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Avatar for Service Electric Northwest, Inc.
Service Electric Northwest, Inc.
4.6(
132
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with this electrician. They did an excellent job ? professional, skilled, and truly great to work with. I highly recommend them for any electrical needs."
Response time4 hrs
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Wilson River Electric
5.0(
32
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike did a fantastic job upgrading my electrical panel to Leviton Smart Load Center which also is a fantastic product but not many people know how to make it work. I am glad HomeAdvisor matched my project with Mike of Wilson River Electric."
Auto Transfer Switch
20 KW Generator
100 Amp Panel Change
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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One Stop Electric LLC
5.0(
34
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, respectful, and efficient. I needed a light replaced and wired. He came in and got everything hooked up and working in no time. I will be definitely calling One Stop Electric again for my electrical needs!"
Kitchen Remodel
Response time10 mins
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Paragon Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend Paragon Electric. Clint, the owner, was very responsive with calls and texts prior to the service call, and was thorough and knowledgeable. He explained his analysis of the electrical problem beautifully, answered questions and utilized his time well within the service call period, which included a run to a local store for an atypical breaker. Thanks Clint!"
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unity Electrical Service
5.0(
7
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian did excellent work on my somewhat challenging EV home charger installation. Brian /Unity will certainly be at the top of my list for my next electrical project. Also kudos for the office staff: they were very friendly and helpful."
East Side Facing Array - Silfab Elite Panels
Completed Solar Array!
East Side Facing Solar Array - Silfab Elite Panels
Expert Installation! Robert, one of our Solar Professionals at work!
Generac PWRcell Inverters & Battery Backup

+21

34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
Avatar for Brown Brothers Electric and Remodel
Brown Brothers Electric and Remodel
5.0(
15
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with the service we received for the installation of our EV charger. Timely, professional, courtesy, responsive, and tidy! We will be using Brown Bros if we have future electrical project needs. They are awesome!"
Transfer Switch installed with 10 circuits ready for the winter months
Panel had multiple double tap breakers and several failures.
Another clean and professional panel change
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JM3 Electrical and Construction
4.7(
6
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Terrific value

"We are renovating a former rental, and while replacing the electrical outlets and switches lost power to half the house.  We had used JM3 before and had a good experience, so we called late in the afternoon on a Thursday and made an appointment for 8:30 Monday morning. The technician rang the doorbell at 8:31. He quickly got to work checking all of the outlets and switches - whether we had changed them out or not. He madeaking corrections as he went. He even identified problems in places we hadn't worked on yet!
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Indigo Electric LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Buxton, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Indigo routed all the wiring and did our electricity for the new home we bought which was in need of a major upgrade. He was courteous and finished a hard job in a timely manner. He even left to get the parts he needed and came back same day to finish the job. Very happy with his service!"
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Buxton, OR

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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