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All In Electric
4.8(
33
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Keith and the team at All In Electric are extremely professional and Keith is always fast to respond. When we first moved into our house, Keith came and talked through some of my plans for my living room to remove a ceiling fan, install some recessed lighting, install an outlet in the ceiling for the projector, pull through an HDMI cable from the projector to the entertainment center, and add an additional switch to separate out the lights on my staircase from the lights in my living room (a recommendation that I hadn't even thought of but Keith recommended and I'm glad he did!). When I was getting this job quoted out, some of the others who I had called either just gave me numbers over the phone or didn't even prepare a quote, and this was before Covid. While this wasn't a huge job, it spoke a lot about Keith's professionalism and the quality I could expect from him and his team. Fast-forward to the last couple of days and I had purchased a video doorbell knowing that I had issues with my doorbell since we moved in, but we didn't really mind not having the doorbell ring. I tried several things myself and was at an impasse, so I reached out to Keith to see if I could get someone from his team out to take a look, give me a quote, and/or fix this issue. Upon telling Keith of the issue, he mentioned that it sounded like the transformer had gone bad. I let him know that I had actually just replaced that transformer and he was very prompt to respond and even mentioned a few other things that it could be, as not all doorbell wiring is the same. Based on what he mentioned, I was able to determine that it was in fact the chime that had gone bad and the power was not making it to the front door button because the chime had gone bad. Needless to say, I 100% recommend Keith and his team for any of your electrical needs and I will continue to call Keith for all of mine."
(2) Automatic Transfer Switches next to the (2) main electrical panels.
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Whole House Standby Generator System

+51

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Able Electrical Services Inc
4.9(
468
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything about Able Electrical Services service was superb! I was in a jam, and Able Electrical Services came to the rescue. Both of the mechanics that assisted were excellent. Russell Ridgway was the primary mechanic and he was amazing! His work is superior and he exceeded my expectations every step of the way. For example, I needed electrical outlets to connect install a wet bar. He measured the wet bar and installed the outlets exactly where they were needed and ensured sufficient power was added to accommodate a kegerator and mini-frigs. I highly recommend Able Electrical Services and hope I never need to use any other electrician."
Kitchen Lighting
Modem Home
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Clinton Electric Co Inc
4.6(
173
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an excellent experience with Clinton Electric Co. overall and the electrician they sent, Eric Shipley. Communications before the visit were prompt, professional, and geared toward promoting confidence. Electrician was also courteous and professional throughout the visit, provided excellent communications as to expected costs and the diagnostic he was performing, and performed the work quickly and efficiently (tested the wiring, replaced electrical outlets, installed new circuit breaker, and tested to confirm all outlets and the dishwasher were working). Provided email with invoice before leaving the visit. Company communications practices geared toward safety and inspired confidence - dispatcher provided name of electrician before visit; company also texted and emailed photo of electrician prior to visit. Electrician wore mask and followed safe COVID-19 practices. I was very pleased and would use this company again, as well as highly recommend them."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Three Brothers Services, LLC
4.9(
64
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I didn't hire this company because Mr Saul informed me all I would need is a $4 electrical part form HomeDepot rather then have expense work done that was not needed. Integrity and professionalism, Wow! I will be hiring him in the near future."
Tesla Wall Connector
Tesla Wall Connector
200amps Heavy Up
Hot Tub Wiring Installation
Hot Tub

+2

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
C T Smith Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
309
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Todd, the owner took my call and gave me a quote to install recessed lights and track lights and switchs. He was very thorough, professional courteous. He gave me a very reasonable quote on my first call and set up a convenient time for installation..He gave me a reminder call the day before and a few minutes before arriving his staff arrived. The electricians were very professional and put down protective measures to keep the area clean, They minimized the area that had to be cut in the wall to do the wiring for the 3 new Recessed Lights and Switches. They covered the work area with plastic and cleaned up after the job. I highly recommend this C.T. Smith Electrical Services, LLC for timely, quality, electrical work. I am a happy satisfied customer and give them a five-star rating and recommendation."
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Green's Electric
5.0(
17
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had an electrical issue in my bedroom and contacted Green's Electric and Plumbing. I was impressed by their prompt response and professionalism. They quickly diagnosed the problem and efficiently resolved it, ensuring the safety of my home. Their expertise and attention to detail were evident throughout the process. I highly recommend Green's Electric and Plumbing for any electrical needs. Thank you for the outstanding service!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical Connections, LLC
4.3(
43
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had a wonderful experience with Electrical Connections. My project ended up being much larger than I anticipated it would be and they were excellent at explaining everything and helping me understand what needed to be done. Customer service was top notch and clearly a priority for everyone I talked to from the scheduler to the owner of the company. Brian was excellent and stayed until the job was done even though it made an extra long day for him. Highly recommended!"
Electrical connections
Electrical connections
Electrical connections
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Electrical connections

+42

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Ellicott City, MD

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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