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Avatar for A & A Electrical Contractors, LLC
A & A Electrical Contractors, LLC
5.0(
35
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very professional and extremely friendly contractor. Alberto and his apprentice Chandler arrived on time and after introductions started their work. Panel upgrade with breaker and wiring installation was performed efficiently with only necessary disruption to home electrical service. Testing completed and panel breaker labeling done from old panel door. Cleanup was thorough and appreciated. I enjoyed the conversation we had during and after the job including my own DIY electrical experience. If I was going to sum my experience with A & A Electrical Contractors LLC, it would be that it is a great model for professionalism and consumer oriented business. I was given more options than other contractors. Reasonable contract pricing. Highly recommended and definitely a return customer for any future electrical needs requiring experienced professionals."
Tesla charger
Old panel
Old meter
New meter
New panel

+2

Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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MT Electric, LLC
5.0(
28
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark did an excellent job. He replaced and upgraded my panel all within five hours. His quote was very fare. There was no hidden charges no extra fees.. 5+ stars. I highly recommend him to do any electrical work you may need done."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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OnTheGrid Electric , LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired OnTheGrid for multiple projects and am always satisfied with their work. Doug and Mark are honest and fair, and won't do a job the wrong way. They are my first choice in electrical contractors, and I will be reaching out to them again soon."
Standby generator automatic transfer switch with main panel
Landscape lighting
Fuse panels to be removed in multifamily house with external circuit switches (via insurance requirement)
Portable generator panel interlock
Lighting for a parking lot

+16

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
48
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very responsive business and communicated every step of the way. From what he diagnosed I had a bad wire in the ceiling of the garage that shut my breaker off and wouldnâ t reset. I had no lights or plugs in the basement for days as I tried to figure it out myself. He came in and was easily able to diagnose, fix, and get it all back up minus the one plug that relies on the one dead wire. Iâ ll be putting that in since Iâ m taking my ceiling down anyways. He has all the experience needed and professionalism a master electrician is. Definitely will hire again and will recommend to anyone who needs an electrician."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Forward LLC
4.8(
24
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I really loved working with Power Forward. We needed a 50A external connector and interlock fitted for a portable generator, a new floodlight and a smart doorbell wired up. Ian Stewart responded immediately to my request for a quote and was very helpful going over my options and discussing generators at length to ensure I was going to be set up right and I was able to get a fair and detailed quote very quickly. After accepting online, Morgan was very helpful setting up the appointment and Chris Woosley, who was the technician that came around to install everything, was also very knowledgeable, enthusiastically answered all my questions and worked diligently and neatly. Everything was clean and neat after he'd finished. With excellent communication, extremely detailed quote, friendly employees and easy one click online pay options after the job was complete, I was extremely impressed at how slick each part of the process was and the service that I received. Thanks so much! Power Forward are definitely our go-to electricians from now on."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Crown Joules Electric, LLC
5.0(
65
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired them to connect a Sauna oven to the electrical panel. They showed up on time, did a very good, quality job, cleaned up the workspace and stayed with the quoted price."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Adam Electric
4.7(
70
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam was great. I needed to have two lights & wiring separated as they were not functioning properly. Did a great job and was a great value."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Supreme Electric, LLC
Supreme Electric, LLC
4.1(
122
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Serving Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Supreme Electric for a variety of electrical services for over 2 years â replacing outlets to support new wall A/C units, replacing a damaged outlet, replacing a light fixture, upgrading my circuit panel and most recently installing a bathroom ventilation fan another electrician said could not be done. I was also provided assistance finding a carpenter to vent the fan out of my attic and I am considering future installation of a generator. Michael is always pleasant, professional and respectful and the quality of work is excellent. He explains exactly what is needed, prices are reasonable, he communicates clearly and promptly as work is being planned and he is always on time for scheduled work. I highly recommend Supreme Electric. It is always a pleasure to work with Michael and I personally will only be using Supreme Electric for any future electrical work I need to have done. Thank you Michael!!"
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU RATING
Recessed and pendant lighting
Home theatre wiring and lighting
Whole house generator wiring
Generator install

+49

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Hartford, CT

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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