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Waibel Electric
4.8(
730
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The electricians came in and evaluated the oven, looked in the panel box, told me the breaker code for an electric oven and advised me to replace it. An I followed their recommendation."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mosby Electric
5.0(
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gavin is an excellent and reliable electrician. He does a thorough job, ensuring every problem that pops up is fixed before it’s done. Our house was built in the 60s so the old panel was extremely outdated. Gavin installed a new one with plenty of room for new breakers. I didn’t know I could be this excited about an electrical panel! I would recommend Mosby Electric for any job you have."
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Recommended by64%of homeowners
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First Class Home Repair, LLC
5.0(
63
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brett came and installed and hardwired an EVSE (ev charger) in garage and into the panel, Work was efficient, clean, and to my request. They did a great job! The install was at a very fair price, and would call again for future jobs, highly recommend!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of Columbus
4.4(
600
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an estimate done on some electric work, and James Pinson did an excellent job. He was very thorough, clear with his suggestions, and the pricing was very competitive. Based on James's visit and the estimate he provided, I chose Mr. Electric to complete the work."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Safe Electric and Plumbing
4.6(
43
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Guys showed up on time and quickly diagnosed and fixed problem. While here we discussed she and load on house panel and had them install a whole-house surge protector. I had a post house get toasted by a lightning strike so seemed prudent given electronics in house."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electric Medic
4.5(
20
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We have a very old home with some interesting electrical work done in the past. Jeremy and his guys were on time and fixed all my issues. They ran some new wiring, replaced some light fixtures and ceiling fans. They cleaned up when they were done and I am very happy with the results. We will be using them again.
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Response time2 days
Response rate98%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Columbus Breeze Electric, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great job! The electrician did exactly what I had asked. I had an overhead light roughed-in for a finished room. He made the smallest a fewest holes possible to run the wiring. This made patching very easy. I will happily use Columbus Breeze Electric again."
Switch Gear Installation
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
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Survivor Electric, LLC
4.7(
62
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Serving Johnstown, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a very positive experience with my electrical project from start to finish. Garrett and Hunter were prompt, courteous and professional. Their honesty and workmanship were very appreciated. From the first call to the end of the project was five star. I Highly Recommend Survivor Electric to anyone!"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Johnstown, OH

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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