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Evans Cable Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Milt is a customer oriented professional. He did an outstanding job in walking me through decision analysis on whether to repair, replace in kind or replace with a tankless water heater. We decided to go with tankless with a pay back period analysis and competitively choose between Lowe’s and Home Depot. He carried out the procurement and installation of the new tankless water heater with high quality. Thanks for job well done."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dr. Electric and Home Repair
5.0(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RJC ELECTRIC
3.7(
3
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"RJC is the only electricians that we use as he has done multiple jobs at our home and business with safety first, quality work ! Weâ ve called them in emergency conditions gave us instructions for our safety and arrived within an hour. Weâ ve had major problems with massive floods X 4 in our 18 yrs of current home, all utilities are in basement so extensive electrical work furnace, panel, well pump, bladder, hot water tank, new wiring etc.. Installed new wiring for appliances, lighting, pool and many updates including 2nd panel. I lost a 2 mobile homes to fire and deemed to be electrical so I was very fearful ! I have not been since RJC has been a blessing as he physically shows and fully explains the importance of whatâ s needed and why and what the plan is. We have complete trust and confidence as RJC Electric that we and our home /property is safe ! Heâ s the best all around for 18+ years for us."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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M.O.O.S.E Pro Services
4.8(
6
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

M.O.O.S.E Pro Services is locally owned and operated out of the Elmira, NY area. I pride myself on being detail oriented, professional, reliable, and most importantly affordable! If you have any issues with your appliances in home don't hesitate to reach out! \n\nCall us or click for an estimate today!\n\nElectrical, Home Appliance repair, Furniture assembly, Landscape, TV mounting, Window cleaning, All handy needs etc.

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+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"They're pretty good. I think overall they're good, I'm happy I have it. They can be problematic, that's if you don't know your contract and what's covered or not. It's fine. I like it. I like American Home Shield. They don't really vary in cost. They do respond to you. They send really decent referrals and you really don't have to do too much. They have different plans, so it's up to the person to find the plan and know what they are getting. When you call they suggest you go online. So when you go online and it does not turn out what they say, then they say you should have called. It's just a circular thing. When you put a claim in online, it only gives you a category and no opportunity for details and that's a problem. All my electrical smoke alarms went off in the middle of the night. It was horrible, I had to get up on a ladder at 2:00 am in the morning and pull out wires in the ceiling. To me it was an electrical issue, but they dismissed it. Because I couldn't tell them that in the service request, I just put electrical and it was a big problem. They're website needs to have a note, a comment. It would be great instead of a category to add some comments. They don't have that."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Building Better Household Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Corning, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Building Better Household Solutions is a do-it-all service provider who helps their costumers with a wide range of repairs. We can work for both residential clients and commercial ones. We will complete a variety of maintenance and repairs, such as plumbing problems, clean or remodel shared spaces, paint, drywall, flooring , carpentry, fix lighting issues, repair electrical problems, and more. Ultimately, it’s my job to help out with whatever repair and maintenance tasks that you might be dealing with.

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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Corning, NY

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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