With over 50 years of business serving the Chicago metro area, Scardino Electric, Inc., is the way to go for all your wiring and panel upgrade needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to do excellent work on every visit, answer all questions, and develop lasting relationships with all our clients so, that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Contact us today for a free estimate. Satisfaction Guaranteed!
"Joe is an honest great guy. He communicated with me about everything clearly and answered any questions I had. He was upfront about price, and his work. I had not complaints using his service. Thanks Joe!"
Mike H on January 2016
With over 50 years of business serving the Chicago metro area, Scardino Electric, Inc., is the way to go for all your wiring and panel upgrade needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to do excellent work on every visit, answer all questions, and develop lasting relationships with all our clients so, that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Contact us today for a free estimate. Satisfaction Guaranteed!
"Joe is an honest great guy. He communicated with me about everything clearly and answered any questions I had. He was upfront about price, and his work. I had not complaints using his service. Thanks Joe!"
Mike H on January 2016
We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.
"They are quick in responding. Great communication and very courteous."
Frank G on August 2024
We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.
"They are quick in responding. Great communication and very courteous."
Frank G on August 2024
AmpedUp Lighting Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very professional and knowledgeable."
Jessica G on March 2025
AmpedUp Lighting Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Very professional and knowledgeable."
Jessica G on March 2025
We believe in quality service, value and price and pride ourselves on our good reputation. Whatever your electric needs, call Heiser Electric first. There is no job too small, no job too large. Heiser Electric is here to keep your family safe and your electric current.
"all good"
robb l on May 2025
We believe in quality service, value and price and pride ourselves on our good reputation. Whatever your electric needs, call Heiser Electric first. There is no job too small, no job too large. Heiser Electric is here to keep your family safe and your electric current.
"all good"
robb l on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I would highly recommend this company...Very kind and very fair on price.On a 1 to 10, definately a 10!!"
Earl M on May 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I would highly recommend this company...Very kind and very fair on price.On a 1 to 10, definately a 10!!"
Earl M on May 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The work was completed in two days as quoted. The workers were very polite and I will recommend this company to others that need electrical work done."
Sheila M on December 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The work was completed in two days as quoted. The workers were very polite and I will recommend this company to others that need electrical work done."
Sheila M on December 2024
With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."
Valerie J on July 2022
With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."
Valerie J on July 2022
For over 15 years there has been an electrical company that has proven themselves reliable time and time again. Metrolake Services, Inc., can handle all your residential and commercial needs.
"Directly connected with the service and they answered the phone! They were able to come out in hours. Appreciated the customer service!"
Sarah P on August 2017
For over 15 years there has been an electrical company that has proven themselves reliable time and time again. Metrolake Services, Inc., can handle all your residential and commercial needs.
"Directly connected with the service and they answered the phone! They were able to come out in hours. Appreciated the customer service!"
Sarah P on August 2017
At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"did a good job"
Alicia J on May 2024
At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"did a good job"
Alicia J on May 2024
Proudly serving all of Northern Indiana, South Chicago, and Michiana Areas from our home in Portage, Indiana! America's Construction Experts LLC is your local, family-owned remodeling and renovation contractor, dedicated to our community and beyond. For 14 years, we have been your trusted partner in home transformation. Beyond just kitchens, baths, and basements we are a full-service general contractor handling ALL your renovation needs. Experience the ease of our "Three Companies, One Beautiful Home": seamlessly buy/sell, remodel, offer in-house remodel financing, all under one roof! A one-stop shop saving you time, money, and stress! Imagine the ease: one trusted team to help you BUY smart, REMODEL strategically for profit, and SELL for top dollar – then repeat! Less headaches, exceptional returns, lifetime wealth building. Benefit from our A+ BBB rating and the HomeAdvisor 2023 Service Award – proof of our unwavering commitment to excellence. Your partner in homeownership!
"I have used America's Construction Experts before and once again they were great. David the owner, communicates so well. Tim, his main employee is wonderful. He is a perfectionist. I had a cabinet facing that needed to be replaced and he took it off 3 times until it was level and correct. We had several other small projects and he took care of them fast and expertly. They are a wonderful company. I am going to call and have another project done. I highly recommend this company."
Billie C on March 2021
Proudly serving all of Northern Indiana, South Chicago, and Michiana Areas from our home in Portage, Indiana! America's Construction Experts LLC is your local, family-owned remodeling and renovation contractor, dedicated to our community and beyond. For 14 years, we have been your trusted partner in home transformation. Beyond just kitchens, baths, and basements we are a full-service general contractor handling ALL your renovation needs. Experience the ease of our "Three Companies, One Beautiful Home": seamlessly buy/sell, remodel, offer in-house remodel financing, all under one roof! A one-stop shop saving you time, money, and stress! Imagine the ease: one trusted team to help you BUY smart, REMODEL strategically for profit, and SELL for top dollar – then repeat! Less headaches, exceptional returns, lifetime wealth building. Benefit from our A+ BBB rating and the HomeAdvisor 2023 Service Award – proof of our unwavering commitment to excellence. Your partner in homeownership!
"I have used America's Construction Experts before and once again they were great. David the owner, communicates so well. Tim, his main employee is wonderful. He is a perfectionist. I had a cabinet facing that needed to be replaced and he took it off 3 times until it was level and correct. We had several other small projects and he took care of them fast and expertly. They are a wonderful company. I am going to call and have another project done. I highly recommend this company."
Billie C on March 2021
A standard electrical meter riser replacement takes an average of two to three hours for the actual installation work, though the entire process may span a full day. This timeline includes coordination with your utility company for power disconnection and reconnection, the physical replacement work, and any required inspections. Weather conditions and permit processing can affect the schedule. Plan for a day without electrical service while the work is being completed.
The homeowner is responsible for maintaining and replacing the electrical meter riser and related components on their property. While your utility company owns and maintains the actual meter and the service lines leading to your home, everything on your side of the connection point—including the weatherhead, riser pipe, and meter base—falls under your responsibility. This division means that when damage occurs or upgrades are needed, the homeowner bears the cost of replacement.
Yes, your power must be disconnected during an electrical meter riser replacement. Since this work involves your home's main electrical service entrance, the utility company will need to disconnect power at the service drop before the electrician can safely begin work.
This outage lasts for several hours while the replacement is completed and inspected. Make appropriate arrangements for perishable food items and consider alternative accommodations if the weather is extreme.
If you're simply replacing a damaged meter riser without changing your electrical service capacity, you can often keep your existing panel. However, if you're upgrading from a lower amperage service to a higher one, you'll likely need to upgrade your electrical panel as well. Many electricians recommend evaluating your entire electrical service during riser replacement, as combining these projects can be more cost-effective than completing them separately.