90 years of consistently delivering on our commitments.

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Ferguson Electric, top electrical contractor. Your connection to quality.

Milestones

1935

Founded by Whitworth Ferguson Senior, Whitworth the company opened for business on August 1st.

1940's

The onset of World War II created one of the largest construction booms in the history of New York State. Ferguson Electric planned a significant role in the area’s continued growth by offering the very best in electrical construction & engineering capabilities. drafting

1956

The state of New York began building the Niagara Power Project. NYPA Ferguson Electric was awarded the first large electrical construction contract.

1960's

In the early 60’s, we began work for the State University of New York at Buffalo, including SUNYUB’s Computer Center, power distribution, UB libraries, & student unions.

1970's

Ferguson Electric began a heavy expansion into such urban renewal projects as the revitalization of downtown Niagara Falls, expanding our capabilities to include wastewater treatment plants. treatment plant

Early 2000's

The workers voted to become 100% employee owned. After the loan burning party loan burning in 2010, the company remains an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

2025

Ferguson Electric acquired Schuler-Haas, schuler-haas expanding our footprint to include offices in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Corning, Ithaca, & Binghamton.

Present Day

The company continues to be at the forefront of industry technology & investment. Although the company has worked on renewables for over 60 years, the new Renewables Division turbine is now a top priority for the company and the industry's future.

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