Whether it's a single outlet or a full panel upgrade, Waukesha Electrical Company handles the full range of residential and commercial electrical work in Waukesha and the surrounding area. Homeowners, landlords, property managers, and business owners all call us when something goes wrong or when a property needs new electrical work done right. We are available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, so you are not waiting until Monday to get answers.
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Electrical work covers a wide range of jobs, from a single dead outlet to a full rewire of a home or commercial space. We handle outlet and switch installation, GFCI and AFCI protection upgrades, ceiling fan installation, light fixture replacement, dimmer switch installation, dedicated appliance circuits, and code-compliant wiring throughout. Whether a room needs a single new circuit or a property needs its wiring brought up to current standards, we scope the job on the call and explain what it involves before anything is scheduled.
We work on homes of all ages and on commercial properties across Waukesha County. No pressure and no gimmicks, just safe, solid wiring.
Flickering lights, outlets that stopped working, breakers that trip repeatedly, a burning smell near an outlet or panel, sparks from a receptacle or breaker box, half the house losing power at once. These are the calls we get most often, and each one points to something specific that needs to be traced before any part is replaced.
A diagnostic visit starts with listening to what you noticed and when. From there, we work through the circuit to find the actual source. The fault is traced before anything is replaced. You hear what we found, what it means, and what fixing it involves. Customers who have dealt with electrical problems before know how much that explanation matters.
Electrical problems don't wait, and neither do we, which is why pricing is handled on the call rather than after you have already committed to a visit. When you call about a panel upgrade, an EV charger installation, recessed lighting, or an electrical inspection, you get a rate on the phone based on what the job involves. You know what it covers before anything is scheduled.
Cost questions are common and reasonable. Panel upgrade costs, hourly rates, the price to install a Level 2 EV charger, what an electrical safety inspection runs. Ask any of them and you get a straight answer. Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
Wisconsin winters put real pressure on electrical systems. Extended sub-freezing temperatures, ice storms, and heavy wind events drive multi-day outages across Waukesha County every year. At the same time, the area's older housing stock carries electrical panels and wiring that were not sized for today's loads. The three services below come up constantly here because of exactly that combination.
When a winter storm knocks out power for two or three days, a standby generator is not a luxury. We handle the electrical side of backup generator hookups: running the dedicated circuit, installing the transfer switch, verifying panel capacity, and connecting the standby unit so it switches over cleanly when the grid goes down. Load calculations are part of the process, so the generator is matched to what the panel can carry. If you are considering a whole-house generator hookup or need a transfer switch installed for an existing unit, call for a quote and we will explain what the job involves at your property.
Many homes in Waukesha County are running on panels that were installed decades ago, sized for loads that bear no resemblance to what a modern household draws. Add an EV charger, a heat pump circuit, or a set of new appliances and an undersized panel becomes a real problem. A 200-amp service upgrade replaces the outdated panel, handles service entrance work, and gives the home the capacity it actually needs. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and a panel upgrade is one of the jobs where that shows most clearly. Grounding, bonding, and subpanel work are all part of what we handle when the scope calls for it.
Frozen pipes and roof ice dams are routine winter risks in this area. Heat tape systems protect pipes in unheated spaces, garages, and crawl spaces, but they need a dedicated circuit and outdoor-rated wiring to run safely and reliably. We handle the electrical supply side: running the circuit, installing the weatherproof outlet or connection point, and making sure the wiring meets the demands of continuous outdoor use through a Wisconsin winter. If you are adding freeze protection to a garage or an exposed run of pipe, the electrical hookup is where we come in.
Older homes in the area frequently turn up knob-and-tube wiring or aluminum branch circuit wiring during renovations or inspections. Whole-house rewiring replaces that wiring with modern, code-compliant cable. Aluminum wiring remediation addresses the connection points where aluminum meets devices and fixtures, reducing the risk that comes with that combination. If a home inspection flagged the wiring or a renovation is exposing what is behind the walls, this is a good time to deal with it.
Outdoor and specialty lighting is another high-volume category. Recessed lighting installation, under-cabinet lighting, security lighting, motion sensor lights, and landscape lighting wiring all come through regularly. We run the circuits, install the fixtures, and handle the weatherproofing where the work is outdoors.
EV charger installation has grown steadily as more households add electric vehicles. A Level 2 home EV charger requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit and enough panel capacity to support it. We assess the panel, run the circuit, and wire the charger. If the panel needs an upgrade first, we handle that as part of the same project.
Whole-home surge protection at the panel level protects appliances and electronics from voltage spikes that travel through the utility line. It is a single installation that covers the entire home, and it pairs well with a panel upgrade or any time new electronics are a concern.
Electrical safety inspections cover the panel, the branch circuits, outlets, grounding, and visible wiring. They are useful before buying a home, after a renovation, when a property has not been inspected in years, or when something feels off but no single symptom has appeared yet.
Specialty room and space wiring covers kitchen circuit upgrades, bathroom electrical work, garage outlet installation, workshop wiring, basement wiring, and dedicated hot tub circuits. A hot tub requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit with a disconnect, and we handle the electrical hookup from the panel to the connection point. Call and we'll handle the lights, outlets, and panel.
Garage and block-heater circuits are common requests here, along with well-pump circuits for properties outside the municipal water system. Snow-melt system wiring is another cold-climate job we handle, running the circuits that feed heating elements in driveways and walkways.
When the power goes out or something stops working in a wall, the call you make matters. Someone who knows the trade answers, can ask the right questions, and can scope the job before a visit is ever scheduled. We treat your home the way we would want ours treated, and that carries through from the first call to the work itself.
We work across Waukesha County, including Pewaukee, Brookfield, Menomonee Falls, New Berlin, Oconomowoc, Mukwonago, Sussex, and Hartland. Residential calls, commercial work, landlord and property management accounts, small businesses. We are available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends, so scheduling around a work week is not the obstacle it can be elsewhere.
We cover the full range of residential and commercial electrical work, including repairs and troubleshooting, outlet and switch installation, lighting, ceiling fans, wiring, dedicated circuits, panel upgrades, EV charger installation, whole-home surge protection, backup generator hookups, and electrical safety inspections.
If you are not sure whether a job falls within what we do, call (262) 955-2829 and we will tell you on the spot. We serve Waukesha and the surrounding communities throughout Waukesha County.
Yes. We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers, and business owners across Waukesha and Waukesha County. Commercial work includes panel and service upgrades, lighting installation, dedicated circuits, and outlet work for offices, retail spaces, and tenant buildouts. Landlords and property managers can call us for unit turnovers, GFCI upgrades, and any wiring conditions that come up between tenants.
Stop using the outlet or circuit immediately and do not plug anything else into it. If the panel itself is buzzing or warm, avoid touching it and turn off any high-draw appliances on that circuit if you can do so safely.
Call us at (262) 955-2829 and describe what you are seeing.
We will help you assess how urgent the situation is and what steps to take while you wait.
When you call, someone who knows the trade answers and asks about what you are seeing, where it is happening, and how long it has been going on. From that conversation, we scope the job and give you a price before anything is put on the calendar. You know what the work involves and what it will cost before we schedule a visit.
We are available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends. That means you do not have to wait until Monday to get a price or get on the schedule.
Call (262) 955-2829 any day within those hours and we will work through what the job involves.
It depends on the scope of the work and what the current schedule looks like. Smaller repairs and single-circuit jobs often move faster than larger panel upgrades or rewiring projects that need more planning. Call and ask what the schedule allows for your address and the type of work you need.
The main factors are the scope of the work, the condition of the existing wiring, and whether the panel has the capacity to support what is being added. A straightforward outlet replacement is a different job from tracing a fault through an older home with deteriorating wiring. We work through those variables on the call so the price you get reflects what the job actually involves.
Clearing reasonable access to the panel, the work area, and any outlets or fixtures we will be working on helps the visit go smoothly. If we are doing panel work, make sure the area around the panel is accessible and that you know where the main shutoff is. We will let you know on the call if there is anything specific to prepare for your job.
The price covers the work scoped on the call. We walk through what the job involves and what drives the cost before anything is scheduled. If conditions at the property change the scope, we explain that before proceeding. You are not committing to anything until you have a clear picture of what the work covers.
Scheduling a service call is simple.
Call (262) 955-2829, describe what you are seeing, and get a price and a plain explanation of what the work involves. We are available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
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Electrical problems show up in all shapes and sizes, from a single dead outlet to a panel that can no longer carry the load a modern home puts through it. We handle the full range of residential and commercial electrical work across Waukesha and the surrounding county, every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM. The table below covers what each service involves, who it fits best, and what is worth knowing before you call. Call for a quote and we will scope the job on the phone before anything is scheduled.
| Service Type | What It Covers | Ideal For | Worth Knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | Panel-mounted surge device installation, Protection for all circuits in the home, Pairing with panel upgrades | Homes with sensitive electronics or appliances vulnerable to voltage spikes | Surge damage from utility switching events or lightning is not always immediately visible. Panel-mounted protection is the most effective option and installs in a single visit. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | 240-volt circuits for dryers and ovens, Refrigerator and large appliance circuits, Electrical supply circuits for AC units | Homes adding or replacing major appliances that need their own circuit | A dedicated circuit runs from the panel to a single appliance without sharing load. For AC units, we handle the circuit, the disconnect, and the panel capacity needed to feed the unit. |
| Wiring and Circuit Installation | New circuit runs from the panel, Home rewiring for older wiring types, Knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring assessment | Older homes with degraded wiring or properties adding new circuits | Knob-and-tube wiring runs without a ground and uses insulation that degrades over time. Aluminum branch-circuit wiring carries its own risks at connections. Both are handled here. |
| Backup Generator Installation | Transfer switch installation, Panel wiring and circuit isolation, Generator connection point wiring | Waukesha County homes preparing for winter outages from ice storms and high winds | A transfer switch is required to prevent backfeed onto the utility line. We size the load calculation as part of the hookup so the generator is matched to what the panel can carry. |
| Outlet and Switch Installation | Standard and GFCI outlet installation, AFCI outlet and breaker upgrades, Dimmer switch compatibility and installation | Homeowners, landlords, and property managers updating devices or adding outlets | GFCI protection is required in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations. A failed GFCI in one spot can cut power to outlets in unexpected places. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | Fan and wiring installation, Ceiling box upgrade where needed, Switch and control wiring | Rooms without an existing ceiling box or with an undersized junction box | Fans require a rated ceiling box to handle the weight and movement. If one is not in place, we install it as part of the same visit. |
| Electrical Panel and Service Upgrades | 200-amp service upgrade, Load calculation and panel sizing, Subpanel additions for garages or additions | Homes adding EV chargers, electric heating circuits, or significant new load | A 100-amp panel that was adequate years ago often falls short once modern appliances and charging equipment are in the picture. We confirm capacity before the work starts. |
| Heat Tape Installation | Dedicated circuit sized to tape wattage, Weatherproof outdoor connections, Breaker selection for continuous load | Homes with vulnerable pipe runs in unheated spaces or roof edges prone to ice dams | Heat tape circuits must be rated for continuous outdoor use through a Wisconsin winter. The circuit runs from the panel to the tape connection point with weatherproof terminations throughout. |
| Electrical Repairs and Troubleshooting | Dead outlets and failed devices, Breaker faults traced to source, Flickering or intermittent power | Any home or business with an unexplained electrical fault | We trace the fault before replacing anything, which keeps a small repair from becoming a larger job. |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed and LED retrofit lighting, Outdoor security and motion-sensor fixtures, Landscape lighting circuits | Interior upgrades and exterior security or accent lighting | Exterior wiring requires weatherproof connections and the right circuit protection. We handle both the wiring and the fixture in a single visit. |
| Breaker and Panel Service | Breaker replacement and testing, AFCI and GFCI breaker upgrades, Panel inspection and load check | Homes with breakers that trip repeatedly or panels showing signs of age | A breaker that trips under normal load may be worn out or responding to a wiring fault downstream. Both possibilities get checked. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | Panel, wiring, and grounding assessment, GFCI and AFCI protection check, Inspection of older wiring types | Buyers of older properties, post-renovation reviews, and homes that have not had a professional look in years | An inspection covers the panel, branch circuits, outlets, and visible wiring throughout the home. It is often the starting point when something feels off but no single fault has surfaced. |
Call (262) 955-2829 and we will walk through what the work involves, confirm the price, and get you on the schedule.
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