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Nasr Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nasr is wonderful! His guys did a great job with the panel which was old and as it turned out, replaced just in the nick of time as there were melted parts inside that could have started a fire! The wrong surge protector was installed so Nasr came back to put in the correct one. He is very friendly, communicative and easy to work with and does high quality work. I'm very happy with my new electrical panel."
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+19

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ahmad Electrical Service
5.0(
61
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ahmad is a talented electrician with a keen eye for safety and electrical code. He identified and fixed many “good enough” wiring from past contractors, took the time to explain the challenges, and gave me options to resolve it. I am satisfied with his work and would hire him again."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CoreTrade Electric Company
4.9(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CoreTrade Electric is the best!! They arrived on time and replaced an outdoor outlet. Very professional and knowledgeable technician. Pricing was very reasonable. Will definitely call them again for any electrical needs!!"
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Atlas Electrical Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"Youssef did a great job in rewiring all the areas that needed to be upgraded. I would recommend him anytime if You have some electric work to be done."
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+3

Response time5 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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A Plus Electric
4.8(
121
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work wasn't an electric wiring upgrade. There were no choices that matched what was done. I needed heating cables removed from a circuit breaker. I was originally quoted $150, but since I didn't need them to change the actual circuit breaker, the cost was only $100. That's less than service under my home warrantee!"
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+98

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cody Malone Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve had come to assess another electrical issue in our home. At that time, we also discussed the panel replacement with him. Steve and Julie worked with us and were very considerate of our holiday schedule. They answered all our questions, and emails were answered immediately. Steve explained what would be involved, and gave us a very reasonable estimate. Steve came on time, worked carefully and efficiently, and finished the installation within the estimated time he'd given us. He also cleaned up well afterward. We are very impressed with Julie and Steve's professionalism. We would definitely hire them again, and would recommend them to others."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Varco Electric
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fabulous job and I would recommend them to anyone!! The crew was professional and definitely knew what they were doing. Even from the beginning when I was looking to upgrade my old electric panel, they showed me different options and didn’t try to sell me anything I didn’t need. 10 out of 10 would highly recommend!"
Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Omnicom CR Enterprises LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing and Awesome Company. They did an awesome job. Juan, Jose and Walter were very attention to detail and professional. They respected my home and made sure to cleanup after the install. I have hired electrician before but Omnicom exceeded my expectations. This company is very honest and the prices are very competitive. I will definitely hire them for all my electrical work going forward. I will highly recommend this company to everyone."
Panel and Lighting Bundle
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+12

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Appleton Campbell
4.6(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

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Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with the customer service I received from Appleton Campbell.  The technician that was sent to my house (Michael) arrived on time and spent a lot of time with me going over the various options for my 80 gallon electric water heater replacement.  Michael also took the time to test my well water for me (At no charge) and brought it to my attention that my water was very acidic and that my neutralizer tank was not working properly.  I plan to call Michael back in the next few weeks to have them service my neutralizer tank.
Unfortunately as of April 2015 they are no longer making 80 Gallon water heaters so I was  unable to use this company for the installation.  Michael did provide me with other alternatives to an 80 Gallon tank but the new Hybrid systems are out of my budget and a 50 gallon water heater will not cut it for the size of my house. 
Michael and Appleton Campbell have been added to "My Favorites" on Angie's List and plan on using them in the future for other services/projects.
Make sure to request Michael as your Tech!
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+1

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jireh Electric, Inc.
4.7(
178
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We had a new electric panel put in, multiple ceiling fans and some other wires run in the house. Everyone was very nice and professional. Their timeline and price was accurate and fast. All permits and inspection work was scheduled by them and done quickly! I can't say enough good things and any future electric work will be done by them."
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+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Gainesville, VA

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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