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Top-Rated Electrical wiring or panel upgrade pros in Cheltenham - Updated Nov 2026

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S & S Electric LLC
4.8(
125
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My home needed a new circuit panel. I wanted to find an electrician who was very familiar with construction style in my neighborhood, Hyattsville, MD. I posted a message on the local listserve and received a referral for S&S Electric. I contacted Steve and S&S and told him about my home's needs, and it's old construction style. He was very courteous and informative. He gave me a quick estimate and fair price. Steve and his crew completed the work in one day. I experienced no downtime in my home. He even installed a wifi switch for me free of charge. I would happily recommend S&S Electric to any local homeowner."
One of our service vans ready to take care of all your electrical needs.
We can even take care of your projects no matter how high.
Replacing a light on a pole at a medical office building.
This generator was installed on the side of a house.  The window had to be replaced to allow for the generator to be placed in this location.  The window was made to not open per code.
We installed this 14kW generator to power the whole house.  We used load shed modules to be able to save the customer money by using a smaller generator than would have been needed if we didn't use the load shed modules.

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Chesapeake Electric
4.7(
75
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Chesapeake electrical just finished replacing an outlet on our 32 year old home. They also inspected the whole electrical system and offered options to upgrade our house to current standards. The technician, Brian, was very experienced and fixed our problem right away. Too many Christmas lights, too much recent rain and trying to charge an electric car on a 110 line! They came out the day after we called, the scheduler, Jackie, was very personable and determined to get this ordeal over for us. Our immediate problem was not too complicated but I can see down the road we may need more substantial electric repairs and we will be calling Chesapeake electrical for what we need. I recommend everything about their operation. Last comment and probably the most important comments moment, the cost was very reasonable. For someone who almost never uses an electrician, we are glad we found Chesapeake electrical. John and Jane, Ellicott City"
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+5

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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J A Electric LLC.
4.9(
54
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had issues with 2 lights and circuit breaker in my home and JA Electrical were a godsend. I heard back from them within minutes of placing online quotes in my area. I was able to get a tech, Antonio, out to my home the same day. He worked ho*** ** getting my issue resolved and he succeeded. He's very professional, timely, and I would highly recommend him and the company to anyone having issues."
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+25

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Hands on Electric
5.0(
11
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On June 10, I had a company to install security equipment in my home. In doing so, the installer drilled through a wire and I did not have electricity in several outlets due to the damage. Since the company did not have an electrician on staff and was unable to refer me to anyone, I turned to Angie’s List for help in finding someone to correct the problem. I called Hands on Electric on June 11 and spoke to the owner, Kevin Williams. I explained my problem to Mr. Williams and he gave me a window of time in which he would be able to come out. Not only was he able to come out the same day that I called, but Mr. Williams was able to come much earlier than expected. Once he arrived he was able to trouble shoot and diagnose the problem. Mr. Williams was very, very friendly, professional and honest. He was able to answer my husband’s questions and explained what he was doing as he made the repairs. My husband was very happy about that and we were both impressed by the years of experience Mr. Williams had for his age. I have been looking for an electrician for a while now and have decided that I will be using Hands on Electric for all of my future projects. I was very pleased with the work that was done by Mr. Williams and will recommend him to my friends and family when they need of electrical services."
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AMEW Electrical Services
4.8(
86
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Arrived on time, very professional and completed taking down an old light fixture and hanging a new chandelier within 1 hour 30 mins. Would hire again for electrical work."
Traditional kitchen with medium stained wood cabinetry, light granite countertop, and black kitchen appliances
Existing chandelier
Existing chandelier
Traditional kitchen with granite countertop, tile backsplash, and medium stained wood cabinetry
15 light chandelier

+71

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Beltway Electric Services llc
4.5(
33
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got a bunch of quotes for an electrical panel upgrade, this was one of the cheaper ones. The work looks good and was done really quickly, communication was great, inspection was done quickly. I would definitely use them again."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Cheltenham, MD

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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