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Avatar for Cole Electric Inc
Cole Electric Inc
4.8(
421
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am pleased to highly recommend Cole Electric for your electrical work. This week, I suddenly found myself without power in the garage and the apartment above the garage. This not only meant that I could not use my cars, but also that the heat pump, water heater, and two refrigerators in the garage and apartment did not work in what were the 3 coldest days and nights in Hampton Roads this year. I called upon the team at Cole Electric who promptly returned my call, and set up an appointment at a mutually agreeable time. The day of the appointment, Andy called to better understand the problem, so that the technician, Dylan, had the right parts on his truck when he arrived. Dylan was absolutely top notch. He performed a diagnostic of the two junction boxes in the house and garage, tightened all the wires and replaced some circuit breakers that clearly were the wrong type. The process took less than two hours and he explained everything he was doing. He left after double checking that everything worked in the garage and apartment. The next day, Andy texted to make sure everything worked. This was exceptional service and follow up. I am sure to use them again for all my electrical needs. They were prompt, efficient and reasonably priced. I have nothing but praise for their work."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Electrical Techs Corporation
Electrical Techs Corporation
4.7(
35
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Opened door to breaker box to see if any were tripped. Did NOT remove panel or trace short at box. Removed switch cover plate and loosened switch in question. Told me it was a 3 way switch and so we went to another room and flipped some switches to find out that one of the switches was in the off position causing the lights to stay off. Pushed the switch and all was good. The effort took less than 30 minutes total. Invoiced $215. Nice guy but charge was excessive."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Quail Electrical, LLC
Quail Electrical, LLC
5.0(
60
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have had Jeff Quail do prervious electrical work for us. He is our "go to" professional electrician. Jeff Quail is extremely knowledgable, friendly, honest, reliable and charges very reasonable rates for the professional work that he does. We will be using Quail Electrical as our electrician on a future home renovation that we have planned. We Highly Recommend Jeff Quail of Quail Electrical for any of your electrical needs."
Complete Kitchen
Over and under LED Cabinet lighting
LED accent lighting
LED accent lighting
Accent/Pendent/Recessed LED lighting

+46

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
A Real Estate Electric, LLC
4.6(
71
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Levi and his team were very professional and did a great job of diagnosing, explaining, and fixing the issues I had. We were able to have a conversation about potentially upgrading my electrical wiring/service, and he was upfront and honest about the alternatives and what I actually needed. He took the time to explain things, and did not try to push me in a certain direction. I highly recommend!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for TriUs Electric, Inc.
TriUs Electric, Inc.
4.6(
10
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went very well. James was fantastic! Very professional and friendly. Gave advice on how to fix minor electrical issues on my own. Goes above and beyond by letting u know other electrical problems found within the home (he took a picture and showed me....problem was in the attic). Overall, I would used this company again."
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Norva Electric
Norva Electric
4.9(
40
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"John at Norva Electric came over checked all of our breakers today, all electric outlets, tightened the breakers, and replaced important burned wires, etc, etc, etc. He was prompt, direct, funny (NYer), and knows his stuff! I highly recommend Norva Electric for any of your electric-centric needs :) Don't do what we did and wait until the last minute when things just aren't working! Best!"
Meter Replacement
PICRA
PICRA
PICRA
PICRA

+23

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Electric Synergy Partners, LLC
Electric Synergy Partners, LLC
5.0(
9
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

SERVICING HAMPTON ROADS/TIDEWATER AREAS We offer Meterbase & Entrance cable replacement, Parking lot Lighting Services, Installation of Conduit and Electric cable from the transform or pole, Setting and Removal of Utility poles, Pole Setting for pole barn/building structures, Work requiring Bucket and Auger truck, Mini excavator work, Tree trimming and cutting (Bucket access only-no climbing), Some crane lifts ( no higher the 35-40ft and loads under 5000lbs) conductor cable splices, meterbase and Entrance cable inspections. We may be able to assist with other services, please call or email to inquire.

Generator Project
Ceiling Fans Project
Electrical Project
Tree Work
Landscaping Project

+28

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for AMI Electric LLC
AMI Electric LLC
4.7(
19
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tristan White and his crew upgraded our electrical panel and installed Tesla Wall connector. He got the permit, upgraded the Electrical panel to accommodate the tesla charging station. They wired about 100 feet cable from the panel through the attic to the charging station; from the front right of the house to the left back. Tristan has a great work ethic, very professional, and efficient. Above all is his integrity, a man of his word!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for J&CO. Electrical Services LLC
J&CO. Electrical Services LLC
4.8(
21
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. \n \nWe have over 20 years of experience in Electrical been in business for 6 years. We are very punctual and trustworthy. We focus on quality and make sure the customer is 100% satisfied. We come out and give free quotes. And offer 24 hour service. We look forward to earning your business!

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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Norfolk, VA

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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