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Avatar for Hughes Electrical Innovative Current Specialists
Hughes Electrical Innovative Current Specialists
5.0(
975
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After getting a few estimates, I chose to go with Hughes Electrical with my above ground pool electric panel. William did fantastic work, he was very precise and thorough. He installed the panel, pool pump wiring and the pool frame bonding. I also received an extra convenience outlet by the control panel for anything else I needed plugged in! The inspection passed smoothly will no issues. I highly recommend this company, amazing job!"
LED Low-Voltage Deck Lighting with (2) pillar Light fixtures
Pool Table Lighting Fixture and T.V. Mounting Bracket
LED Low-Voltage Deck Lighting with (2) pillar Light fixtures
Pool Table Lighting Fixture and T.V. Mounting Bracket
LED Low-Voltage Deck Lighting with (2) pillar Light fixtures

+26

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Brandon Electric Inc
4.9(
1,504
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This Company is great. Brandon Electric, Inc.(215) 722-2988 They got back to me quick, next day estimate; work completed the very next week. Dom and Lou are the Techs who came out to update our electric wires and boxes. They are very professional, hard working and friendly. They cleaned up after and had respect for our property at all times. They also followed Covid restrictions in place in South Philly. Extremely pleased. we found them on Angie's List."
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
4" LED Recessed Lights
Under Cabinet Lighting
Commercial Fan

+61

Recommended by98%of homeowners
John Gambino Electric
4.8(
251
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hire this company! They replaced the knob and tube wiring in my house as well as other updates like adding overhead lights, outlets, smoke detectors, etc, basically everything to make the electric system and lighting in my house modern and safe. They were very thorough, efficient, and professional! Bill H. did the estimate. He explained things clearly and was very patient with a new homeowner with a lot of questions, The company was very easy to work with. Both Bill and John were very quick to respond by phone and email, and Bill called with regular updates as they were working on the house, and did several thorough walkthroughs to show me the progress. They even finished a day early and left everything very clean and well-patched! It was an expensive project, but they gave me the best price; because it was a big project, they offered much better prices on installing the lights, outlets, etc, than other companies I talked to (I got quotes from three companies). I very highly recommend them and would definitely hire them again!!"
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
4.7(
86
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was done by Mike Stapleford in the time and manner of a professional electrician with 30 years experience. He cleaned up after himself and was very pleasant. His charge was too low, and I increased the payment to amore reasonable amount. The following day, I gave his name and phone number at my company for use for future work there. I highly recommend Stapleford Electric."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric Of Lancaster County
4.8(
101
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our Electrician from Mr Electric in Denver PA was awesome. The scheduling was fast, and the electrician was very professional and friendly...he got right to work...worked around the existing furniture so I didnt have to move a bunch of things... and he got the fan hung beautifully despite the old house and a few challenges. I highly recommend them."
60 kW Briggs Generator Install
Ceiling Fan Install
Baseboard Heater Install
Full Electrical Wiring
Ceiling Fan Install

+28

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lights On Electric
5.0(
24
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Lights On Electric to run an underground line from the electric panel in my home to my new storage shed, 80 feet within the home and 100 feet buried conduit to the electric panel in the shed. This required a rental trencher and some difficult hand digging. The work was done in one day by Hank and Chris. They are able technicians and they did an excellent job. Hank and Chris are a pleasure to work with. I'm very happy with the results."
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation
5 Gang Meter Installation

+9

Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Longacre Electrical
5.0(
16
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was very professional and explained how he was going to do the work. He and Austin installed a 10000 BTU heater and outlets on my porch and did a great job with wiring the the outlets and heater. I would recommend hiring him."
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Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Summers Mobile Tech
5.0(
5
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

As a residential electrician you never know what you’re going to get into, that is why I love giving my customers a free estimate to help prepare them for the upgrade, repair, or new installation they’ve been thinking about. From panel upgrades just a simple dimmer switch installation, I bring a quality of work and up-to-code knowledge to help you improve your home.

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Christopher J. Kollar Electrical Contractor
4.8(
22
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Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Chris came out on short notice for an estimate. Knew when I met him he was the person to do the job. Replaced a difficult service panel project for a very affordable price. I was very impressed with Chris's professionalism and quality of work. Highly recommend using him for any electrical project."
200 Amp Panel Total Rewire
200 Amp Service Upgrade
Generator Installation
Underground Service
100 Amp Service

+16

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Downingtown, PA

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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