EST. 1986 — Newark & Georgetown, DE
50+ ABC Excellence in Construction Awards

DISCOVER
THE POWER
OF QUALITY

Building lasting partnerships through exceptional electrical service, integrity, and a commitment to always doing what's right.

Our People

OUR GREATEST ASSET ISN'T IN THE WORK WE DO — IT'S WHO WE ARE.

At Nickle, our employees are the foundation of our success. Through teamwork and accountability, we foster a culture of excellence, growth, and long-term commitment, with many team members recognized as Nickle Elite for years of dedication.

Nickle Electrical 40th Anniversary

YEARS OF
EXCELLENCE

Trusted by our partners and customers across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Our Story

Nickle Electrical Companies was founded in 1986 as Paul A. Nickle, Inc., a small electrical contracting firm serving the local Delaware market. What began as a one-man operation with a commitment to honest work quickly earned a reputation for dependable craftsmanship and attention to detail.

In 1991, Steve and Debbie Dignan acquired the company and brought with them a bold vision for growth. Under their leadership, Nickle evolved from a local contractor into a premier Mid-Atlantic electrical company, taking on increasingly complex commercial and industrial projects while never losing sight of the values that built the business.

Today, under the leadership of Neal Donaldson and Jeromy Newton, who acquired the company in 2025, Nickle Electrical continues to push the boundaries of what an electrical contractor can achieve. With two locations in Newark, DE and Georgetown, DE, a team of over 200 skilled professionals, and more than 50 ABC Excellence in Construction Awards, we remain committed to the standard of excellence our clients have come to expect.

Meet The Nickle Team
86 Founded

Paul A. Nickle, Inc. established in Delaware with a commitment to quality electrical work.

91 New Ownership

Steve and Debbie Dignan acquire the company and begin a new chapter of growth and innovation.

25 The Next Era

Neal Donaldson and Jeromy Newton take the helm, carrying the Nickle standard into the future.

40+ Years of Service
50+ Excellence Awards
1250+ Signature Projects
200+ Team Members
MISSION
Our Mission

SAFELY PROVIDING
EXCEPTIONAL
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
WITHIN A CULTURE
BUILT ON DOING
WHAT'S RIGHT.

This is not a tagline. It is the operating principle behind every decision we make, every project we take on, and every person we hire. Each word was chosen with intention, and each word carries weight in how we run this company.

Our Foundation

CORE VALUES

Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Accountability — the pillars that define every project we touch.

40
Four Decades

OUR JOURNEY

Four decades of innovation, growth, and excellence in electrical services.