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Avatar for Cormier Electrical Service
Cormier Electrical Service
4.8(
125
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"John came on a weekend to accommodate our busy schedule. He completed the work quickly and made sure he cleaned up after. I will be using him again in the future with any other electrical issues we need."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OnTheGrid Electric , LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired OnTheGrid for multiple projects and am always satisfied with their work. Doug and Mark are honest and fair, and won't do a job the wrong way. They are my first choice in electrical contractors, and I will be reaching out to them again soon."
Standby generator automatic transfer switch with main panel
Landscape lighting
Fuse panels to be removed in multifamily house with external circuit switches (via insurance requirement)
Portable generator panel interlock
Lighting for a parking lot

+16

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
48
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Serving West Hartford, 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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Power Forward LLC
4.8(
24
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I really loved working with Power Forward. We needed a 50A external connector and interlock fitted for a portable generator, a new floodlight and a smart doorbell wired up. Ian Stewart responded immediately to my request for a quote and was very helpful going over my options and discussing generators at length to ensure I was going to be set up right and I was able to get a fair and detailed quote very quickly. After accepting online, Morgan was very helpful setting up the appointment and Chris Woosley, who was the technician that came around to install everything, was also very knowledgeable, enthusiastically answered all my questions and worked diligently and neatly. Everything was clean and neat after he'd finished. With excellent communication, extremely detailed quote, friendly employees and easy one click online pay options after the job was complete, I was extremely impressed at how slick each part of the process was and the service that I received. Thanks so much! Power Forward are definitely our go-to electricians from now on."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Swanson Electric, LLC
5.0(
31
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"​"I had a great experience with Swanson Electric. They arrived exactly when they said they would and conducted themselves with total professionalism throughout the job. The work was completed precisely as quoted, with fair and transparent pricing. It’s rare to find such a dependable trade professional—I highly recommend them for any electrical needs.""
Panel
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Crown Joules Electric, LLC
5.0(
65
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired them to connect a Sauna oven to the electrical panel. They showed up on time, did a very good, quality job, cleaned up the workspace and stayed with the quoted price."
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vega Electric LLC
4.6(
11
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"This is a wonderful company. Very friendly, knowledgeable, great pricing and quick response. Very respectful to you and your home. They go above and beyond to please the customer. I was very happy with their performance. I would definitely recommend Vega Electric LLC!!"
Service upgrade
Service upgrade
Bathroom exhaust Fan
Light replacement
Light replacement

+2

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
Avatar for Adam Electric
Adam Electric
4.7(
70
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam was great. I needed to have two lights & wiring separated as they were not functioning properly. Did a great job and was a great value."
Response time3 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Supreme Electric, LLC
Supreme Electric, LLC
4.1(
122
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Serving West Hartford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was excellent, respectful of property and very professional. The work was completed timely and to my great satisfaction. I would definitely use Supreme Electric again and I highly recommend this company."
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Recessed and pendant lighting
Home theatre wiring and lighting
Whole house generator wiring
Generator install

+49

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in West Hartford, 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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