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Tech Connect Electric LLC
5.0(
23
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work! Great communication before and leading up to appointment. They cleaned up the debris and took the old stuff for discarding. Transparent estimate and honest about pricing and what was included. Scheduling was right on time, and they took care of coordination with AEP and the county inspector, including the permits. Thank you for the excellent work! Highly recommended and will be used in the future! I can not say enough about honest work. We got estimates from others that were including work we didn't have to do, and it made a $4k difference in the estimates. Tech Connect didn't oversell or push what we didn't need, and they are worth 5 stars! We had our drop and electric meter replaced. We did not have to do any inside work. The drop was set up in conduit for protection from the elements, which had seriously deteriorated our original, causing rain to drain down."
Under cabinet LEDs
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After
Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Dannys Electrical Service, Inc.
4.5(
135
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny's was amazing! Having been in the electrical field with a large scale electrical contractor, I know prices. I asked him to do an estimate for me and he did so with 100% accuracy and without balloon cost. I will certainly hire this company if I ever encounter anything beyond the realm of my expertise. These guys are a class act! I highly recommend them to anyone - it is rare to find an electrical outfit that does not try to inflate or over estimate a project, this enterprise is one of those rare gems."
old meter
old feeder wire
New feeder wire
New Meter
bad wiring

+8

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Buddy Electric
5.0(
6
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From the contact call to Ben to the work the done by Awan, the service work call couldn't have gone better. A promised arrival time to do my repair was right on schedule. Awan was professional in every way giving me the confidence that his work would be first rate and it was ***** Buddy Electric will be my go to company for any Electrical Service work that I may need help with in the future."
Ballroom
Main Hall
Main Chandelier
Sammy!
Buddy Crew at Work

+5

Response time10 hrs
Response rate86%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bobcat Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Salem, 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.

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Holistiq Building Systems and Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Salem, 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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freedom Home Services
4.7(
32
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After years of freezing winters, we signed up for a membership with this company—a decision that changed everything. When Ryan, our HVAC technician, arrived for a routine check, he immediately noticed something wrong. The thermostat read 90 degrees, but the house was 50. For five years, I lived without heat in that house. I called company after company, but no one could fix it. Eventually, I lost hope and convinced myself the old house was beyond repair. Unable to face another winter, I moved to another city. But Ryan didn't give up. He went to the crawlspace and within five minutes found what no one had discovered in five years: the wiring was wrong, and the heating cable had never been plugged in. For the first time ever, warmth flowed through my vents. My home was finally warm. I'm incredibly grateful to this company for employing skilled, dedicated technicians like Ryan. I only wish I'd found them sooner—it would have saved me years of suffering and a move I never wanted to make."
Heat Pump Cleaning
HVAC Cleaning
Bathroom Lighting
Bathroom Lighting
Vanity Lighting

+4

Response time11 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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GRIMS ELECTRIC
5.0(
3
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mr haron was excellent he knows his stuff he was there in a timely manner the electric box was in and works great thank you grims I will be useing them again if I have any electrical issues or needs"
Electrical
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Cans mounted
Work in progress

+15

Response time7 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Salem, 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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