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Avatar for Nasr Electric Inc
Nasr Electric Inc
4.9(
276
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nasr is wonderful! His guys did a great job with the panel which was old and as it turned out, replaced just in the nick of time as there were melted parts inside that could have started a fire! The wrong surge protector was installed so Nasr came back to put in the correct one. He is very friendly, communicative and easy to work with and does high quality work. I'm very happy with my new electrical panel."
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+19

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ahmad Electrical Service
5.0(
64
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ahmad is a talented electrician with a keen eye for safety and electrical code. He identified and fixed many “good enough” wiring from past contractors, took the time to explain the challenges, and gave me options to resolve it. I am satisfied with his work and would hire him again."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CoreTrade Electric Company
4.9(
50
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony Cuellar was fantastic! In a relatively short time, he and his partner diagnosed the problem and fixed my electrical issue. I highly recommend CoreTrade Electrical Services. They are HONEST, hardworking electricians. You can trust them to do a good job at a reasonable price."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Varco Electric
5.0(
31
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fabulous job and I would recommend them to anyone!! The crew was professional and definitely knew what they were doing. Even from the beginning when I was looking to upgrade my old electric panel, they showed me different options and didn’t try to sell me anything I didn’t need. 10 out of 10 would highly recommend!"
Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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NEC Electric
4.6(
14
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very easy to work with Joe to finalize a quote and get the job scheduled. Once onsite, Carlos and his colleague knew exactly what to do and how to run the new electric circuit across the house from the electrical panel to the garage. The installed the EV charger we had purchased separately exactly how we wanted it. Everything worked perfectly. They even went the extra mile to come back and patch the garage drywall where they had made a few holes to run the cable even though it was not included in the job initially. Overall very happy with both the price we paid and the quality of the work. Will hire again for any electrical work we'll need."
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+9

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Plus Electric
4.8(
121
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work wasn't an electric wiring upgrade. There were no choices that matched what was done. I needed heating cables removed from a circuit breaker. I was originally quoted $150, but since I didn't need them to change the actual circuit breaker, the cost was only $100. That's less than service under my home warrantee!"
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+98

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cody Malone Services LLC
5.0(
358
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve had come to assess another electrical issue in our home. At that time, we also discussed the panel replacement with him. Steve and Julie worked with us and were very considerate of our holiday schedule. They answered all our questions, and emails were answered immediately. Steve explained what would be involved, and gave us a very reasonable estimate. Steve came on time, worked carefully and efficiently, and finished the installation within the estimated time he'd given us. He also cleaned up well afterward. We are very impressed with Julie and Steve's professionalism. We would definitely hire them again, and would recommend them to others."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Absolute Electric LLC
4.7(
338
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ryan was fantastic-very professional, worked quickly, was extremely knowledgeable, and explained a lot about the timer he installed. I will definitely contact Absolute Electric again."
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+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Sterling, 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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