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DLP Electric
4.9(
250
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an issue in our house, with some of our electricity being off and some remaining on. we were told, on the phone, that it could be one of a few things. Don and Pat came the next day, promptly at the time we were told. They checked out the system and told us that it was a line issue. Don told us that PSE&G should take the amount of his bill off our electrical bill. His bill was reasonable, even if we weren't able to have it deducted. We would hire DLP again."
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+35

Response time1 day
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Nelson Electric
5.0(
31
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nelson electric repaired a broken outlet in the kitchen. It works perfectly. Very neat and cleaned up after he was finished.would definitely hire again."
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Installing generators
Installing generators
Installing generators
Install generators

+12

Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Current Electric Contracting, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Current Electric Contracting LLC was efficient and professional in their overall response to our issue. We had to have a few breakers replaced in our panel. Their pricing was fair. We will definitely keep them in our contractor database and hire them again."
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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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MDL Electric LLC Cooling & Heating
4.6(
133
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not all of the work went well, but Miguel was super responsive and everything was fixed up, better than expected. I'm very happy and will continue to use MDL for our electrical work."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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A Team Electrical Contractors Corp.
4.6(
65
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marvellous was punctual, and very knowledgeable. He made recommendations for our daily electrical use which were very valuable and we will use going forward. Marcello was just a great guy."
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Service Upgrade

+141

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R&J Brothers Electric, LLC
4.8(
210
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired R and J Brothers to upgrade our electrical box. Rey and Garrett are very personable and professional and did a great job from start to finish. In fact, we were so pleased with the job they did that we hired them for additional work to install new light fixtures and recessed lighting throughout the home. I would certainly hire them again and recommend them to someone in need of an electrician."
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Kitchen
Roof mounted fan install
Roof mounted fan install
Roof mounted fan install

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
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RG Handyman
4.8(
42
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Freddie was amazing! Very friendly and professional. As soon as I submitted my inquiry through Angi, he was the first professional to reach out to me. Me and my Wife were very satisfied with his work. He solved all of our electric issues very fast and we highly recommend him."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Fuifio Electrical Services
4.9(
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Serving Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Carlos and Lou’s did good job replacing and upgrading outlets. He quickly identified issue with breaker configuration and corrected. Thank you."
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Panel installation
Panel installation
Oulet repair
Reparación breaker

+7

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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Rutherford, NJ

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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