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R&D Electrical
5.0(
15
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryan is an excellent electrician. We asked him to change a switch for bathroom light. He was able to fix potentially dangerous wiring and replace the switch. He also replaced two wall sconces. He is careful and meticulous in his approach to any job. He has done many jobs at our home that other electrical services did not fix. I would reckon highly"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capital District Electric
4.9(
155
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My wife and I couldn’t be happier with our decision to hire Capital District Electric, and we can’t say enough good things about the owner, Eric Smith. We needed our dangerous Federal Pacific electrical panel replaced (search it). Through Angie's List, we contacted several contractors. Eric was the first to reply and the first to come over to give us an estimate. (One didn’t even bother to tell us they weren’t interested in the work.) We liked Eric right away. He’s professional, polite, and personable. He knows his trade and is very good at it. He was here when he said he would be and gone when he said would be, the place left absolutely clean. His work and work ethic are impeccable. I wish I took before and after photos of the two panels. The original one looked like a square bowl of spaghetti, with twisted wires sticking out the top, sides, and bottom. The new one is perfect with all the wires neatly entering the top. It was nice to deal with the owner of the company, rather than someone who’s just doing a job. It would be a big mistake to make a decision about Capital District Electric and Eric based on the two lowest ratings on this site. Obviously they didn’t have work done, and one doesn’t appear to apply to this contractor. They should be taken down. And No, we’re not related to Eric."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
S & S Electric of NY, LLC
5.0(
138
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"S & S Eletric was friendly, reliable, knowledgeable, skilled, and well priced. I had a new outlet installed for a garage door opener and a couple of outlets upgraded "to code." The results were perfect. I will call S and S for any future electric work."
New 200 amp electrical service panel
Existing 100 amp electrical service meter & pa
Exiting 2 meter, 2 panel electrical service
New 2 family, 2 panel circuit breaker service
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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AP Link
5.0(
12
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our house is over 100 years old and we needed help with a number of projects. We needed new outlets, new wiring run, new GFCI secure outlets for the basemen and we needed 2 multipurpose outlets in the living room. We were able to get some pictures while he was working. He was extremely professional, kind, courteous. We still have more to go and Alex will be the one we call! Thanks Alex!"
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet
Outdoor outlet

+121

81 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Koletas Electric
4.9(
55
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an electric car charging station installed in our garage. G&W Electric provided great customer service. They responded immediately and scheduled the job within days. The onsite job was done very professionally and in a timely manner. Mr. Koletas and his co-worker knew exactly what they were doing and handled everything very efficiently. We are very satisfied and can highly recommend their service!"
Attic Sub-panel
Rough in
Panel Upgrade
Conduit
Panel update

+34

Response time3 days
Response rate99%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dig Dug Electric LLC
5.0(
13
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quality work! Frank came out for three jobs.. Two electrical jobs and one outdoor project. 1) installed new lights in my basement and moved the switches to a more logical location. 2) removed an old lamp post outside and shut off the electrical lines that ran to it. When my wife and I decide what kind of lighting we want outside, we will be hiring him again for the install. 3) removed several small-medium boulders from the property. Also moved a large pile of scrap wood to our burn pile (would have taken me hours). Highly recommended for general handyman work and/or small tractor work outside."
New Addition Wiring
2' Retaining Wall
Building Permit
Residential Wiring
Residential Wiring

+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Albany, NY

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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