Watson's Electric, LLC

Watson's Electric is a family-owned electrical contractor serving Pensacola with over 45 years in the trade. The company holds state license numbers EC13009532 and EC13012335, and operates Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM.

Services include generator installation, EV charger installation, service panel upgrades and repairs, electrical inspections for code compliance, repairs and alterations, surge protection systems, LED retrofitting, solar system interconnections, and parking lot lighting. Watson's Electric handles both residential and commercial work, including new builds and remodels.

In Florida, electrical contractors must be licensed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board. The main license type for general electrical work is the EC (Electrical Contractor) license, which allows a contractor to install, repair, alter, and design electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. An ER (Registered Electrical Contractor) license is limited to specific jurisdictions where the contractor has registered.

You can verify a contractor's license on the DBPR website at myfloridalicense.com using their name or license number. This free search tool shows current licensure status and any disciplinary history. Before hiring, ask your contractor for their license number and confirm it matches Florida's records.

Most electrical work in Florida requires permits and inspections to meet the Florida Building Code. Your contractor should handle permit applications and coordinate inspections with the local building department. Ask upfront whether permits are included in the project estimate and who will pull them—this protects both you and the work quality.