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Avatar for Brandon Phillips Electric
Brandon Phillips Electric
5.0(
76
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Brandon to install some appliance outlets. He was prompt, systematic, prepared, and transparent. Very professional in his interactions. Will hire again if we need more work done."
Avalon Saugus
200 amp service
Milton house renovation
Liberty Tree Mall
Avalon parking lot

+27

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carmen Colella Electric
4.8(
53
)

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carmen and his staff have performed every electrical job in my home: Everything from upgrading my service to converting to a 2-family. Heâ s installed lighting, upgraded outlets and fixed numerous issues in my old home. Professional. Punctual. Affordable. Highly recommend for any electrical needs."
Response time5 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ryan Silvia
3.8(
17
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan Sivia upgraded and replaced our electrical box,outside electric meter, and wiring into our home. He also installed an electric outlet and light. Mr Salvia is polite and professional. We would higihly recommend him as an electrician."
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Smart thermostat upgrade

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
GMB ELECTRICAL SERVICE, INC
5.0(
27
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!....George promptly came over our house to look over the electrical job to give us an estimate. Later, (that same evening) he emailed a written estimate for us to look over and sign in order to schedule our job asap. The job was scheduled quickly (within days) and the install went very smoothly. The small cut-outs in the sheetrock they needed to remove for wiring the outlets were very cleanly cut and repaired with care. Our TV looks great and the electricians were very pleasant and professional. They even had patience with our kids and two dogs in our busy home! We will use them again in a few weeks for electrical work at our family business. :)"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for HICO Lawn and Lock
HICO Lawn and Lock
4.7(
14
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Chris and his team did a great job installing an irrigation system at my home. He and his team were professional, on time, and on budget. He was very responsive and there were no surprises. I would definitely work with Chris again and I highly recommend."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Green Valley Landscaping & Masonry
5.0(
9
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Could not ask for more from Omar and his crew. The work they’ve done and continue to do has been perfect. This includes a new patio, a natural stone retaining wall and a walkway with granite steps. Incredibly professional, responsive, and helpful and will be using them for all of our landscaping/masonry needs in the future."
Walkway with retainer wall
Walkway with retainer wall
Walkway with retainer wall
Walkway with retainer wall
Walkway with retainer wall

+133

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trimarchi Electrical Contracting Services
4.9(
12
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Friendly and quality professional workers. Getting an initial appointment scheduled with them was a bit of game of phone tag, but once that was scheduled I had a good experience. Mike came by before providing an estimate, he clearly laid out what he wanted to do and I received the quote 2 days later. They clearly answered my questions before scheduling the work. I had them change all outlets and lights on my 3rd floor which included adding new wire and breakers to my box on the 1st floor. They completed the work for 6 outlets, 6 lights and a new breaker/wire in 3 mornings. They created way less holes in my walls than I was expecting, all holes were very clean cut and easy to patch. Things were dusty from cutting drywall but overall everything was left very clean above my expectations. I did have to call them back to get info about quote/schedule/invoice every time. But the people on the phone were friendly and also responsive in their follow up."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Malvern Furusa Electrician
4.2(
270
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came out within a week to install new outlets in order to mount 2 separate televisions and also replaced a ceiling light. George spent a few hours installing the new power and cable outlets while also running the wires out of sight. Completely satisfied by the work and price. Will recommend and use again."
company trucks
 upgrade
 14 circuits transfere switch .
 upgrade
 transfer switch for generatorb

+10

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Mento Landscape & Paving Inc
Mento Landscape & Paving Inc
4.1(
86
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Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the 2nd property I have hired Mento replace my patio. They were half the price of their competitors. Jason’s vision for patio paver/walkway placement, gravel and hydro seed was on point. Now I have a lush lawn and an entertainment space I love. Work was complete in one day, staff was friendly and professional."
Patio and stairs
Pool area
Pool Area with Large Wall
Entire patio
Pool, wall, lighting

+53

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Charlestown, MA

Permit requirements for outdoor lighting vary depending on your location and project scope. Simple fixture replacements don't require permits, but projects involving new electrical circuits, extensive trenching, or significant system expansions often do. Local building departments establish these requirements, and many professional electricians handle permit applications as part of their service package.

The timeline for outdoor lighting installation varies based on project complexity. Basic systems might require only one to two days for complete installation, while extensive lighting networks with numerous fixtures and complex wiring needs could extend to a week or longer. Weather conditions, property accessibility, and soil characteristics can all influence how quickly professionals can complete your installation.

Outdoor lighting offers both practical and aesthetic benefits that many homeowners find valuable. Beyond enhancing nighttime visibility and security, well-designed lighting can highlight architectural features and extend outdoor living hours. While installation represents a significant investment, quality lighting may potentially increase property appeal and could contribute to overall home value.

Some outdoor lighting projects are suitable for homeowner installation, particularly simple solar fixtures or low-voltage systems that plug into existing outlets. However, projects requiring new electrical connections, permanent wiring, or integration with home electrical systems demand professional expertise. Electrical work carries inherent safety risks, and improper installation could create fire hazards or code violations.

The operating cost for outdoor lighting depends primarily on your fixture types, bulb selection, and usage patterns. Energy-efficient LED fixtures consume significantly less electricity than traditional incandescent or halogen alternatives. Controlling your lighting with timers, photocells, or motion sensors can further reduce energy usage by ensuring lights operate only when needed or beneficial.

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