project phase.
Can you handle large-scale industrial projects?
Yes, we specialize in large-scale projects for clients like Anheuser-Busch and Merck, including power distribution and control systems.
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