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Avatar for Pricelight Electric Company LLC
Pricelight Electric Company LLC
4.6(
155
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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%
12 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

"We had an excellent experience with Awesome Electrical Services updating our historic home from outdated knob-and-tube wiring to a modern electrical system. Brian was incredibly communicative, taking the time to discuss the project, timeline, and costs while patiently answering all of our questions. Patty was wonderful, making scheduling, paperwork, and communication easy and efficient. Their entire crew was knowledgeable, professional, courteous, and respectful. JR and Nick were exceptional foremen who went above and beyond to keep the project on track and ensure every detail was addressed. We'd also like to thank Mike, Julian, Trey, and Chris for their professionalism and craftsmanship. Rewiring an older home is a major undertaking, but they made the process smooth and stress-free. We highly recommend Awesome Electrical Services, especially for owners of older homes."
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+21

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Rich the Electrician - (412) 605-2645
4.7(
137
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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

"Rich was excellent he was knowledgeable and efficient and fair-minded and his pricing. I would strongly recommend him to anyone for both electrical work and the minor changes to a generator. He solved two other small electrical problems for me that were wiring oriented."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LiveWire Service Group, Inc.
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

"My experience with Livewire was perfect. They contacted me quickly after I visited Home Advisor, they showed up for the estimate on time, and they were equally punctual when they performed the service. I would highly recommend Livewire to anyone seeking electrical work in their home."
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

"Electrical Repair and Solutions upgraded my panel & did a fantastic job. Everything was completed neatly & in a timely fashion. The main guy mason & his team showed up on time & were very polite and respectful. They also have pretty fair pricing compared to some other quotes i received."
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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."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Jeffers & Leek Electric, Inc.
Jeffers & Leek Electric, Inc.
4.2(
466
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience. Owners and techs were friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Had a pseudo-emergency with my electrical panel. They contacted me, set up a remote estimate for the following morning, and were able to start and complete the work that same day for a not-absurd fee. Highly recommended."
Panel Upgrades
Recessed Lighting
Under Cabinet Lighting
Ceiling fan installation
House Rewire, Knob and tube Removal

+11

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Luminous Electric LLC
Luminous Electric LLC
4.4(
615
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very happy with our Electrical Panel Upgrade and Hotub Installation! The team was very polite, punctual and did a good job cleaning up afterward. They let us know what needed done to keep our house safe and enabled future upgrades. Highly reccomend."
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+13

Response time10 hrs
492 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%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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