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Payne Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
75
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not have been more pleased with Payne Electrical! From the scheduling to the installation, everyone I worked with was incredibly professional and made the whole process easy. I had two ceiling fans and a light fixture installed. The two electricians that came to my house were prompt and incredibly courteous, and very thorough in their work. They were also super kind about my small dog that wanted to keep barking at them... I would highly suggest this company to anyone in the metro Boston area, and will definitely be calling them for any future electrical needs!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Baldridge Electric Inc
4.9(
40
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I was really impressed with Josh from Baldrige Electric and I have background and experience in the trades myself. Josh was extremely reliable, always responding to my communications quickly and clearly. He works efficiently with no wasted time and the quality of his work was great. His bill put a smile on my face, I highly recommend Baldridge Electric, great value, great service."
New Home Electric
Service Entrance
Full Home Wiring
Modern Farmhouse
LED & Recessed Trim

+11

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Wired For Creation
5.0(
6
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A very skilled electrician! He communicated well and came to check out the job quickly. He had extensive experience with electrical work and was able to quickly fix a problem I had with my 100 year old wiring. He did it quickly and cleaned up the space after. Very professional! I will definitely be reaching out to Matt in the future with any electrical needs."
Response time12 hrs
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Origin Energy, LLC
4.6(
11
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired this company to do electrical run from my house to my shed. I was so impressed with their work and then reasonable price for the work they did. I had another problem with electric in my kitchen. I called them to come and fix it which they did in a short amount of time for a reasonable price. I would call them anytime."
Completed system
First half of panels
First half progress
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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IGM Electric
4.8(
30
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Serving Gorham, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wonderful personality and very helpful. Did over what I asked. The fee was a bit high for the electrical portion. I had a couple of wires cut and capped. That is what the actual job was. $175 I believe it was, was pretty steep!"
200 Amp Service
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Gorham, ME

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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