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Ten Mile Electric LLC
4.9(
8
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TJ was a great electrician to work with. He’s punctual and professional with affordable prices. He’s my go to guy for electrical issues and he even helped with troubleshooting my solar panels issue when another company messed up my install from two years ago. I didnt even know it but he caught it and fixed it. Super impressed."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SGS Electric
4.6(
32
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Personable and professional. Great at communication in layman's terms. Very helpful with the layout (new construction) and suggesting items I'd overlooked. Great craftsmanship. You never realize just how much goes into a house. It's mid boggling but SGS put my mind at complete ease"
Remodel
kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
kitchen remodel
Kitchen

+9

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ace Electric
5.0(
5
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Customers say: True professional

"Alex wired up my outside lights for half the price that I was quoted by another electrical company. He did great work, was punctual and completed the job quick."
Shed rough in
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Customer asked for industrial covers but if they plan to install drywall the receptacles would still work
Electrical Project

+8

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Reyes Electric
4.9(
9
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company is the best in the valley! The light fixtures he installed in my home look fantastic. Thereâ s no issues or problems whatsoever. This company is excellent with customer service, very efficient, reliable, and very professional. Reyes Electric is the place to go!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Electric, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Quality Electric LLC provides our customers with the best quality work and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Quality Electric LLC is a leader providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
4.1(
9
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brooke White and her team have been a breath of fresh air in getting my solar installation on track with local inspections and the power company! She has gone above and beyond in this process and I would recommend her company for ANY of the areas they are involved. She is a wealth of knowledge in the solar field, and I will recommend Redrock Roof and Solar to EVERYONE! She and her team are there to answer questions all along the way, and are VERY RESPONSIVE to emails and texts. I wish I had chosen them in the first place, as I am sure my project would have been completed in more professional way."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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New Electric, Inc.
4.4(
431
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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"New Electric Denver's Electrician Romy solved and fixed the mystery short from my old electric fuse box, all the way through my entire garage. Two other electricians not with this company had failed to fix everything. He was very professional, reliable, honest, knowledgeable and thorough. I will definitely request him when we start our basement upgrade."
Exterior Lighting
Bowling Alley
Jewelry Store
Bar
Interior Lighting UPGRADE

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Vail, CO

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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