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Dead Electric LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We reached out to Dead Electric for a quote on adding an outdoor receptacle after receiving an outrageous quote from a large electric company. Steve was able to give a quote by phone for a fraction of the cost! Steve was incredibly prompt, professional, and did a phenomenal job! He was down to earth, kind, honest, and didn’t pull any gimmicks, upsells, or hidden fees like so many large companies do. The finished product is high quality and it’s been so nice to be able to have an outdoor outlet. I could not recommend Dead Electric enough and have told all of my friends to reach out to him if they need an electrician. We plan to rewire our house in the future and will contacting Steve for the job! I would give 10 stars if I could!!!"
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Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Stutts Corporation, Inc.
4.8(
135
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh looked at our kitchen electric wiring and identified the source of problems, fixed the problem and gave us very good advise. Josh is great and very knowledgeable. He is the best out there !"
Electrical Work
Electrical Work
Electrical Work
Electrical Work
Storage shed panel installation

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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APS Lighting and Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called APS about getting a standby generator for my home, and the whole experience was great from the start. They took the time to explain everything in a way that actually made sense and walked me through what to expect instead of just trying to sell me something. What really stood out to me was how thorough they were. They noticed my gas meter was undersized for what I already had and helped get that addressed with the utility company before it became a bigger issue. That?s the kind of thing most people probably wouldn?t even know to ask about. Their pricing was competitive, communication was easy, and everyone I dealt with was professional and knowledgeable. The 10-year warranty being included was a nice bonus too. Overall, I felt like they genuinely cared about doing the job right. I?d absolutely use APS again and would recommend them to anyone looking for electrical work or a home generator."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri-State Service Group
5.0(
2
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"They did absolutely incredible. We had multiple lights in our house that kept flickering intermittently and violently for a couple of weeks and my family and I were nervous about it. We got a very fair bid from Tri-State and went with them and trusted them in our home and boy I am glad we did. They did a hell of a job. Showed up and got the damn thing done. Thank you so much guys!!!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Christian Electric Service
5.0(
16
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Credit card accepted

"Christian Electric was first & only agency to respond. within half hour they responded. I had 1 project I forgot to get inquiry, no problem. both projects were completed within 20 hours handily with quality, expediency, professionalism,&courtesy. $ were within reasonable rates given overall service & comparative to competition."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elkins Electrical Services & Contracting, LLC
4.7(
18
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Elkins for a panel refresh to make sure everything was labeled & wired correctly. During this they discovered that my outside main was in dire need of an update due to extreme rust & out of date equipment. We had just purchased this house & this was not discovered during inspection. Elkins worked hard to make sure everything was updated & in excellent condition! The guys that came out were super polite, funny, & explained everything every step of the way. They made sure that everything was cleaned up before they left. They even called later to make sure everything was working & I wasn't having any problems. I will definitely be recommending Elkins to anyone who needs work done & will use them again for any electrical work in the future!"
LED Warehouse Highbays
Building Fire Commercial
New Electrical Circuits
Shed Electrial
Boat House Fan

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky - Huntsville
4.5(
318
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Serving Guntersville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had great rapport with the two technicians who came out one was a senior technician and the other one was kind of just starting out but well knowledgeable of the job they both went to a great school to learn their trade I would highly recommend Mr. Sparky for any of your electrical needs great company they know their job, good value for your money and they will price match the competitors. Very professional practice social distance they both wore gloves and mask and put on booties to protect my floors yes I am totally satisfied with the service I received, PS one last thing they walked me through the whole set up to make sure I know how it worked."
Mister Sparky Team
Ashley Smith - Operations Manager
Candy Obarr - Customer Service Manager
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Guntersville, AL

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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