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Avatar for RaLo Enterprise LLC
RaLo Enterprise LLC
4.7(
209
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John came in and hooked up the wires, added switches for the recessed lights in the kitchen. He even prewired for an island hood vent... another project of mine later down the road. He did the work quickly and cleaned up well. I would use them again for another electrical projects in the near future."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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S & S Electric LLC
4.8(
125
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Called and made appointment. Steve and Dave arrived within the 2 hour window. I was not sure if the fans needed replacing or just the thermostat. They went right to work, diagnosed the problem, explained what was needed and replaced the thermostat. When asked if anything else was needed, I asked them to wire the smoke detector and check the GFI which also needed replacing. Both Steve and Dave were very pleasant, honest and efficient. The cost was reasonable and I will use their service again."
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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Hands on Electric
5.0(
11
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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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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AMEW Electrical Services
4.8(
86
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"10/10 recommend. I hired him to move a light fixture to the center of my office and he changed the fixture. He walked me through everything as he was working. We ran into some minor hiccups but was able to solve it. He explained different scenarios when moving my light fixture to the center of the room and even encouraged me to do some research on some things. I plan to hire him again for future 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
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Beltway Electric Services llc
4.5(
32
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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 time9 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Powerworks LLC
4.7(
56
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am pleased with the service I received from Belvin and Intidy. The cost of the project was within my budget. They were professional and answered all of my questions regarding the electrical upgrade. I appreciate a company that value their customers and clean up after the project is completed. will definitely use them again."
22KW generator
200amp Panel upgrade
recessed lighting
EV charger installation
EV charger installation

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J A Electric LLC.
4.9(
43
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Serving Cheltenham, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, JA Electric arrived at the schedule time, kept me informed of progress during the project, cleaned up area, personally walked me through the finish job, and tested each outlet and GFI. I am very satisfied with the job and with JA Electric services"
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+25

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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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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