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Avatar for M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
4.7(
194
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great guys to work with. On time, neat and had all parts needed. Explained what was wrong, what they were going to do, went ahead with the work. No mess no fuss. Will use them in the future for all electrical problems."
Lighting Insallation
Plan 604
M.R. Stoner Electric Staff
Plan 600
Light Installation

+25

Response time10 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Zar Electric
4.8(
25
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service. The AC folks were not ready for the Electrician, even though the Electrician showed up right on time. So Zar asked if I wanted them to wait or if they could come back after running off to do another job. I let them go and showed back up 2.5 hours later and did exactly what they needed to do. They were very quick with the installation and didn't disrupt any power to the rest of the house. Also their attention to detail and where to run the conduit was above any electrician I had ever hired."
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Electric Solution
4.7(
8
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Small project but they were the first ones to reach out and respond with what I felt was a reasonable quote. The technicians showed up. The only downside and it’s nothing I was told I would receive a text or a phone call before they showed up and I did not. They just came. They still get five stars."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
735
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"A thorough diagnostic evaluation of the problem was conducted to locate the cause of the problem. Once located by the electrician (Jerry from Streamline Plumbing and Electric) it was promptly corrected. It turns out that the original wiring for the home was poorly installed, however, Jerry was able to fix it in a couple of hours. We have used Streamline previously and they have always and continue to be very professional and competent in every aspect. Jerry is patient in listing to his customers and very good in communicating both the problem and the resolution for correcting it. We highly recommend him and the services of the company. P. Murdock"
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+2

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
679
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn't have asked for better service. Issue ID'd and fixed in about 45 seconds flat. Load/line wired wrong. After fixing, secured GFCI and two affected outlets, and then gave a quick block of instruction on the issue. OUTSTANDING! Then, on top of that, I had used a coupon for 2 hours labor for $149.00 so they called the office and got that cut just about in half to what I figure was simply a service call fee. Advised on a washing machine wiring hookup as well which I was able to do myself cuz it was pretty cut and dry. Their knowledge of residential electric and residential CODE was just what we needed. HIGHLY recommend."
cooling
 heating
 air conditioning
 air conditioning
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
239 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.
4.5(
383
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1951

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Rob Hunt is the complete professional... we were actually sorry to see him go! He was here for our annual electrical review and possible upgrade; but largely because we have been with Blanton's for several years, we were already good to go. Rob took as much time as we needed to answer questions and explain his recommendations for the future, to include projected costs. His inspection was thorough, and he explained everything he was doing and why. We could not have been happier with the service he rendered us... we should all do our jobs as well as Rob Hunt does his!"
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Power Line Install

+2

Response time6 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Chapel Hill, NC

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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