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Allpoints Electrical
Post Office Box 38
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Allpoints Electrical
Post Office Box 38
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Allpoints Electrical 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. Licensed and insured. 24 years of experience. Emergency Hours available upon request, for a additional fee after hours During normal business, 7-400pm $100 per hour normal business hours Accepted payments cash , Checks , Venmo, Paypal , credit cards

"Overall great experience."

Patrick C on July 2023

Allpoints Electrical 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. Licensed and insured. 24 years of experience. Emergency Hours available upon request, for a additional fee after hours During normal business, 7-400pm $100 per hour normal business hours Accepted payments cash , Checks , Venmo, Paypal , credit cards

"Overall great experience."

Patrick C on July 2023


Lee Harris Electrical
299 Ye Olde Canterbury Road
4.67(
6
)
Approved Pro
Lee Harris Electrical
299 Ye Olde Canterbury Road
4.67(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

With over 30 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"They were quick in contacting me and quick in doing the work I would definitely use them again."

DuWayne E on November 2022

With over 30 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"They were quick in contacting me and quick in doing the work I would definitely use them again."

DuWayne E on November 2022


Yankee Electric & Co
172 S. Main St
4.98(
25
)
Approved Pro
Yankee Electric & Co
172 S. Main St
4.98(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Full Service Residential and Commercial Electrical Services. 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.

"Very happy with results. Acted very professional. Able to problem solve and fix problem at a reasonable cost."

Mary D on September 2021

Full Service Residential and Commercial Electrical Services. 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.

"Very happy with results. Acted very professional. Able to problem solve and fix problem at a reasonable cost."

Mary D on September 2021


Jeff Cole Electric
12 Spruce Street
4.65(
10
)
Approved Pro
Jeff Cole Electric
12 Spruce Street
4.65(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Jeff Cole Electric has a single mission: complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience.

"Outstanding"

Todd S on March 2023

Jeff Cole Electric has a single mission: complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, licensed professionals. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience.

"Outstanding"

Todd S on March 2023


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Generator Supercenter of New Hampshire
28 Portsmouth Ave
4.93(
30
)
Approved Pro
Generator Supercenter of New Hampshire
28 Portsmouth Ave
4.93(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

Generator Supercenter of New Hampshire 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. As a father and son-owned business, we’re committed to the best service. When you call us, our estimates are free, so you can meet with a member of our team to learn about your options with no strings attached!

"I want to thank the staff at the Stratham NH location. As a new customer, we got off to a bad start with a scheduling misunderstanding. After my earlier review, I want to acknowledge that they reached out to me to turn a negative experience into a positive one. It's nice to know that this company cares about their customers. I am very happy with the service they performed on my recent Generac generator. The customer service department and the technician were very professional and courteous. I would recommend this company for your generator needs."

Roger C on August 2024

Generator Supercenter of New Hampshire 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. As a father and son-owned business, we’re committed to the best service. When you call us, our estimates are free, so you can meet with a member of our team to learn about your options with no strings attached!

"I want to thank the staff at the Stratham NH location. As a new customer, we got off to a bad start with a scheduling misunderstanding. After my earlier review, I want to acknowledge that they reached out to me to turn a negative experience into a positive one. It's nice to know that this company cares about their customers. I am very happy with the service they performed on my recent Generac generator. The customer service department and the technician were very professional and courteous. I would recommend this company for your generator needs."

Roger C on August 2024


JLC Electric, LLC
PO Box 41
4.70(
66
)
Approved Pro
JLC Electric, LLC
PO Box 41
4.70(
66
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

We at JLC Electric, LLC, focus on quality over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Jim was very good and responsive to my calendar. On time and got the job done in a few hours. Good quality with all cabling nicely hidden. Would hire again!"

Jay N on May 2025

We at JLC Electric, LLC, focus on quality over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Jim was very good and responsive to my calendar. On time and got the job done in a few hours. Good quality with all cabling nicely hidden. Would hire again!"

Jay N on May 2025


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Seventh Gen Solar LLC
26 Oak Street
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro
Seventh Gen Solar LLC
26 Oak Street
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro
5 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!

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!


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Stag Electric, INC
135 Elm St #2
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Stag Electric, INC
135 Elm St #2
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
20 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Why chose Stag Electric? -We reply quickly to calls & texts -135+ 5-star reviews -One year labor on parts and labor! -Text and email appointment confirmations -wrapped vans and uniformed crew members We've decade of experience we take great pride in our quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the your needs. Our reputation is based on regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!

"We called David desperate for immediate help as we had no running water. Our well switch had died. He arrived within two hrs much appreciated! His professionalism and the efficient way he stays in touch even before he arrives including sending a snapshot of himself!! Above and beyond seems to be his motto after reading these reviews. Thanks again, Susan and Greg"

Susan S on February 2025

Why chose Stag Electric? -We reply quickly to calls & texts -135+ 5-star reviews -One year labor on parts and labor! -Text and email appointment confirmations -wrapped vans and uniformed crew members We've decade of experience we take great pride in our quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the your needs. Our reputation is based on regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!

"We called David desperate for immediate help as we had no running water. Our well switch had died. He arrived within two hrs much appreciated! His professionalism and the efficient way he stays in touch even before he arrives including sending a snapshot of himself!! Above and beyond seems to be his motto after reading these reviews. Thanks again, Susan and Greg"

Susan S on February 2025


Cote Electric, LLC
555 Valley St
5.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
Cote Electric, LLC
555 Valley St
5.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
78 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

Cote Electric, LLC is a Manchester, New Hampshire-based electrical contractor specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial services. Established in 1987, the company has over 30 years of experience providing integrated electrical solutions throughout Northern New England.

"Djems the tech was personable, professional and thorough. If possible I will ask for him to service our generator in the future. Great to see his work ethic! "

mark c on May 2025

Cote Electric, LLC is a Manchester, New Hampshire-based electrical contractor specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial services. Established in 1987, the company has over 30 years of experience providing integrated electrical solutions throughout Northern New England.

"Djems the tech was personable, professional and thorough. If possible I will ask for him to service our generator in the future. Great to see his work ethic! "

mark c on May 2025


MCCULLOUGH ELECTRIC LLC
109 Belvidere Street
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
MCCULLOUGH ELECTRIC LLC
109 Belvidere Street
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
2 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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Electrical wiring or panel upgrades FAQs

Installing electrical service to a detached garage costs between $1,000 and $3,800, with the exact price depending on your specific requirements and the distance from your home. This project may include a subpanel installation if you need multiple circuits or higher capacity. The complexity of your electrical needs, the garage's intended use, and your location all influence the total investment required for a properly installed and code-compliant system.

Most local building departments require permits for electrical work connecting separate structures, with permit fees ranging from $25 to $200. Professional electricians are licensed to perform this type of work in most states, and they often handle the permit process as part of their service. Skipping required permits could potentially create issues with insurance coverage or future property transactions, making proper documentation an important consideration.

For safety and legal reasons, hiring a licensed electrician is highly recommended for connecting electrical service to a detached garage. Electrical work involving separate structures requires specialized knowledge of codes, proper materials, and safety protocols. While homeowners might handle certain aspects like trenching to save on costs, the actual electrical connections should be performed by qualified professionals to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with local building regulations.

The timeline for installing electrical service to a detached garage spans from several days to a couple of weeks, depending on project complexity. The process includes planning, obtaining permits, trenching, electrical installation, and any necessary finishing work. Weather conditions, contractor availability, and permit processing times can all affect the overall schedule. Your electrician can provide a more specific timeline based on your property's unique characteristics and project requirements.

Underground electrical installations for detached garages tend to use conduit systems rather than direct burial cables, as conduit provides superior protection for the wiring. While specific installation methods may vary based on local codes and site conditions, professional electricians often recommend running electrical lines underground via conduit for detached structures. This approach helps ensure long-term durability and simplifies any future maintenance or modifications to the system.

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