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Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.9(
45
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very responsive business and communicated every step of the way. From what he diagnosed I had a bad wire in the ceiling of the garage that shut my breaker off and wouldnâ t reset. I had no lights or plugs in the basement for days as I tried to figure it out myself. He came in and was easily able to diagnose, fix, and get it all back up minus the one plug that relies on the one dead wire. Iâ ll be putting that in since Iâ m taking my ceiling down anyways. He has all the experience needed and professionalism a master electrician is. Definitely will hire again and will recommend to anyone who needs an electrician."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O'Connell's Electrical Contractors
5.0(
13
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike re-wired my basement outlets at my apartment. He figured out that all of them were wired incorrectly. Not only did he restore power to my basement outlets, he prevented an electrical fire from the previous incorrect wiring. He also installed a new bathroom fan/light combo, with Bluetooth speaker capabilities and multiple led light colors. He was efficient, fairly priced and honest. Highly recommend! Thank you again Mike!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Calkins Electric LLC
4.9(
138
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wish I hired him to inspect my home before buying, as he was able to catch a lot of issues missed by my inspector. He quickly came to the house and fixed my dryer's faulty electrical wiring. I plan to use him again for many other projects I have planned. Very happy with his service. He even gives a military discount :)"
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Klein Electric LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"“Klein Electric ran the wires and terminated for my new EV charger I purchased, they made the job easier than I thought and within my schedule!” It costs $900 and took like 4 hours."
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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
Avatar for Beltran Electric
Beltran Electric
5.0(
16
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Outstanding customer service. Very professional and reasonably priced. Would hire Beltran electric again for future projects without a doubt."
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Panel Change
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cawiamca Heating, Cooling, and Electrical
Cawiamca Heating, Cooling, and Electrical
5.0(
90
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used these guys for six or seven projects now and they are amazing. I have used them both for heating and cooling and their electrical services. John and Brian are amazing electricians and more importantly just great and fun to be around people. I would recommend them to literally anyone and I trusted them to work on my parents home. My lifelong contractor told me that they were the best electricians he's ever worked with. I really cannot sing their praises highly enough and if you have any hesitation about them I hope my review is somewhat helpful in allaying them. Their work quality is top notch and they're professionalism cannot be beat."
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Response time8 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Cawiamca, LLC
Cawiamca, LLC
5.0(
43
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Posted a job for a boiler replacement on homeadvisor on thursday and got a call in less than half an hour. Ron, one of the owners, said he could come take a look on saturday morning. I got a quote on monday. I decided to hire them on friday. Jeremy the boiler specialist and other co owner came by the the next day to take a few more pictures and check on a few other things. The boiler we decided on was a special order and took a few weeks to arrive. It came in on a monday and was installed by thursday. They started on thursday morning with a two man crew. Around lunch the Jeremy came by to see how things were going. Around 2pm an other two guys showed up to help. At about 3:30 the co owner and boiler specialist came by to oversee the final part of the install and operational testing. I was originally told it would be a two day install. They didn't just replace the boiler, they replaced the expansion tank, dual zone control box, etc. They worked until around 7pm to get it all done in one day. They bled all the radiators in the house and made sure they were heating properly. They took all the old parts with them and left no trash behind. Everybody from this company was extremely professional. They arrived within five minutes of the time they said they would be at my house. Nobody could beat the quote they gave me for the install. Any questions I had were responded to in 30 minutes or less. The install looks amazing so much shiny copper pipe. Cawiamca gave me a 3 year warranty where they will take care of all the labor and parts if anything goes wrong. This was by far the best experience I have ever had with a company coming to my house to do something.They performed consistently above my expectations. They will be the first people I call if I need any more work done on my heating system. I highly recommend Cawiamca."
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for FO Electric LLC
FO Electric LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These are professional people and very friendly. They do exceptional work. This is my second time using their service....and I'd I ever need any electrical services in the future these would be who I could call first. "
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Biagiarelli Electric
Biagiarelli Electric
5.0(
5
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Biagiarelli designed, installed a complete network with smart home automation. I asked Ben to use Homeseer and he did a great job. He also programmed Smart Pool Hayward. This was a very complex project which also included 200+ speakers, 32 zones of sonos, complete wife install, new alarm, under cabinet lighting, outdoor landscaping lighting and so much more. I highly recommend Biagiarelli Electric, especially if you need a technologically inclined electrician. He is friendly, knowledgable and reliable for installations and support :-)"
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Response time8 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Waterford, CT

While homeowners with substantial electrical knowledge might technically attempt a subpanel installation, most local building departments require permits and inspections for this type of work. Professional electricians understand local code requirements, can obtain necessary permits, and ensure the installation meets safety standards. Given the significant safety risks associated with incorrect electrical work, most homeowners benefit from hiring a licensed professional.

A standard subpanel installation takes an average of four to eight hours. This timeframe may extend if you're installing multiple subpanels or adding specialized circuits like those for spa equipment. Factors such as difficult access points, complex wiring paths, or permit processing times can also affect the overall project duration.

Adding a subpanel doesn't directly reduce electricity consumption or lower your utility bills. A subpanel simply redistributes power from your main panel to additional circuits. However, organizing your electrical system more efficiently may help prevent overloaded circuits and the associated problems. For actual cost savings, consider energy-efficient appliances and lighting instead.

The appropriate subpanel size depends on your specific electrical requirements. Consider the number and type of devices you'll be powering, potential future needs, and the capacity of your main electrical panel. An electrician can perform a load calculation to determine the most suitable amperage rating for your situation, ensuring you have adequate power without overpaying for unnecessary capacity.

A main electrical panel connects directly to your utility's power supply and contains your home's primary service disconnect. It distributes electricity throughout your entire house. A subpanel, by contrast, receives power from the main panel and redistributes it to a specific area of your home. Think of the main panel as the primary distribution point and the subpanel as a secondary branch that extends your electrical system's reach.

While electrical upgrades aren't as immediately visible as kitchen or bathroom renovations, they can contribute to your home's functionality and safety. Prospective buyers often appreciate updated electrical systems that can accommodate modern power demands. A properly installed subpanel that provides additional capacity for workshops, home offices, or future expansions could be an attractive feature for certain buyers, though the direct impact on home value varies by market.

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