Our History

​ABTECH Electrical Services was started by Kent Abell in 1989. After 35 years of business, the company is still guided by one principle: never give up! Kent started as an electrician in Jeffersonville, Indiana when he was 16 years old. He worked for local contractors and Louisville Gas & Electric as a lineman building electrical distribution substations. Upon moving to Ohio in the 1970s, Kent was a leader for Way International in managing electrical construction and maintenance services for multiple facilities. In 1981, he became a partner at an electrical company during one of the worst economic times. But after 6 years in business, the company grew to be the premier electrical company in the Kentuckiana area. In 1989, Kent decided to take a leap and begin ABTECH Electrical Services. His dedication to excellence, his customer relationships, and his experience in various industries has positioned ABTECH as a leader in the electrical industry in Louisville and Southern Indiana.