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Avatar for BRAD BROWN ELECTRIC
BRAD BROWN ELECTRIC
4.8(
253
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It went well. Some of the wall to fixture wiring had been previously updated, but most of the wiring running from attic to basement needed to be replaced and grounded fixtures all throughout. It was a big task. Brad mapped it all out days before starting the job. One thing Brad prides himself on is customer service, and he carried that out through the entire project. There was change orders, as well as punch list items, and he took care of all of them promptly and efficiently. Brad was on the job site most of the time, and when he wasn't he was in constant communication with his two crew members (both very nice fellows)."
Recessed Lighting
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+10

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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G.A. Electric
4.9(
63
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job, although difficult as described above, was professionally and efficiently completed. We have used G.A. Electric before and definitely will again! 5 star service!!!!"
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+3

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Your Electric Now Inc
4.8(
225
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was responsive and quick to set a meeting for an estimate. he honored the Angie's List deal for a panel upgrade plus a slight upcharge for going from a 100 amp to 200 amp panel. He also inspected an outlet I was having issue with. This original work was done on 5/27/2016. Unfortunately, when the cold weather came and I turned on my electric heat, it didn't work. I called John and he quickly made an appointment for one of his electricians to come out and check the heat on 11/14/2016. Adam and another gentlemen came out and assessed the issue and was able to get the heat back on as the heat was hooked up to another area in the attic of the house, Adam was also able to trace the outlet I had issue with, put a blank cover on the outlet and ensured the wiring was tied off and not an issue. They took there time and found out the issue and corrected it quickly. They also didn't charge me for the second visit. Honest and professional. Do not hesitate to contact John and his guys!"
Electrical Panel
Recess lights
Under cabinet lights
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+4

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Brandon Electric Inc
4.9(
1,504
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon Electric did a fantastic job getting light to our shed with a switch, moving wires for us so they were both safe and clean looking. I plan on using them again and certainly recommend for any residential needs. They are very courteous and knowledgeable too."
D-1 Baseball Academy LED Lights
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4" LED Recessed Lights
Under Cabinet Lighting
Commercial Fan

+61

Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hammers Home Improvement and Electrical
4.8(
71
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Frank Hammer and his team did a great job upgrading my electrical panel and installing a new floodlight. They worked clean, and fixed a few extra issues found along the way. Really solid and reliable work."
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+76

Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Avatar for STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
4.7(
86
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were selling our house and came to find out that basement electrical panel had never received its final inspection when it was finished.  As a result, we had to bring everything up to current codes, which included child-proof outlets.  There were at least 25 outlets.  They changed all of them out, and arranged to have a final electrical box inspection.  There were a couple of other minor issues they noticed and took care of while doing the work.  Also, 2 outlets had to be changed into GFCI outlets.  Mike and his crew were very friendly and professional.  They initially did an estimate, and then came back pretty soon after we requested the work.  I was very happy with them and felt I could trust them, and I felt the price was extremely reasonable for what they were doing.  I will definitely use them again.
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
4.7(
773
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had my panel and external service replaced. Cindy helped with scheduling and arranging for the inspection afterwards. On the day of the scheduled work, Evan arrived promptly, did a great job with the work, and answered all of my questions. Evan had also been out previously to give the quote for the work and was very thorough in his inspection and explained the reasons for all of his recommendations. Previous owners of my house had hired contractors that did some shoddy work. While Gen3 is not the cheapest quote you will find, they do their work properly and to code. I would definitely recommend Gen3 to others needing to do electrical work."
Lighting Installation
Electrical Service and Installation
Wiring and Home Protection Devices
Roof Top Solar system
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+14

Response time1 day
124 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for RS Bright Light Electrical, LLC
RS Bright Light Electrical, LLC
4.8(
157
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went a little over budget due to issues running larger conduit and an old breaker panel, but very professional, great to work with, easy to talk to, and flexible with changing plans."
Living room
Kitchen
200 amp panel
Fire place
Living room

+68

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
345 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blessing Electric
4.8(
32
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Curt Blessing was a pleasure to work with. He gave a very quick, fair estimate. His team did a very professional job installing our new EV charging station (which was not a simple job because the station is located far from the panel). We will definitely be contacting Blessing Electric for any future electrical needs."
New subpanel
Installation of Electrical Vehicle Charging Station
EV Charging Station
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Philadelphia, PA

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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