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Avatar for T.M.A. Electric
T.M.A. Electric
4.5(
59
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Serving Columbus, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The two young men that set a switch to connect a portable generator to my electrical panel did a super job....more than was I expected. They were professional, efficient and best of all they cleaned the metals shaving around the work site. I would highly recommend T.M.A. Electric."
Home Standby Power with Geo-Therm heat  (Cummins)
Cummins 25 kw
Generac 2 meter install
Transfer switch after completed
Adding a 200 Amp Automatic Transfer Switch

+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Dependable Power
5.0(
8
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Serving Columbus, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"After 2 months of getting bids for a semi large electrical project, we reached Joshua through a referral from one of our friends that owns a restaurant. Josh came the following day and did an assessment and gave us a different approach to solving the issues we had with electrical corrections needed to pass inspection. What I really liked about Joshua was that his code knowledge was immense and he backed his estimate with real code knowledge. Yesterday we passed our inspection with flying colors. We are very grateful for the knowledge and responsiveness of dependable power, and will be referring them going forward to anyone in need of electrical help."
Batteries
GLO System
Sense Systems
GLO Systems
Solar Panels

+16

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Luca Exteriors
4.8(
50
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Serving Columbus, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extreme Exteriors did an excellent job. Not only did they install an extensive system of quality gutterguards on my large home, they did it in a professional and complete manner. While they were on the roof they noticed several small issues and fixed them. We are extremely happy and satisfied with the quality of the product installed and the craftmanship of the application. We are very happy with the result and the obvious improvement to the equity of our home. They were personable and professional in their manner. Money well spent on such a fine upgrade, excellent work, and they finished the job in a timely manner. Very happy that trees will no longer grow in our 6" continuous aluminum gutters. :-)"
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+30

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Weatherstone Property Inspections LLC
4.9(
151
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Serving Columbus, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Cory was on time, professional, and more importantly incredibly thorough during my new home inspection. He did a great job of explaining what he found in each room. He also did a wonderful job explaining what things were small fixes and what items should be done immediately due to safety reasons or things that should be done to prevent further maintenance issues in the future. I received his report within 24 hours and it was incredibly easy to read. It also helped during negotiations with the seller since we could be so specific on what was found. I would absolutely hire Weatherstone Property Inspections and Cory again. Thanks again for your help Cory!"
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Brand New Construction LLC
4.5(
288
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Serving Columbus, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"WE CUT OUR GAS BILL IN HALF DOING RECOMMENDED UPGRADES. THEY DID A COMPREHENSIVE HOME AUDIT AND THEY GOT A REPORT FROM CONSUMERS SPECIFIC TO MY HOME. IT HAS MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LEVEL OF COMFORT OF THE HOUSE. NO MORE FREEZING COLD SPOTS. THE GUY THAT CAME OUT WAS EASY GOING AND VERY INFORMATIVE. WE GOT REBATES FROM CONSUMERS FOR DOING THE UPGRADES. THEY INSTALLED A WI FI THERMOSTAT WHICH WORKS WITH MY CELL PHONE SO THAT HAS BEEN FUN USING THAT FEATURE. OVER ALL "A" EXPERIENCE."
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+11

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Columbus, MI

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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