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    EE
    Asheville, NC·

    Electrical, Solar, Electrical

    "Carey did a great job! Reasonable, timely and accurate. I would definitely recommend and would hire again"

    Floyd D. in March 2024

    James Tracy Electric, LLC Logo
    Hendersonville, NC·

    Residential & Commercial, Electrical Contractor-Licensed, Repairs & Installations

    "James was excellent. Completed several jobs for us. He is organized, efficient, and contentious. We have already called him back to complete additional projects."

    Al Q. in November 2020

    PL
    Swannanoa, NC·

    Electrical

    "David was able to install a 100 Amp line to a subpanel in order for me to install a 48 amp plug-in hybrid charger (EVSE). This required installing a subpanel with breakers. David also installed a 30 Amp receptacle with weather-proof cover so that we can charge both our car or RV and keep it secured. David worked with me to obtain the proper permits and to pass inspection. David also worked with me to install my prefered RV receptacle cover and, per my request, ensure that the 30 Amp breaker was GFCI. David did great work and the install is clean and looks great."

    Brooke H. in December 2021

    CE
    Weaverville, NC·

    Panel Upgrades, Lighting Design, Electric vehicles , and 9 more

    "Responded to our request for a quote almost immediately and was able to install our EV charger the next day! Affordable, friendly, and fast!"

    Selah B. in November 2023

    BE
    Marshall, NC·

    "Excellent work. Examined site thoroughly and determined that the AC unit was not plugged into the right outlet. Saved me several hundred dollars for an extra unneeded line. Diagnosed and fixed a hall light switch in 20 minutes. Highly recommend for their professionalism, helpfulness, and prompt arrival."

    BEBB4C4F8396E069E8F11409C13DDC3411AAE379436DCC214F94C311FD56CA3C 3. in April 2025

    Forge Mountain Electric, LLC Logo
    Mills River, NC·

    Electrical, Generac certified sales, service & installation

    "Forge Mountain Electric is a premier business. Ben is extremely knowledgeable and detailed in his job performance. He explained every aspect of what he was going to do. He recommended a few additional things that needed to be taken care of in our electrical wiring. They were Punctual and professional. Chris is friendly and organized. He was very thorough and fast to provide estimates and invoice information. Forge Mountain Electric will be our go-to for all our electric installation and repair needs. We highly recommend them to everyone."

    Chad B. in June 2020

    BR
    Leicester, NC·

    Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade, 15 year experience

    "I had an excellent experience with Blue Ridge Electrical! They did a fantastic job installing my car charger. The team was professional, efficient, and very knowledgeable. They completed the installation quickly and ensured everything was working perfectly. I highly recommend their services for anyone in need of electrical work!"

    Ethan M. in August 2024

    Raycraft Electric Co. Logo
    Marion, NC·

    Troubleshooting and assessments, Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair, Panel Upgrades

    "on time .solved my problems. I added needed work to the original problem and every thing was taken care of"

    herbert G. in June 2020

    GE
    Kings Mountain, NC·

    electrical

    "Gator Electric switched out 4 lights and one ceiling fan. Work was done quickly , at a reasonable price. Another project is upcoming and Gator Electric will be called."

    ACDAA13D3FC3C3EEF98BB46597699DBAD825869A03CFB40FF4423031A3457E91 B. in March 2025

    Lightning Defense, LLC (North Carolina) Logo
    Zephyrhills, FL·

    Lightning Protection, NO ELECTRICAL WORK

    "John Sherlock and his wife Corrine called within 1/2 hour of looking for Lightning Rod installers. He was available and was over to talk with us within one hour. He sent all his credentials and licenses and insurance coverages of his business and they came over the next morning and completed the installation extremely fast. He gave a fantastic offer, and lifetime warranty coverage and will even come over and take down system when we replace the roof and place back up at no charge! His wife even saw some plants we had not put in the garden still sitting in containers, and offered and planted them in the spaces we wanted, just to help out. Very friendly, helpful, professional, extremely knowledgeable and even suggested adding Lakeland Electrics Surge Protector protection they provide to go along with the Lightning rods. Yes would have them again on any home anytime."

    David and Linda G. in November 2017

    Sound Solutions of WNC, LLC Logo
    Burnsville, NC·

    Security Surveillance Systems, Professional Audio and Live Stream Event Services, Audio Visual Services , and 2 more

    "Responded quickly,installed a 55in TV over a solid masonry fireplace, hiding wires. Used the mounting frame I had. Clean work done in less than a day. Highly recommended."

    Ann W. in November 2018

    Total Tech Solutions, LLC Logo
    Fletcher, NC·

    Home & Business Networking, Audio/Visual, Servers , and 2 more

    "Nashden of Total Tech Solutions is the consummate professional. I selected him from Angis list or some other similar source (do not recall) to install a home theater system, both audio and visual... So, it was without a personal recommendation. As it turned out, I could not have been happier. He was on time, went right to work, and stayed on target until the project was finished. He was very patient, responded to all of our questions, and taught us how to use the equipment. He was extremely pleasant and a good listener. Highly recommended."

    Howard S. in June 2021

    ALP Systems, Inc. Logo
    Waynesville, NC·

    Lightning Protection, Electrical Engineering & Design, Surge Suppression , and 2 more

    "These guys are off-the-charts good. Since this is going to be long, I'm going to give you the punch line first. HomeAdvisor has helped me find several good contractors in the past. The experience I just had with lighting rods has taught me that you can't always take customer reviews at face value. A 5-star review from a person who lacks the knowledge to accurately evaluate the work probably means nothing more than the contractor showed up on time and was likable. MAYBE THE POSITIVE REVIEWS WERE BOUGHT WITH GIFTS (or the promise of gifts), which I'm pretty confident was the case with my first selection for this job. You can see with your own eyes that a drywall repair looks good, but - if you're like most of us - you'll have no idea whether or not a lightning protection system has been installed properly. As you know, HomeAdvisor provides three Pros to choose from. ALP asked for the plans (my house is under construction) and responded with a detailed quote that I thought was a little on the high side. I got a phone call from the second pro; (the third never contacted me), who happened to be in the area and was able to see my house in person within a couple of days. I thought that was lucky. Boy, was I wrong about that. The guy who came out to the site was nice enough and he was available to do the work that weekend. I thought that was important because there was a limited amount of time to install a concealed system. He also charged a little less money. He did the work, as promised, but it was sloppy beyond belief. The wires weren't visible from the outside, but they were hanging into the house (below the rafters). When I asked about it, he said the guys would have no trouble working around it. They'll cover it up with drywall and crown molding, he said. When I told my contractor on Monday, he said that was BS. That's when I called ALP. Lucky for me, Eric (the owner who's also an engineer) was able to be out there the next day. He was appalled by what he saw. The lightning rods I'd just paid to have installed actually made it MORE likely my house would burn down if it ever got struck by lightning. There were lots of bends - including loops - in the copper wiring that would have resulted in the lightning exiting inside my house. In at least one case, the rod wasn't properly connected to the wire. Eric had his guys at my house two days later. He was with them at the start to make sure they understood what needed to happen. By 2:00 that afternoon the defective system had been removed and a system that actually protects my house from lightning had been installed. Their work was absolutely gorgeous. It took two crews of guys about 6 hours to do the job properly while it took the first guy (he told me he had a couple of guys helping him, but all I have is his word on that) just a little longer to throw up some copper and call it good. I thought I was protected as long as l could see copper wires that connected the rods to the ground. The first pro told me the system he'd just installed on my house was as good as 85% of the houses in the state. For the sake of those homeowners, I hope he was wrong about that. I'm lucky his work was so sloppy. If he'd done nothing more than run the wire through holes he could have drilled in the rafters I would have been happy. I would have FELT safer during a thunderstorm while actually being more at risk. I realize this whole tale makes me look pretty stupid. I wouldn't argue with that. Just t make the same mistake I did. If you're going to pay somebody to protect your home from lightning, pay professionals a fair amount to do the job right."

    Rick A. in September 2019

    Hamilton LP Lightning Rods Logo
    Noblesville, IN·

    Lightning Protection, We are not electrical contractors-we are specialized in the design and installation of lightning protection systems.

    "The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."

    Valerie J. in July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

  • An electrician’s cost per hour comes in between $50 and $100. It’ll vary depending on your location and the type or professional you hire. Areas with a higher cost of living can expect to pay on the higher end of that scale. Licensing level may also increase the price.
  • Usually you’ll pay a higher rate for the first hour. This covers their travel and time expense. Emergency or after-hours rates are usually higher too – expect to pay an emergency fee of up to $300 plus a higher hourly rate.

Electricians do a fair amount of larger remodeling and new construction projects but also common residential projects including:

For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our Electrical Cost Guide.

  1. Do you have a license to perform electrical work in this state?
    All states require an electrical license or work performed under a Master Electrician. You should also ask how many on the job hours of experience they have.
  2. Do you have insurance?
    Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance.
  3. Do you have prior work references?
    You might skip this for small jobs like installing a light or outlet. For larger projects, always get references.
  4. What are your rates?
    Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go.
  5. Who is going to do the actual work?
    Often, a Master Electrician will come out to diagnose and bid on projects, but they have their apprentice and journeyman electricians do the work. This isn’t a terrible thing, in fact it’s common practice. The Master’s license is on the line with any work he supervises.
  6. Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
    Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year.
  7. Are you usually on time?
    Overbooking is a frequent problem with electrical work. Often, a service call goes long, and they end up showing up at your home late. This common complaint is easily remedied with an up-front and honest discussion. If they can’t be on time, make sure they’ll call.

1. Don’t Be Misled by an Electrician’s Hourly Rates

A truly skilled, well-equipped professional with a truck full of parts that charges $100 an hour can be a much wiser choice than an inexperienced hack, working with inadequate tools and no parts, but charging much less. Often, more experienced professionals get the job done quickly with warrantied work.

2. Compare Travel Charges

Rates reflect travel times. Travel charges can have a big impact on your costs and are in some ways easier to compare than hourly rates. Many electricians spend a third or more of their time navigating traffic on their way to a jobsite. Every contractor must find a way to pay for the expense of driving each day.

3. Bundle Repair Jobs Together

When you feel it’s time to call a pro, review your list and then conduct a mini-inspection of your home. Look for faulty switches and dysfunctional or crowded outlets. When the electrician comes, you’ll save money and time by getting everything taken care of at once.

4. How to Prepare & What to Know Before the Electrician Arrives
  • Be as thorough and detailed in describing your needs to your contractor. The more they know, the quicker the job will go.
  • Before they arrive, prepare a precise list of items you want serviced. Electricians have budgeted their time for a service call. They don’t have time for additional requests once they are on site.
  • Make sure the electrical panel box is accessible. You’ll pay for the time it takes to access it.
  • Clear away fragile items, knickknacks and furniture from areas where you expect the them to work.
  • If you have questions about the project, ask them before they start. Most are happy to run you through the problem and the process of fixing it.
  • Ask about potential issues after the work is complete. During a service call a professional will spot any potential hazards.
  • You’ll lose power to parts of your home while they work. Be prepared to pause anything you’re doing during the service call.
  • In most cases you’ll have the option to either pay at the time of service or have a bill sent to you. You’ll be able to pay with cash, credit and sometimes check.
5. Install Money-Saving Electrical Fixtures
  • By switching from ordinary incandescent light fixtures or bulbs to fluorescent or LED ones, you can substantially reduce energy consumption in your home.
  • Motion detector switches can help you save money on outdoor lighting while at the same time providing very cost-effective security to your home.
  • Creative landscape lighting and indoor accent lighting can make your home more appealing to you, your guests and potential buyers in the future.

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Asheville Electricians are rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 323 reviews of 323 pros.

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  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 02/05/24
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Comment: I have 2 light fixtures that I would like to exchange. One will need a dimmer installed
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 02/04/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Hello, I would like to have a 30 amp RV outlet installed on the outside of the side of my garage where I have a parking pad for an RV. Would like to include a weatherproof pedestal box with a built-in 30-amp circuit breaker. Thank you.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 02/04/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 02/04/24
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/31/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Replace dining room chandelier, move a plug, and install some exterior floodlights
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/24/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/23/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: This is for an apartment and I am the landlord. Over the past couple of weeks tenant has had outlets not work. Tenant says one outlet sparked. The apartment house is old so there are fuses and a breaker box. I have replaced one fuse a couple of days ago but tenant says still problems. Need someone on Monday, January 26th as tenant will be home and I can meet there too.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/19/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for repair.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/19/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: NEED TO REPLACE 2 EXISTING OUTDOOR MOTION SENSOR LIGHTS. ONE ON GARAGE AND ONE ON HOUSE. BOTH ABOUT 10 FEET HIGH. I WANT THEM SEALED WITH SILICONE TO MAKE SURE NO ELEMENTS ENTER THEM. I HAVE THE LIGHTS AND SILICONE READY TO GO.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/18/24
    Location: Home
    Already Purchased Station: Yes
    Supports 220v or 240v load: Yes
    Comment: Install a 240V 48 amp Chargepoint charging station in a garage. NOTE: Installer must be a Qmerit certified electrician for me to receive a rebate from the EV manufacturer.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/18/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Need new breaker in breaker panel
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/16/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Troubleshoot doorbell wiring, install up todate doorbell, install security light back porch, & misc
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/14/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Exterior automatic front step lights no longer come on at night. I have installed two new bulbs, but lights still do no come on.
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/13/24
    Location: Home
  • Project Location: Asheville, NC
    Date: 01/11/24
    Location: Home
    Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.

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