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Capital Electric - The Electrical Distributor of Choice Our mission is to be The Electrical Distributor of Choice for our customers, employees, and suppliers.

Capital Electric provides electrical products, lighting, and services to contractors, builders, and end-users in the Mid-Atlantic and Carolina region. We service our customers from over 70 locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, the District of Columbia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and from our 220,000 square foot headquarters and central distribution center in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Capital Electric is a proud member of the Sonepar family, a market leader in the B-to-B distribution of electrical, industrial, & safety products and related solutions. Our Commitment:
Capital Electric delivers excellence in service, products from the finest manufacturers of electrical products, and extensive application expertise. We are built on the fundamental concept of being the best at those things that are important to the success of our customers and their customers. By making Capital Electric a good place to work, we attract, grow and retain extraordinary people who are the best at what they do and who enjoy doing it. An Invitation:
We invite you to take the time to visit the other sections of our site. There you can learn about the services we provide, examine the products we distribute, open an account and contact the people who do it. And, if you are interested, you can explore the opportunities available for energetic, motivated people at Capital Electric.

10/15/2026

The lights flicker. The equipment keeps tripping. And every time you put a meter on it, everything looks fine.

You know the call. The problem is real, it just won't happen while you're watching.

The Fluke Corporation 1777 Power Quality Analyzer watches for you. ⚡

✅ Automatically captures voltage, current, harmonics, flicker, and transients
✅ Records power events as they happen, so you walk in with proof instead of a hunch
✅ Makes power quality studies and troubleshooting simpler
✅ Rugged and portable for the field or the plant floor

Featured in our SEP/OCT Smart Buys. Ask your Capital Electric rep or stop by your local branch.

10/06/2026

"I'll just plug the generator into the dryer outlet." ⚡

You've heard some version of it. Usually the day before a storm, from someone who doesn't know that power can run back out through that same wiring, onto the lines a utility crew is working to restore.

This is the season it comes up. Hurricane season runs through November, and CPSC reports that half of all portable generator carbon monoxide deaths happen November through February.

Two things worth saying in every generator conversation this fall:

✅ A transfer switch or interlock is the only safe way to tie a portable generator into house wiring.
✅ The generator runs outside, at least 20 feet from the house, exhaust pointed away from windows and doors. And there's a working CO alarm inside.

Transfer switches, interlock kits, and Generac portables are in stock at Capital Electric.

10/02/2026

The e-bike charges in the garage. Off a power strip. Plugged into an extension cord. Behind the lawnmower. 🔋

You've walked into that garage. Probably this month.

It's Fire Prevention Week, and this year NFPA's theme is safe charging for lithium-ion batteries: e-bikes, scooters, phones, and the tool packs on your truck. Their advice starts simple. Use the charger made for the device, and charge on a hard, flat surface.

What a homeowner can't do is give that charging a proper home. A receptacle where the bike actually parks, so nobody needs a power strip to reach it. That's worth bringing up on your next service call.

What's the sketchiest charging setup you've walked into? 👇

09/29/2026

Does your lighting distributor offer specification-grade proposals, value engineering, energy audits, utility rebate coordination, and end-to-end project management?

We do.

Through the Sonepar Lighting Academy, our associates receive specialized training and can become Lighting Certified so we have the knowledge to help your lighting projects run smoothly.

Through the Digital Job Center, you can also track and manage your lighting orders anytime, including downloading spec sheets and viewing rolled up project financials.

Learn more from tED magazine: https://tedmag.com/sonepar-lighting-academy-trains-nearly-100-associates/

09/25/2026

Keeping solar systems online starts with faster troubleshooting.

The Fluke GFL-1500 Solar Ground Fault Locator helps solar professionals locate ground faults quickly and efficiently, reducing downtime and helping maximize energy production.

As solar projects continue to expand, having the right diagnostic tools can make all the difference.

Reach out to the Capital Electric team to learn how the Fluke GFL-1500 can support your solar maintenance efforts.

09/24/2026

For electricians, KNOWLEDGE is specification-grade proposals. Through training like Lighting Academy, our teams are building the know-how to answer questions, solve problems and help your next lighting project go smoother.

Our knowledge is ELECTRIC.

09/21/2026

Maryland crews: five mornings, five branches, and Milwaukee Tool on the counter. ⚡

Stop in between 7 AM and 12 PM, get hands-on with the gear, and chat with the experts.

📍 Wed, Sept 30: Westminster
📍 Thu, Oct 15: Annapolis
📍 Wed, Oct 28: Aberdeen
📍 Wed, Nov 11: Glen Burnie
📍 Wed, Nov 18: Columbia

Refreshments on us and door prizes at every stop. 🎁

Full addresses in the comments.📍

09/18/2026

Baltimore, it's kickoff season. 🏈

Football's back, and we're celebrating a few steps from the stadium with: food, prizes, and a room full of vendor reps who actually know the product.

🏈 Charm City Kickoff & Vendor Showcase
📅 Thursday, Sept 24
⏰ 11 AM to 2 PM
📍 600 West Hamburg Street, Baltimore

🍽️ Food
🎁 Prizes and more
🔌 New product from our amazing partners!

Wear your colors. Tag whoever's riding with you. 👇

09/16/2026

For contractors, KNOWLEDGE means alternative products that stay in budget without sacrificing performance. We help you balance cost and quality so the project works both on paper and in the field.

Our knowledge is ELECTRIC.

09/10/2026

The Lynchburg crew has been open since March. On September 17, we are throwing them the party they have earned.

If you have been by the counter on Odd Fellows Road this spring or summer, you have probably already met them. If you have not, this is a good excuse.

Thursday, September 17. 11am to 2pm. Mission BBQ, good company, and the whole Lynchburg team on hand. Not the mention the chance to win a Blackstone grill.

📍 3117 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501
🗓️ Thursday, September 17, 11am to 2pm

Bring the crew. Bring your appetite. And come tell us what you want us to keep on the shelf.

Central Virginia, we are glad to be here!

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Address

8711 Westphalia Road
Upper Marlboro, MD
20774

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://www.capitalelectricsupply.com/

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