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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 Clayton, 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
139 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CMC Electric
4.4(
563
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Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Friendly, fast and professional customer service. Our electrician, Martin Wall, as dispatched quickly. He installed fans, lights, and switches. We signed up to the CMC Electric annual electrical inspection program and added additional surge protection to the electrical panel of our newly built home. Martin is prompt, professional, courteous, efficient and informed us of what he was doing every step of the way. Following his work, a circuit grounding fault caused one circuit to shut-off. Martin came out on a Sunday to correct the problem. During electrical inspection he found that the electrical contractors of our new home had not grounded the electric panel, even though the Town of Cary NC had conducted multiple inspections. Had this gone undetected, my wife and I faced possible extensive damage to our electrical wiring or possible house fire. I took this matter up with our builders and their electrical contractor who installed a clamp and connected the panel to the garage rebar grid. Kudos to Martin and CMC Electric LLC! I cannot recommend them more highly!"
Generators
Generator Installation
Generator Sales
Exterior Lighting
Ceiling Fan Replacement

+12

Response time12 hrs
277 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Zar Electric
4.8(
25
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Serving Clayton, 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%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Onsite Electrical Services
5.0(
5
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Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Cary Govee Lights
Lighting
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
735
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Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I called about 10:00 AM to ask if the work could be done before Christmas (it's Dec. 18), and by 12:30 Greg was pulling up at my house. The work was done beautifully in a couple of hours. Greg was a consummate professional, wore booties whenever he was in the house, and cleaned up after the work was done. I will definitely call Streamline next time I need electrical work done. They also do plumbing and HVAC, though I didn't use those services today."
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+2

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
675
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Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with this company and they will handle all of my electrical projects from this day forward. I received a call from them within a half-hour of sending them a message requesting a quote. The electricians Tony and Justin explained everything they did. I recommend this company without reservations, if you are in need of someone to do an electrical project give them a call, you will be glad you did. Wilbert Stokes."
cooling
 heating
 air conditioning
 air conditioning
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
192 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
7
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Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E-A1 PROS LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Clayton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"E-A1 Pros did an excellent job with the installation of my pendent lights. They were professional when reaching out and provided confirmation of appointment. The technician was on time and very experienced. He ensured that I was happy with the lights while he was in the process so that he could adjust as needed. He even offered to take out the boxes, but I told it was not needed. I would definitely use them again for future projects!"
EV Charger
EV Charger
EV Charger
Panel Replacement
Panel Replacement

+14

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Clayton, 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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