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Avatar for EMERT'S ELECTRIC CO
EMERT'S ELECTRIC CO
4.8(
19
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Rocky Mount, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First of all, Greg Emert answered the phone on January 2nd (New Years Day observed holiday). He was honest about his workload and called back later in the day when he couldn't make it. He showed up early today as promised, and quickly isolated and repaired the problem. He charged me a fair price and didn't try to make it into a large project. Very decent guy, very professional. I'd hire him again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Rocky Mount, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Focus Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Rocky Mount, 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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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Danny's Electrical Service
4.9(
51
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Rocky Mount, 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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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Murray & Sons Electrical
4.8(
205
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Rocky Mount, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"we had an upgrade on our electrical service through Murray & Sons. They were prompt and very efficient with their work. Everything was explained throughly before starting the job . I can not recommend them more."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Rocky Mount, 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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