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Avatar for Wooldridge Heating Air & Electrical
Wooldridge Heating Air & Electrical
4.8(
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team arrived on time and did their jobs. they were more then accommodating to our needs and interfaced with other contractors seamlessly."
22 KW Generac Standby Generator installed
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+15

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wooldridge Heating & Air, Inc.
4.8(
59
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The two men from Wooldridge installed the electrical part of the whole house generator and when they left the unit had passed inspection and was functional."
Generators
Generators
Generators
Generators
Generators

+6

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rogers Heating And Cooling
4.9(
15
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is amazing their work is top notch! Brandon Frost brought the entire job together. Great salesman, great service. We are totally satisfied with all that's been done for us."
Heat Pump Change Out
The old oil furnace :-(
Heat Pump Change Out
The new gas furnace! :-)
Heat Pump Change Out

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HotShot Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

HotShot Electrical LLC is here to help! We offer professional commercial and residential electrical services. We are based out of the Concord area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!\n

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Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would like to recommend Joshua Smith as a Tesla installer and overall electrician. He did a great job for my wife and I on the installation of our powerwall 3 and car chargers within our garages as well as trouble shooting some other electrical problems at our new home at Smith Mountain Lake. Additionally, he answers phone calls and shows up on time. Again, we highly recommend Joshua."
Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JBE Services LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am happy to recommended JBE Services to anyone. The team expertly installed a mini split heating system including full electrical work. They did everything required to complete the job in a timely manner including coordinating the drop off of additional parts rather than reschedule for a different day. The team was friendly and conscientious. I'm happy to have found a electrician and HVAC specialist that I trust in this area. Thanks, again!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Livengood Electrical LLC
4.4(
18
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went great! Livengood Electric really shined when it came to getting this job done. He went out of his way to make sure we had a beautiful new electrical service that will last for years to come. And also we will be ready next time the power goes out! Thanks again Jake, you did a great job!"
Electrical Project
Vanity lighting, fan, can lights, gfci receptacle and switches.
50 amp breaker panel with surge protector
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Electrical Project

+24

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Independent Powur Solar Energy Consult.
5.0(
5
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a very easy and painless process. My consultant, Trevor Riehs was outstanding! The return on our investment is definitely worth it."
Before Install
ACT NOW BEFORE THE PROMOTION COMES TO AN END!
Installation Process
Clean Looking Black on Black Panels!!!
Side by Side Comparison of what the Black on Black looks like vs Black with white grid lines!

+25

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Leake Co Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dillyn was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel at ease with the service here provided. His communication is top notch and kept us in the loop through the entire process. I consider Dillyn a friend at this point and will continue to support his business and refer him to others for any electrical job that needs to be done right. Thank you again!"
Generator, Service & mini split install
Generac and mini
Generac 22kw
Generac 22kw
Rough in 4280sqft

+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Casper Heating Air & Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian was on time ! Knows what he is doing! And is competitive priced! He will be the first person I call in the future! Thank you Brian"
hvac service
hvac service
a/c repair
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Amherst, VA

Yes, a licensed electrician is essential for this project. Running an electrical service from the road to your house involves connecting to utility power lines, complying with national and local electrical codes, and safely handling high-voltage systems. 

Licensed professionals understand proper wire sizing, grounding requirements, and voltage drop calculations needed for safe installation. Most jurisdictions require permits and inspections that only certified professionals can obtain. The safety risks and potential for property damage make this project inappropriate for DIY attempts.

Overhead installations are less expensive than underground options. For a 1000-foot run, overhead service costs between $8,000 and $15,000, while underground service ranges from $10,000 to $25,000. 

Overhead lines require less labor and fewer materials since they don't need trenching or conduit. However, underground lines offer better protection from weather events and aesthetic benefits. Your decision should balance your budget constraints with long-term reliability and visual preferences.

You might need to upgrade your electrical panel depending on your power requirements. If your existing panel cannot handle the additional load from the extended service, upgrading to a 200-amp service (costing $750 to $2,000) may be necessary. 

A licensed electrician can evaluate your current system and determine if an upgrade is required. Factors include what you'll be powering at the end of the line, existing electrical demand, and whether voltage drop over the distance will affect performance.

Running electric service from the road to a house requires electrical permits from your local building department, costing between $500 and $2,000 depending on your location. You may also need excavation permits for trenching work if installing an underground service. Your utility company will have its own application process for connecting to its grid. A licensed electrical contractor can handle all the necessary permit applications as part of their service, ensuring your installation meets all local code requirements.

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