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Tasho Electric
4.9(
39
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aris is very competent and knowledgeable about electrical wiring and doing it right, goes the extra mile and works any problem until its resolved. He is responsive and friendly"
Ambient Lights
4'' LED Lights
Soffit LED Lights
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bright Room Electric, Inc.
5.0(
20
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outdoor electrical outlet kept tripping the GFCI frequently but with no apparent pattern. Couldn't tell if it was the items plugged into the GFCI, the GFCI itself, another GFCI on the same line, or something else. The technician was very methodical in his approach and was able to identify the problem as a bad underground line between two of the GFCIs. Not an easy one to solve. The wires were inside metal conduit but somehow water had gotten inside the conduit. Once the cause was determined, he knew exactly what needed to be done. The technician was professional, easy to talk to and did an excellent job. Pricing was very reasonable. I am very pleased with the work and would call them again for future electrical needs."
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting

+43

Response time3 hrs
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Neighborhood Electric
4.5(
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Neighborhood Electric crew was on time; worked quickly and efficiently. They kept us informed as to what was being done and asked us questions to be sure they were doing the job as we wanted it. Very pleased with their work and the results."
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Additional Photos

+50

40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
A to Z Electrical Svc
4.4(
121
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Start to finish the A To Z Electrical Company is the best electrical team we have hired. Millie is such a pleasure to work with. She is efficient, courteous, and friendly. She helps to make things work seamlessly. Bob Iovino understood exactly what needed to be done and did everything in a professional manner. He squeezed me in although he had a very busy schedule. He is courteous, friendly, and in no time he had the job done and it was done right. It truly was a pleasure doing business with him and the company. We recommend them highly."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Mr Electric of Lombard
5.0(
17
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Communication was great throughout. Timely arrival. Eric and Angel were very professional and knowledgeable. Provided a wealth of information on the immediate project as well as information about our electrical panel and possible safety issues related to that. Would definitely utilize their services again and recommend them to others."
Panel update
ceiling fan replacement
illuminated switch
Old Fuse Panel
Updated Breaker Panel.

+18

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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SS&E Electric LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Incredibly helpful on a basement grounding issue and replacing some outdoor outlets. I'll definitely be contacting SSE Electric for all my future electrician needs."
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+6

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Imperial electric
5.0(
17
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Serving Villa Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Daniel addressed a not so straightforward switch replacement that I had botched. Not only did have to install it right but also had to diagnose and replace the circuit breaker in the panel. He also had to further diagnose a wire that had been melted and address that as well. He showed great problem solving skills, cleaned up and was extremely professional and friendly. Even though the job took much longer than expected, he still only charged what he had initially stated. Would hire again."
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Villa Park, IL

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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