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Bob's Electrical Service & Repair
4.8(
68
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bob has done and outstanding job for us. We are updating a good bit of the electrical work in the house. First and foremost he is following the current electrical code. He has updated all the outlets and switches in the house. He added numerous dimmer switches for various lights. He added wall speed controls for ceiling fans. He removed all the light fixtures and replaced them with new fixtures. He added hard wired under cabinet lighting in the kitchen. He is very professional, polite, and very knowledgable. Highly recommend."
Service entrance
Power panel upgrade
Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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EMERT'S ELECTRIC CO
4.8(
19
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys were beyond helpful ... I will not use anyone else for electrical work.  Did a great job and explained everything. 
Just good people and very patient.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wooldridge Heating Air & Electrical
4.8(
319
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I originally had a serviceman from Wooldridge Heating, Air, and Electric to evaluate our noisy, wobbling ceiling fan. It took a 12 ft. step ladder to reach, which I'm not able to do myself, anymore. Once it was determined that the motor was going bad in the fan, I asked them to return and replace it with a new one we bought. They two workers sent were prompt, polite, and very efficient. They had the old fan down and the new one in place in less than an hour. That included transferring a remote control receiver into the new fan canopy. They even took away the old defective fan. Very good service and at a very reasonable cost."
22 KW Generac Standby Generator installed
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+15

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Bobcat Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your electrical needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We also offer complete Gas Service, including generators, gas stoves & water heaters. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would like to recommend Joshua Smith as a Tesla installer and overall electrician. He did a great job for my wife and I on the installation of our powerwall 3 and car chargers within our garages as well as trouble shooting some other electrical problems at our new home at Smith Mountain Lake. Additionally, he answers phone calls and shows up on time. Again, we highly recommend Joshua."
Response time5 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Focus Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was an unlimited contractor for 32 years and retired. Couldn’t handle it , had to go back to work. I would like to say that I would work with Chris anytime . He was extremely productive , knowledgeable and professional, and I might add a great guy . Honesty is something you don’t see much anymore in the workplace, when he would tell he would do something it happened . Can’t wait to work with him again !"
Close up of the solar combiner, production CT is in the upper right corner.
Wired both boxes left. Top is the solar combiner. Lower is the control and monitoring unit.
View of the solar modules installed. Beautiful! 9.72 Kw DC
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Danny's Electrical Service
4.9(
51
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responded quickly and worked me into their schedule right away, which was very important because the entire house was affected by a cracked cable in a crawl space that resulted in damage to the electrical box. Very professional and brought wiring up to code so electrical system is in better shape than it was before I began experiencing problems."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Black Horse Electrical, LLC
4.9(
51
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Serving Roanoke, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob at Black Horse Electrical is excellent - prompt, competent, and fair. He has responded to 2 calls and each time his service was 100%. I give him my highest recommendation."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Roanoke, VA

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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