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Bright Electrical Solutions
5.0(
42
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bright Electrical Solutions did a great job. Replacing ceiling fans and adding a new light fixture to a dark bathroom. They were on time, did a great job, and cleaned up afterwards. Would definitely call them for future jobs."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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STAPLEFORD ELECTRIC
4.7(
86
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was done by Mike Stapleford in the time and manner of a professional electrician with 30 years experience. He cleaned up after himself and was very pleasant. His charge was too low, and I increased the payment to amore reasonable amount. The following day, I gave his name and phone number at my company for use for future work there. I highly recommend Stapleford Electric."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blessing Electric
4.8(
32
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Curt Blessing was a pleasure to work with. He gave a very quick, fair estimate. His team did a very professional job installing our new EV charging station (which was not a simple job because the station is located far from the panel). We will definitely be contacting Blessing Electric for any future electrical needs."
New subpanel
Installation of Electrical Vehicle Charging Station
EV Charging Station
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Galloway Electrical
4.6(
53
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"I am one very Satisfied customer! Chris and Debra of Galloway Electrical arrived early, took a quick look at what needed to be done, provided a very reasonable price that I accepted and grabbed their tools and went to work. They were very thorough, kept us informed of the progress, explained everything and even provided recommendations for future upgrades. Chris and Debra were very professional, courteous, respectful of our property and a pleasure to talk to. My wife and I were very happy with the final product and will definitely hire Galloway Electrical for any future electrical needs! A big "Thank You" to both Chris and Debra!!!"
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Receptacles
Electrical Project
Electrical Project

+76

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spotlight Solar, LLC
4.7(
150
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The professionalism and expertise of Spotlight Electric is unmatched! We, as a healthcare practice, have used a handful of local electrical contractors in the past, and Spotlight Electric is by far the best we have used. From a customer service perspective, they are extremely responsive to all phone calls and emails, and their knowledge of the trade is impressive. Their mechanics are very professional and trustworthy, and they complete work neatly and efficiently. You can tell Spotlight has been in the business for more than 30 years! We highly recommend their services, whether it is for your home or your business. They can do it all."
Response time1 day
438 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Oakes Signature Homes, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable, professional and efficient. I had a air bnb installed on my property and Jason completely separated the electric so the air bnb would be on its own service. He installed a split unit hvac system as well."
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harris Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electrical
3.9(
42
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"We received excellent service from NILES HULL, who performed a pipe repair for a hose attachment in our driveway. The job was $533, and was done well, with pleasant, knowledgeable service. I highly recommend Harris as we've used them for many plumbing and electric projects in recent years. NILES HULL was knowledgeable, caring, and attentive to detail. They stand behind their work. Claudia Kienzle"
Team
Team
Team
Truck
Truck

+8

Response time1 day
389 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
A&A Electric
4.8(
2
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Serving Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am in Realestate business and I always rely on his work. He is very reasonable and professional. He knows what he is doing. New work from scratch to finish or any upgrades or problem solving and fixing the issue. Very knowledgeable and hard working. I prefer to have him work for most of my referrals and never had any complaint about his work ethics. I tried him for my personal projects. I recommend him. Trust worthy honest and hardworking."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Wilmington, DE

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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