Electrical companies, compared city by city
Home Pros Insider compares local electricians using public, checkable facts: verified contact details, reviews, published warranties, availability and credentials. Every point in a study links to its source and shows the date it was checked.
City studies
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What every company is scored on
| Verified address and phone | The business can be reached and the listing details match across Google, its website and directories. |
|---|---|
| Review rating and volume | Google rating and number of reviews, read together; a high rating on few reviews counts for less. |
| Years in business | Only when the business states it publicly or a public record shows it. |
| Published warranty or guarantee | Written terms on the website, not a vague promise. |
| Emergency or after-hours service | Stated on the website or Google profile. |
| Licensing, insurance and certifications | Stated publicly and checkable where the trade or town requires a license. |
How to choose an electrician
Hire licensed. Electrical work is licensed in most places and many jobs (panel upgrades, new circuits, EV chargers) need a permit and inspection. Ask for the license number and who pulls the permit.
Panel upgrades and EV chargers. The quote should state the panel size, whether the utility needs to be involved, the permit and inspection, and the warranty.
Warning signs to call about now: breakers that trip repeatedly, warm or discolored outlets, burning smells, flickering that affects the whole house.
Get the scope in writing, including any wall patching after rewiring.