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OBXtroniX, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Helped us with a huge electrical panel project at Carolina Village. Fixed the huge mess that a fly by night meth head electrician did. Would 100% hire him again"
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Architectural in-ceiling atmos speakers

+9

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Eastern Electric of The OBX
4.9(
4
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The gentleman that was sent to my home I would recommend him to any of my family and friends his name is Joe he was very Professional and honest about his work if he canâ t fix it he will tell you upfront and he was polite and courteous he let me know every step of the way of what he was doing or what he needed to do with your permission before he damaged anything if you need it to Angie you have a real gym on your hands"
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"We've got American Home Shield. So that kinda varies but united air temp has done some work for us. Probably a couple years ago, I think so. I think its two years ago. They did work on our air conditioning. Well you know with American Home Shield you only pay $75.00. You sign up for a year , its like something you subscribe to.  You call and contact American Home Shield and they have somebody contact you whose in line with their services and agrees to work with them. You pay $75.00 and if its not done correctly for each visit but if they come back twice you don't pay again. Its like 400 and something a year. Its fabulous, its fabulous. If you need plumbing , H VAC, lighting, its amazing. Its worth every dime. And if they can't fix it they replace it at no charge unless you want to upgrade There are some different companies but even when we refinanced our house they had us, no we bought another house in Winchester for our son. And they made us have it in with our policy and they use American Home shield. its fabulous and you don't have to do the searching or anything, If you aren't happy you just tell American Home shield. One time United Air Temp tried to talk us into , they did some plumbing work too, and they were going try to talk us into replacing it with a cheap model. That isn't American Home Shield policy its with the same thing or you can pay to upgrade. Pay the balance of an upgrade. We use it all the time. When my son has issues with his house I tell him just call American Home Shield. They guarantee they will be out within 72 hrs but its usually within 24 hours. We contacted them last week about my son's air conditioning. They came out right away, they had to order something. They had to come back out and they did last Wednesday and they fixed it."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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5 Star Home Innovations
4.8(
4
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Experienced, professional team who pride themselves in completing their work in a timely manner at a competitive price. From small renovations to large scale remodels, we offer a free estimate and provide flexible payment terms for our customers.

Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Attic area being converted into Frog room, gutted to studs, new sheetrock, texture paint
Old kitchen format
Old stairs, unsafe planks

+59

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JT's Painting, Repair, & Restorations
5.0(
3
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

We are a company that focuses on bringing quality work and craftsmanship back into the minds of people when they think of a handyman. Our motto is to bring you the quality that you've been missing. And we aim to do that with every job.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Jason Griffin Electric
5.0(
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Jason Griffin Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Elizabeth City, 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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