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Electrical Maintenance Services in Madison

Acquire professional help when you need to put in a new light fixture or are having wiring issues. Most electricians can help you with:

  • Installing a home generator
  • Setting up smart home automation systems
  • Installing new wiring and switches
  • Replacing outlets
  • Upgrading your electrical panel

Find an electrician in Madison who specializes in the mentioned services and more.

Frequently asked questions

  • An electrician’s cost per hour comes in between $50 and $100. It’ll vary depending on your location and the type or professional you hire. Areas with a higher cost of living can expect to pay on the higher end of that scale. Licensing level may also increase the price.
  • Usually you’ll pay a higher rate for the first hour. This covers their travel and time expense. Emergency or after-hours rates are usually higher too – expect to pay an emergency fee of up to $300 plus a higher hourly rate.

Electricians do a fair amount of larger remodeling and new construction projects but also common residential projects including:

For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our Electrical Cost Guide.

  1. Do you have a license to perform electrical work in this state?
    All states require an electrical license or work performed under a Master Electrician. You should also ask how many on the job hours of experience they have.
  2. Do you have insurance?
    Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance.
  3. Do you have prior work references?
    You might skip this for small jobs like installing a light or outlet. For larger projects, always get references.
  4. What are your rates?
    Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go.
  5. Who is going to do the actual work?
    Often, a Master Electrician will come out to diagnose and bid on projects, but they have their apprentice and journeyman electricians do the work. This isn’t a terrible thing, in fact it’s common practice. The Master’s license is on the line with any work he supervises.
  6. Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
    Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year.
  7. Are you usually on time?
    Overbooking is a frequent problem with electrical work. Often, a service call goes long, and they end up showing up at your home late. This common complaint is easily remedied with an up-front and honest discussion. If they can’t be on time, make sure they’ll call.

1. Don’t Be Misled by an Electrician’s Hourly Rates

A truly skilled, well-equipped professional with a truck full of parts that charges $100 an hour can be a much wiser choice than an inexperienced hack, working with inadequate tools and no parts, but charging much less. Often, more experienced professionals get the job done quickly with warrantied work.

2. Compare Travel Charges

Rates reflect travel times. Travel charges can have a big impact on your costs and are in some ways easier to compare than hourly rates. Many electricians spend a third or more of their time navigating traffic on their way to a jobsite. Every contractor must find a way to pay for the expense of driving each day.

3. Bundle Repair Jobs Together

When you feel it’s time to call a pro, review your list and then conduct a mini-inspection of your home. Look for faulty switches and dysfunctional or crowded outlets. When the electrician comes, you’ll save money and time by getting everything taken care of at once.

4. How to Prepare & What to Know Before the Electrician Arrives

  • Be as thorough and detailed in describing your needs to your contractor. The more they know, the quicker the job will go.
  • Before they arrive, prepare a precise list of items you want serviced. Electricians have budgeted their time for a service call. They don’t have time for additional requests once they are on site.
  • Make sure the electrical panel box is accessible. You’ll pay for the time it takes to access it.
  • Clear away fragile items, knickknacks and furniture from areas where you expect the them to work.
  • If you have questions about the project, ask them before they start. Most are happy to run you through the problem and the process of fixing it.
  • Ask about potential issues after the work is complete. During a service call a professional will spot any potential hazards.
  • You’ll lose power to parts of your home while they work. Be prepared to pause anything you’re doing during the service call.
  • In most cases you’ll have the option to either pay at the time of service or have a bill sent to you. You’ll be able to pay with cash, credit and sometimes check.

5. Install Money-Saving Electrical Fixtures

  • By switching from ordinary incandescent light fixtures or bulbs to fluorescent or LED ones, you can substantially reduce energy consumption in your home.
  • Motion detector switches can help you save money on outdoor lighting while at the same time providing very cost-effective security to your home.
  • Creative landscape lighting and indoor accent lighting can make your home more appealing to you, your guests and potential buyers in the future.

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Madison Electricians are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 295 reviews of 10 pros.

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  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/07/22
    Services Needed: Replace an old fixture
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    After Business Hours: No
    Historical Work: No
    Covered by Insurance: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Electrical fixtures : Recessed lights
  • NewProject: Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Residential - Materials Not Provided
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/07/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Property Owner: Yes
    Already Purchased Station: No
    Supports 220v or 240v load: I don't know
    Property type:: Single Family
    Comment: Looking to buy and install a L2 charger. Nema 140 9.6 kw with a 50amp breaker.
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/06/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Update or add a few fixtures, outlets or switches
    Comment: Need new electrical connection for electrical stove.
  • NewProject: Upgrade an Electrical Panel or Wiring
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/06/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
  • NewProject: Upgrade an Electrical Panel or Wiring
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/06/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
    Comment: Getting electrical service moved underground and have started the conversation with MG&E Panel is already upgraded to 200a, so would need a new meter socket and wiring to the panel.
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/06/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
    Electrical fixtures : Ceiling fan or chandelier
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/05/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Update or add a few fixtures, outlets or switches
    Comment: I have an old crystal chandelier that needs to be required to code and installed in a ceiling fixture.
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/05/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Switches
    Electrical fixtures : Bath or attic exhaust fan
    Electrical fixtures : Interior lights
  • NewProject: Upgrade an Electrical Panel or Wiring
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/05/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Historical Work: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
    Property Owner: Yes
    Are you interested in financing?: No
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for new electrical panel install in shed
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/04/22
    Location: Business
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Update or add a few fixtures, outlets or switches
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/04/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Switches
    Comment: I own a second home in Madison where my daughter and grandson live. I need an outlet by the front door fixed as it shorted out. I would also like to have security lights installed over the patio door in back and on the driveway side of house. There is also a ceiling fan that needs to be installed.
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/04/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for Installed a ceiling fan. For the electrician to thread the wires to the switch plate he had to cut two 4" x 5" holes in the ceiling.
  • NewProject: Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/04/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
    Comment: Install electrical outlet on outside of home
  • NewProject: Upgrade an Electrical Panel or Wiring
    Location: Madison, WI
    Date: 10/01/22
    Location: Home/Residence
    Historical Work: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
    Property Owner: Yes
    Are you interested in financing?: No
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate to install a panel and wiring for a airplane shape shed

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