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Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
48
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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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Klein Electric LLC
4.9(
22
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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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
Avatar for Cawiamca Heating, Cooling, and Electrical
Cawiamca Heating, Cooling, and Electrical
5.0(
92
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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
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cawiamca, LLC
5.0(
43
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ron and his team have been a real pleasure to work with. I had water damaged in my master bath that turned into a master bedroom floor replacement, a lower level drywall replacement in 3 rooms and a complete master bathroom remodel. Ron worked with me through every step of the renovations. From initial inspection to renovation ideas to improve the functionality of the bathroom. Put me in contact with a great design specialist for materials for the bathroom. I have worked with other teams before and they can not compare to the high quality and professional attitude of Ron and his team. I am a bit of a perfectionist and noted things that I wasn t sure about but Ron s team or Ron would quickly answer my questions or work with me to improve the design and/or the things I wanted done differently. His team noted small things around the house and took care of them without asking or adding cost to the project. I had a few pieces of drywall tape in other rooms that had started to work there way off and his guys redid them and paint the area. Ron and his team have made this project very easy for my family and I. They are efficient and have a true art for their trade. They produce a high quality product. They always maintained a clean environment while they are working. Ensuring that they clean up their work site at the completion of everyday. Respectful and polite during every conversation. Work with me to answer my questions and fix the issues I note throughout the project. Returns phone calls quickly normally within a few minutes. Or he will come over to the house to answer my questions in person. And show me his thoughts so we can brainstorm the best results together. I would HIGHLY recommend using them for any home improvement project you may have. I will definitely be using them again when we decide to move onto the next home improvement project. Great friendly company of professionals."
Steam Boiler
New Boiler Install
New Home Saybrook
Custom built in in progress
Addition in progress

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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Beltran Electric
5.0(
19
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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
Panel Change
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JL Electric LLC
JL Electric LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Are you looking for high quality, professional electrical work done at competitive prices?\n\nWith 18 years of experience, JL Electric provides residential, commericial, industrial and solar services including: removal and reinstallation of solar systems, service upgrades, generator hook up installation, general residential wiring and all other electrical needs!\n\nNow servicing all of CT, but local to Windham County! Let us provide high quality and reliable workmanship to your home or workplace!

Tesla Charger Install
Tesla Charger Install
Generator Transfer
Generator Transfer
Outside lights

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Biagiarelli Electric
5.0(
5
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Serving Waterford, CT and surrounding areas

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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
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Waterford, CT

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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