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Avatar for Jason H. Pope Electrical Contractors, LLC
Jason H. Pope Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
333
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electrician who performed my electrical repair work was prompt, professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Excellent service from job estimate to job completion. I have no problem with recommend Jason H Pope Electrical Contractors for any new or unforeseen electrical repair work."
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical

+32

Response time3 hrs
156 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
4.7(
194
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was too worried, but my father-in-law & husband weren’t very happy about a hole at the top of our new electrical panel not being covered or filled in. I’m not worried because we plan to upgrade the kitchen & bathroom & figures it could be filled in after those 2 room were completed & all circuits were added instead of having to tear up the wall & costing money later just to add the circuits"
Lighting Insallation
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M.R. Stoner Electric Staff
Plan 600
Light Installation

+25

Response time5 hrs
163 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CMC Electric
4.4(
563
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis was very capable and friendly. He wore a mask, booties to protect interior floors, and even put a carpet under his truck to protect the driveway from any fluid leaks. I showed him the three problems I had and he was able to quickly diagnose and repair all three including the replacement of a faulty GFCI component and locating the switch that controlled the outdoor security light. Afterwards he checked the main circuit breaker panel and made a couple of corrections, tested all of the GFCI circuits in the house and checked the smoke and CO2 detectors. I will definitely contact CMC Electric the next time I need electrical repairs or installations - and I'll be sure to ask for Luis!"
Generators
Generator Installation
Generator Sales
Exterior Lighting
Ceiling Fan Replacement

+12

Response time12 hrs
300 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Zar Electric
4.8(
25
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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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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with the job done by Streamline Electric and Plumbing. We needed to check our electric system in the house and contacted Streamline for this purpose. Setting up the appointment was easy. Their technicians are very knowledgeable and professional."
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
675
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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
181 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
7
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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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Recommended by28%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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