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Avatar for Pricelight Electric Company LLC
Pricelight Electric Company LLC
4.6(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repaired and updated electric service (tree damage). Replaced deck supports and installed wiring for hot tub. They worked with local code enforcement to get the installation approved. Happy with work and cost. Deck support replacement was a difficult job."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AWESOME Electrical Services
4.8(
82
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and his crew, did a great job, and knows what needs to be done the right way. Even the county electrical inspector gave Brain and his crew at Awesome Electric compliments and props! I would recommend they to everyone and I will hire them for all my electrical work. When they were finished with the job, they cleaned up everything too"
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Rich the Electrician - (412) 605-2645
Rich the Electrician - (412) 605-2645
4.7(
135
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good job by Rich and his co-worker. They were friendly and efficient. I had an electrical outlet in our master bathroom that just stopped working one day. When it did, I replaced the outlet with new components but it still did not work. So Rich spent a lot of time troubleshooting it, checking various other outlets in the bedrooms next to it, in the other upstairs bathroom, etc until he found the source of the issue, a wire worked itself loose in the electrical outlet in the powder room on the first floor - and this disrupted the power going to the outlet in the master bath. Rich also added an additional outlet we wanted in the master bathroom and replaced the security light outside with a fixture I had purchased for him to install. I would easily recommend Rich and use him again"
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goodside Electric
4.9(
68
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Warnie is such a down-to-earth guy. I had a couple of other top-rated companies come give me estimates, but I immediately knew Goodside was the right way to go. I'm an advocate for DIY, but there are some things that are always best left up to the professionals. I needed an electrician to check our panel because it didn't look safe because the prior homeowners did very poor work. I wasn't moved into the house yet, so Warnie was able to go to my house and FaceTime with me to show me exactly what needed to be done. He took the time to explain why things had to be done specific ways to bring it to code. What I really appreciated is how Warnie took my concerns and found a solution for everything. I had mentioned that we planned on finishing our basement eventually, so he recommended a panel with more than enough slots to accommodate any upgrades we make to the home and for any future homeowners to come. Warnie came to visit in-person to make sure that I understood the entire process and that he could get it started as soon as I was ready. I was informed of each milestone and was always updated. I approved the work order and the permit was approved the next day that they applied for. They coordinated with the electric company and were able to start the job the day after the permit was issued! His TEAM arrived early in the morning and was done within a couple of hours. I'm going to have a re-wire completed afterwards (meaning there will be no indoor power yet), but Warnie made such a thoughtful suggestion and wired the circuit for my alarm system to the panel so my alarm could still function. The work completed is beyond professional. The work area was cleaner than when they started. I never once felt pressured by Goodside, I truly felt like I was talking to a good friend. You'd seriously be making a mistake if you didn't use Goodside."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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LiveWire Service Group, Inc.
5.0(
27
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys saved our lives - possibly literally. I was concerned about some flickering lights and called Livewire. Within a couple hours I was meeting with an electrician and he immediately saw that we had a real problem with some arcing from one of the phases of my main breaker. In less than 24 hours from his initial visit for an estimate he and his crew had replaced the entire service (upgrading from 100a to 200a in the process). The bill was exactly as quoted and they were quick, clean, and courteous. 5/5 would definitely hire again."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Electrical repair and solutions PGH
Electrical repair and solutions PGH
4.8(
19
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were great to work with. I had an electric emergency and they were out the next afternoon to a**** the situation. They replaced my circuit board within a few hours and did a fantastic job. Friendly and cool as well. I would definitely recommend them for a fair price and professional work!"
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+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CW Electrical Services INC
4.6(
565
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Once I called, they quickly sent someone out to give me an estimate. They answered all my questions and informed me of how they would tackle the work. The estimate I received was nearly 1/3 less than a competitors work, and I liked that they would not be running any wires outside my house. The most "damage" there would be would be a small hole in my dining room ceiling to run wire up to an outlet upstairs. It took about 3 weeks, to get the job scheduled, but all along the company was informative (they were going to be a little later than anticipated the day of the work) and professional. The technician Joseph G and his assistant were amazing! Again, answering any questions I had the day of and the best part is, they didn't even need to make a whole in the ceiling. These electrical magicians were able to run the wire up and through the wall to the upstairs outlet. Needless to say, I would hire CW Electrical again in a heartbeat."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Pittsburgh, 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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