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Epic Solar & Electric LLC
4.9(
44
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Anyone looking for quality electricians, do not hesitate to contact Epic Solar & Electric! Just had them replace and upgrade our old Federal Pacific panel, run a sub panel to the garage, and bring everything up to current code. They were on budget, on time, and great to work with. Highly recommended!"
Main service panel and meter
Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Amp'd Up Electric LLC
5.0(
38
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Avery did a great job. He replaced my electric panel and 2 wired smoke detectors. Am planning for projects with him. Great job!"
Mountain Work
Mountain Work
Mountain Work
Mountain Work
Mountain Work

+12

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Red Fox Electric, Inc.
4.7(
163
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Red Fox Electric provided professional and prompt service. They provided superior customer service and was able to move our service work up on their schedule. Very knowledgeable and provided an excellent replacement to my electrical panel and added a whole-house surge protector as well. Highly recommend this company for any electrical service needs."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
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Silk City Electric, LLC
4.9(
34
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had three light fixtures to install in place of three older lights. These fixtures were in the Dining Room, and two bath rooms. While seemingly an easy effort, as always, the new installation was complicated in two of the three installs. With Marty's expertise, all issues were quickly resolved. I will use Marty's services (Silk City Electric) again"
New service work
New service work
Under cabinet lightning
Wiring a kiosk
Wiring a kiosk

+1

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JM Electric Inc
4.7(
77
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bryan Kiernan did a fantastic job installing a sub panel in my basement. He was fast, thorough, and used high quality materials. I highly recommend him and JM Electric."
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Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Table Mountain Electric inc.
4.8(
34
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Table Mountain called us right away. Gave us a price for replacing our electric panel. They came to the house with all of the parts that they needed. Our electricians were polite and professional finished the same day. It was inspected passed and for the amount they told us. I would use them again."
200amp panel and meter housing
200amp Electrical Panel
200amp All In One Panel Upgrade
Dual 200amp panels
200amp all in one panel upgrade

+60

Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
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MightyBee Electric, LLC
4.5(
292
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Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What a terrific experience we had with Mighty Bee Electric! Martin came the next day after we called. He was on time, clearly knows what he is doing and fixed everything for the estimated cost. And there was no upselling! I will definitely call him for any future electric work!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Lafayette, CO

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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