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Electrical wiring or panel upgrade pros in Metairie

Avatar for T K Electric
T K Electric
1 Caddo Place
2.75(
2
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Approved Pro
T K Electric
1 Caddo Place
2.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"The Service Pro did not do the job as inspected. I need the full refund and will hire someone else to install it properly"

Ruth M on April 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"The Service Pro did not do the job as inspected. I need the full refund and will hire someone else to install it properly"

Ruth M on April 2023


ETEK Electric, LLC
208 Grand Bayou Road
4.92(
6
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Approved Pro
ETEK Electric, LLC
208 Grand Bayou Road
4.92(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

ETEK Electric, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!

"First-class work and very reliable."

Tara H on November 2020

ETEK Electric, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!

"First-class work and very reliable."

Tara H on November 2020


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Mr. Electric of North Shore & Metairie
22161 Marshall Road, Suite D
4.76(
37
)
Approved Pro
Mr. Electric of North Shore & Metairie
22161 Marshall Road, Suite D
4.76(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

If you'd like a licensed electrician to take care of the electrical system at your property, think first of Mr. Electric of the North Shore and Metairie. Whether you have insufficient voltage, outdated wiring, or even service panel issues, we've got the know-how and experience to complete the job. We're proud to serve the people of Madisonville, LA, and we always strive to achieve high marks for both workmanship and customer service. We realize that you may be very busy, which is why we'll provide you with flexibility in our appointment scheduling. While they're at your home or business, our courteous, professional technicians will treat both you and your property with respect. We'll also make recommendations regarding energy efficiency and steps you can take to improve it.

"Fast work very detailed on price and fantastic job. I am now super comfortable in my house."

Christine W on September 2024

If you'd like a licensed electrician to take care of the electrical system at your property, think first of Mr. Electric of the North Shore and Metairie. Whether you have insufficient voltage, outdated wiring, or even service panel issues, we've got the know-how and experience to complete the job. We're proud to serve the people of Madisonville, LA, and we always strive to achieve high marks for both workmanship and customer service. We realize that you may be very busy, which is why we'll provide you with flexibility in our appointment scheduling. While they're at your home or business, our courteous, professional technicians will treat both you and your property with respect. We'll also make recommendations regarding energy efficiency and steps you can take to improve it.

"Fast work very detailed on price and fantastic job. I am now super comfortable in my house."

Christine W on September 2024


Avatar for Jacob Mill's Electric
Jacob Mill's Electric
4108 Odin St
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Jacob Mill's Electric
4108 Odin St
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Jacob Mill's Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Excellent customer service, Joshua went above and beyond. He will be the best electrician you have ever had. I am a builder and he is exceptional."

carol t on May 2025

Jacob Mill's Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Excellent customer service, Joshua went above and beyond. He will be the best electrician you have ever had. I am a builder and he is exceptional."

carol t on May 2025


Avatar for Stuart Services
Stuart Services
4724 Utica Street
4.61(
26
)
Approved Pro
Stuart Services
4724 Utica Street
4.61(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
98 local quotes requested
69 years of experience

When New Orleans homeowners need quality products and a job done right the first time, they know they can trust Stuart Services. We expertly install and maintain air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure optimal operation and repair and replace them when they break down. The team at Stuart Services is committed to being there when you need us, and as a family-owned and -operated company, we’re proud to serve your family. We’re always ready to answer emergency calls and dispatch licensed, insured, and background-checked technicians who can quickly restore your heating, cooling, electricity, or plumbing.

"Job was completed quickly and thoroughly."

Thomas C on February 2025

When New Orleans homeowners need quality products and a job done right the first time, they know they can trust Stuart Services. We expertly install and maintain air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure optimal operation and repair and replace them when they break down. The team at Stuart Services is committed to being there when you need us, and as a family-owned and -operated company, we’re proud to serve your family. We’re always ready to answer emergency calls and dispatch licensed, insured, and background-checked technicians who can quickly restore your heating, cooling, electricity, or plumbing.

"Job was completed quickly and thoroughly."

Thomas C on February 2025


Avatar for DH's Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC
DH's Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC
8728 Sally Court
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
DH's Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC
8728 Sally Court
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I recently had a new A/C condenser installed, and the experience was smooth from start to finish. The technician arrived on time, explained the process clearly, and completed the installation efficiently. The work area was left clean, and the system was tested thoroughly before completion. Since the installation, the unit has been operating quietly and cooling effectively. Overall, I’m very satisfied with the quality of the workmanship and the professionalism displayed throughout the job. "

Saul N on May 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I recently had a new A/C condenser installed, and the experience was smooth from start to finish. The technician arrived on time, explained the process clearly, and completed the installation efficiently. The work area was left clean, and the system was tested thoroughly before completion. Since the installation, the unit has been operating quietly and cooling effectively. Overall, I’m very satisfied with the quality of the workmanship and the professionalism displayed throughout the job. "

Saul N on May 2025


Avatar for JCV Electric & AC
JCV Electric & AC
59014 West Ln
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
JCV Electric & AC
59014 West Ln
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"James Vernon was very nice and professional! He has done great work for us! "

Bronwyn G on April 2025

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"James Vernon was very nice and professional! He has done great work for us! "

Bronwyn G on April 2025


Avatar for AccuTemp Services, LLC
AccuTemp Services, LLC
2027 N Harco Dr
4.80(
149
)
Approved Pro
AccuTemp Services, LLC
2027 N Harco Dr
4.80(
149
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
299 local quotes requested

**For after hours/emergency service, call (225) 240-8478** Specializing in expert air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing services, AccuTemp offers emergency service for Baton Rouge, New Orleans, the Northshore, and surrounding areas!

"This company was dishonest and disrespectful. Under no circumstances do business with them. Exorbitant prices and hidden fees."

George J on November 2024

**For after hours/emergency service, call (225) 240-8478** Specializing in expert air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing services, AccuTemp offers emergency service for Baton Rouge, New Orleans, the Northshore, and surrounding areas!

"This company was dishonest and disrespectful. Under no circumstances do business with them. Exorbitant prices and hidden fees."

George J on November 2024


Avatar for The Gen Stop
The Gen Stop
189 Commercial Square
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
The Gen Stop
189 Commercial Square
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
223 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

For over 20 years, The Gen Stop's mission is to provide and perform the highest quality work on all projects. A Company locally owned and operated in Slidell, Louisiana. We specialize in Generator Installs, Repairs, and Maintenance. Don’t get caught without power, always light on. We are licensed with trained and certified installers, protect your largest investment from mold and mildew after an outage. A Whole Home Generator can keep the lights on, AC running, food cool and the internet up.

"Everything went great with The Gen Stop, the technician was extremely helpful and informative on letting us know what the problem was and what would be needed to correct it. They always arrived exactly when they said they would which made planning simple. Their customer service was very helpful with getting us scheduled and keeping us updated on the next steps to getting everything back up to working status for the generator. Will definitely continue to use them for services for our generator!"

Lukas D on August 2023

For over 20 years, The Gen Stop's mission is to provide and perform the highest quality work on all projects. A Company locally owned and operated in Slidell, Louisiana. We specialize in Generator Installs, Repairs, and Maintenance. Don’t get caught without power, always light on. We are licensed with trained and certified installers, protect your largest investment from mold and mildew after an outage. A Whole Home Generator can keep the lights on, AC running, food cool and the internet up.

"Everything went great with The Gen Stop, the technician was extremely helpful and informative on letting us know what the problem was and what would be needed to correct it. They always arrived exactly when they said they would which made planning simple. Their customer service was very helpful with getting us scheduled and keeping us updated on the next steps to getting everything back up to working status for the generator. Will definitely continue to use them for services for our generator!"

Lukas D on August 2023


B Powered Electric
2060 Benefit St
4.69(
26
)
Approved Pro
B Powered Electric
2060 Benefit St
4.69(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
478 local quotes requested

-Residential and Commercial Electrical Contracting -3rd Generation Electrical Company -over 30 years of experience in New Orleans Area Homes -Standby Generator Installs -24hr Emergency Service -Breaker Panels -Surge Protectors -Troubleshooting -Remodels and New Construction -Small and Large Projects -Interior and Exterior Lighting -Security Cameras

"Brandon and crew did a great job"

Reuben L on April 2023

-Residential and Commercial Electrical Contracting -3rd Generation Electrical Company -over 30 years of experience in New Orleans Area Homes -Standby Generator Installs -24hr Emergency Service -Breaker Panels -Surge Protectors -Troubleshooting -Remodels and New Construction -Small and Large Projects -Interior and Exterior Lighting -Security Cameras

"Brandon and crew did a great job"

Reuben L on April 2023

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Electrical wiring or panel upgrades FAQs

Yes, upgrading your electrical panel is a worthwhile investment for most homeowners. A 200-amp upgrade provides capacity for multiple modern appliances and electric vehicle charging stations and reduces the risk of overloaded circuits. This improvement is especially valuable for homes with all-electric heating or cooling systems. While the average investment of $1,600 is significant, it enhances safety, convenience, and potentially your property's market appeal when it's time to sell.

Yes, electrical service upgrades always require permits to ensure compliance with local safety codes. Your licensed electrician can handle the permit application process and coordinate the necessary inspections. Skipping this crucial step could create serious safety hazards, invalidate your homeowner's insurance, and cause complications during future home sales. The permit cost of $50 to $300 represents an essential part of your project budget.

Whether you need to rewire your house depends on your existing electrical infrastructure. Many homes with reasonably modern wiring only need the service entrance cable and panel replaced to achieve a 200-amp service. However, homes with outdated wiring systems may require more extensive updates to safely handle increased capacity. A professional assessment by a licensed electrician will determine your specific requirements based on your home's current condition.

The physical installation requires four to eight hours of professional labor. However, the complete process—including permits, inspections, and potential utility company coordination—may extend over one to two weeks. During installation, expect your home's power to be temporarily disconnected. Complex installations involving significant rewiring or panel relocation may require additional time. Your electrician can provide a more precise timeline based on your specific circumstances.

You may qualify for a 30% federal tax credit (maximum $600) for qualifying electrical panel upgrades. Additionally, some local utility providers offer their own incentive programs for electrical system improvements. Research your state and municipal energy efficiency programs, and consult with your electrician about which panels meet eligibility requirements. For specific tax credit information, consultation with a tax professional is recommended.

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