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Capital District Electric
4.9(
155
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My wife and I couldn’t be happier with our decision to hire Capital District Electric, and we can’t say enough good things about the owner, Eric Smith. We needed our dangerous Federal Pacific electrical panel replaced (search it). Through Angie's List, we contacted several contractors. Eric was the first to reply and the first to come over to give us an estimate. (One didn’t even bother to tell us they weren’t interested in the work.) We liked Eric right away. He’s professional, polite, and personable. He knows his trade and is very good at it. He was here when he said he would be and gone when he said would be, the place left absolutely clean. His work and work ethic are impeccable. I wish I took before and after photos of the two panels. The original one looked like a square bowl of spaghetti, with twisted wires sticking out the top, sides, and bottom. The new one is perfect with all the wires neatly entering the top. It was nice to deal with the owner of the company, rather than someone who’s just doing a job. It would be a big mistake to make a decision about Capital District Electric and Eric based on the two lowest ratings on this site. Obviously they didn’t have work done, and one doesn’t appear to apply to this contractor. They should be taken down. And No, we’re not related to Eric."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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John Betlem Heating & Cooling Inc - Electrical
4.7(
157
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

John Betlem Heating & Cooling is a 3rd generation company founded in 1941. They provide Residential HVAC, Electrical and Insulation Services to Rochester, NY and the surrounding towns. John?s slogan that still holds true today is to do ?whatever it takes? to satisfy customers.\n\nJohn Betlem is a premier family operated solutions provider, passionately committed to the health, safety, and comfort for all they serve.

34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
4.5(
643
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric was founded over 25 years ago to provide friendly, efficient service to residents and businesses across Buffalo and Western New York. The largest family-owned and operated business in WNY that understands the challenge and frustrations that can occur with plumbing, HVAC, and electrical emergencies. Community voted the # 1 company in 716 and available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Our day one focus has never changed: 100% customer satisfaction. We take the time, every time, to ensure our customers are left happy and satisfied with not only the quality of our work, but with the entire T-Mark experience.

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
46
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken went to work quickly, replacing the meter box and stub cable, making the small modifications in the panel.  He re- fastened the loose wires,including the telephone and CATV wires and drop lines, making for a neat arrangement on the siding, and saving me from having to contact the phone company to have them come and make repairs.  While he was completing his work he contacted the power company to come and restore power to the house thereby minimizing my outage.  He also made arrangements  for the inspection required when such cables are replaced.

Ken was very professional, advising me of the work that was required, and what was suggested, making sure that I understood what follow-up was necessary with the inspection.  It was a pleasure dealing with KWD, who made every effort to minimize my service outage.
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Astar Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.8(
138
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After an extensive process of having different contractors evaluate my home & submit their estimates for the installation of a Bosch tankless boiler/water heater combination unit as well as new baseboard heating, I selected AStar Heating & Cooling. Their staff impressed me from start to finish. Initially, I met Aaron who provided a thorough explanation of how the work would be done, offered other options that I did not know of or considered at the time, and provided a fair estimate that was similar to most of the other contractors. Next, when the time came for the projects to be completed, the technicians, Robert & Trevor, were on point. They always arrived in a timely manner & started working right away. They worked efficiently & quickly to get the projects done in the time frame promised. However, they did not rush, they took pride in their work & made every effort to make sure the work was completed neatly & done properly, as they thoroughly tested out the systems to make sure their were no issues/problems in their setup & performance. They also thoroughly answered my questions about the installation of the new systems as they went about their work. At the end of each workday, they made sure to clean up the job site & were very mindful in not dirtying my new floors by wearing plastic booties whenever they had to walk over them. The Bosch tankless water heater/boiler combination unit has been working without a hitch. I barely notice the difference in the time lag of receiving hot water in comparison to the old 40 gallon tank water heater I previously used. Overall, I highly recommend AStar Heating & Cooling. High quality work done high quality professionals. All of them put my mind at ease on what was a very necessary home improvement project."
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24 Hours Electric Service
4.3(
26
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great Quality – Highly Recommend! I’m extremely satisfied with this electrician. He arrived on time and was very professional. The quality exceeded my expectations, and he works quick and reliable. For the price, it’s definitely a great value. I would absolutely hire this pro again and recommend him to anyone considering electrical needs."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
2 W's Plumbing
4.4(
75
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband dealt with 2 W's...He said they arrived early (nice!) and did the job- replacing an anode rod- quickly and efficiently. The electrician that came with him was able to complete that work as well as additional jobs that we had- installing a florescent fixture and adding outlets in several locations.. Overall we are pleased and would recommend 2 W's to others."
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+27

Recommended by96%of homeowners
Principio Electric
5.0(
4
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Dresden, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

"Principio Electirc was the BEST service/home repair business that we have ever dealt with! They were exceedingly prompt to respond, very knowledgable, professional, thorough, easy to interact with, and complete. Two other recommended electric businesses had unsuccessfully attempted repairs on our particluar problem before Principio. Principio correctly diagnosed, repaired, and monitored our electrical problem in record time for minimal cost. I will choose them again without hesitation not only for the quality of their work, but also for the kind of people they employ! (This is totally honest since Service Magic was my only link to them!)"
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Dresden, 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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