Whether it's a single outlet or a full panel upgrade, Waukesha Electrical Company handles residential and commercial electrical work across Waukesha and the surrounding area. Homeowners, landlords, property managers, and business owners all call us for the same reason: they need the work done right, and they want a straight answer on what it involves and what it costs. Plain answers. Clear options. Safe wiring.
From troubleshooting a dead outlet to running dedicated circuits for major appliances, we cover the full range of electrical repair and installation work. Electrical safety inspections, code-compliant wiring, panel upgrades, and diagnostics are all part of what we do.
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Electrical problems don't wait, and neither do we, so we keep the schedule open every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM for exactly these situations. Whether the issue is a tripping breaker or a full rewiring project, the work gets scoped on the call and the price is confirmed before anything is scheduled.
Dead outlets, flickering lights, burning smells, sparking receptacles, hot outlet plates, and warm switch covers all point to something that needs attention before it becomes a bigger problem. We start with diagnostics. The fault is traced before anything is replaced, so you know what went wrong and why, not just what part got swapped out. GFCI and AFCI protection failures, arc-fault breaker trips, and ground-fault issues are common calls we handle regularly. We work through the symptom to the source.
Outlet replacement, GFCI outlet installation in kitchens and bathrooms, AFCI outlet installation in bedrooms, and dimmer switch installation are straightforward jobs we handle in homes and commercial spaces alike. Garage and workshop circuits often need 240V outlets for dryers, ranges, welders, or air compressors. We run the wiring, install the outlet, and confirm it is pulling the right load before we leave.
Indoor lighting work covers recessed lighting, pendant lights, chandelier wiring, and under-cabinet lighting for kitchens and workspaces. Outside, we wire exterior fixtures, security lighting, and motion sensor lights. Landscape lighting wiring is another common request for properties where curb appeal and safety both matter after dark. Ceiling fan installation and ceiling fan wiring round out this category. We handle the wiring, the switch, and the fixture so the job is finished in one visit.
New circuit installation for refrigerators, dryers, washers, ranges, and ovens keeps high-draw appliances on their own breaker and off circuits that were never meant to carry that load. Whole-home rewiring, partial rewiring, knob-and-tube replacement, and aluminum wiring remediation are larger projects that require load calculations, proper grounding and bonding, and attention to how the panel is configured to handle the new demand. We scope all of it on the call so you know what the job involves before anyone shows up.
No pressure and no gimmicks, just safe, solid wiring. Call and we'll handle the lights, outlets, and panel.
When the power goes out, or when a breaker keeps tripping, or when a renovation suddenly needs new circuits, the call lands with us. We work in homes, rental properties, office spaces, and retail buildings across Waukesha County.
On the residential side, that means home repairs, remodel wiring, basement finish electrical, home addition circuits, garage wiring, and bathroom and kitchen electrical work. A bathroom remodel might need a new GFCI circuit and a fan. A finished basement needs outlets, lighting, and possibly a subpanel if the existing panel is already near capacity.
For commercial clients, we handle office electrical repair, retail electrical service, commercial panel work, and code-compliant wiring for businesses that need circuits added or upgraded. Service-entrance and meter upgrades, subpanel installation, and electrical safety inspections for commercial properties are all part of the work.
We treat your home the way we would want ours treated. That same approach carries into every commercial job. The space is left clean, the work is explained, and the next steps are clear if anything else comes up. We keep your home powered and safe.
Wisconsin winters, aging housing stock in Waukesha County, and growing EV adoption in the area drive demand for these three services specifically. Long sub-freezing stretches, ice storms, and heavy electrical loads from modern appliances make certain jobs more urgent here than in milder climates. These are the calls we take most often when the season turns.
A Wisconsin winter outage is not a minor inconvenience. Ice storms and extended cold snaps can knock out power for days, and a home without heat or a sump pump without power creates real problems fast. Generator transfer switch installation and generator interlock installation connect a backup generator to your panel so the circuits you need most stay live when the grid goes down. The job involves coordinating the hookup, selecting the right transfer switch for your panel configuration, and confirming that the load is distributed correctly. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and a generator hookup is one of those jobs where the details matter most.
Older homes in Waukesha were built when a 100-amp service was more than enough. Modern appliances, EV chargers, and electric heating loads have changed that math. A 200-amp service upgrade gives the panel room to handle what the house actually draws now. The work involves load calculations, service-entrance work, and breaker replacement or panel replacement depending on what is already there. Call for a quote and the price is confirmed before anything is scheduled. We explain what the upgrade covers and what it does not before the job starts.
Sustained sub-freezing temperatures, older homes with exposed plumbing runs along exterior walls, and roof edges that build ice dams all create demand for freeze protection wiring. Heat tape installation involves running a dedicated circuit to power the heating cable, handling the thermostat wiring on the electrical supply side, and making sure the exterior-rated wiring is protected and properly connected. It is a job that gets called in every winter, often after the first hard freeze reminds a homeowner that last year's problem is still waiting to repeat. We scope the circuit and the installation on the call so there are no questions about what the job covers.
Call now. Get on the schedule. Know what the work involves.
Scheduling a service call is simple, and for EV charger installation, the first step is a panel capacity check. A Level 2 EV charger needs a dedicated 240V circuit and a breaker with room to spare. If the panel is already near capacity, that conversation happens on the call before anything is scheduled. We run the circuit, install the outlet or hardwired connection, and confirm the load is handled correctly.
Whole-home surge protection is a different kind of circuit work, but it addresses a real risk. A single voltage spike from a storm or a utility event can damage appliances, electronics, and HVAC equipment. A whole-home surge protector installed at the panel catches that spike before it reaches the rest of the house. Call for a rate and the scope is confirmed on the phone. Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
Common questions we hear: how much does an electrician cost, what does a panel upgrade run, what does rewiring cost, what does an outlet installation or ceiling fan installation cost, and what does recessed lighting installation typically involve. The honest answer is that the price depends on what the job actually requires, and we confirm that on the call.
When you call, you get the rate for the work before anything is scheduled. The scope is explained up front. If the job involves troubleshooting, the fault is traced before anything is replaced, so you are not paying to swap parts on a guess. We are open every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM. Call with your question and you get a straight answer. Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
We handle residential and commercial electrical work throughout Waukesha and the communities around it. That includes Brookfield, Pewaukee, New Berlin, Menomonee Falls, Oconomowoc, Hartland, and Mukwonago. If you are in Waukesha County or nearby, call and we will confirm whether your address falls in our service area.
We cover the full range of residential and commercial electrical work, including repairs, panel upgrades, outlet and switch installation, lighting, ceiling fans, dedicated circuits, EV charger hookups, backup generator connections, whole-home surge protection, and electrical safety inspections.
If you are in Waukesha or the surrounding county and have an electrical question, call (262) 955-2659 and we will tell you whether it falls within what we do.
Most jobs get scoped on the call so you know what is involved before anything is scheduled.
Stop using the outlet or circuit immediately and do not plug anything else into it.
If the sparking is at the panel or you smell burning, turn off the main breaker if you can do so safely and call us at (262) 955-2659.
These are signs of a fault that needs attention before the circuit is used again, and we are available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
When you call, we ask about the symptom, the property type, and what you have noticed, and we work through the scope on the phone. The rate is confirmed before anything is booked, so you know what the visit covers before we schedule it. We are open every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends.
Repeated kitchen breaker trips usually mean a circuit is carrying more load than it was designed for, or a device on the circuit has developed a fault. We trace the problem through the circuit before recommending any fix, because the cause matters as much as the symptom. If the kitchen needs a dedicated circuit for a high-draw appliance, we can scope that on the same call.
Yes, we work in offices, retail spaces, restaurants, and light commercial buildings throughout Waukesha and Waukesha County. Commercial panel upgrades, circuit additions, rough-in wiring, and code-compliant outlet installation are all part of what we do. The process is the same as a residential call: scope confirmed on the phone, price agreed before anything is scheduled.
Lead times vary depending on the type of work and current demand. Straightforward repairs and smaller installations can often be scheduled quickly, while larger projects like panel upgrades or rewires may need a few days of lead time to plan properly.
Call (262) 955-2659 and we will tell you what the schedule allows when you reach out.
It helps to have the area around the panel and the work location clear and accessible. If the job involves an attic, crawlspace, or finished wall, letting us know ahead of time means we can come prepared for the access situation. We confirm what to expect on the scheduling call.
The scope of the work is the biggest factor. A job that looks straightforward can involve additional wiring runs, panel capacity issues, or access challenges inside finished walls that add to the time and materials required. We identify those factors on the call and in the initial assessment so the price reflects what the job actually involves, not a minimum estimate revised after the fact.
Deposit requirements depend on the job. For larger projects involving significant materials or multiple visits, we discuss payment terms on the call when the scope is confirmed.
Call (262) 955-2659 and ask what applies to the work you are planning, and you will get a straight answer before anything is booked.
Call now. Get on the schedule. Know what the work involves.
Waukesha Electrical Company is open every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
Call (262) 955-2659 for a quote on any electrical repair, installation, panel upgrade, or generator hookup.
The price is confirmed before anything is scheduled, and the work is explained before it starts. Call and we'll handle the lights, outlets, and panel.
Electrical work covers a wide range of jobs, and knowing what each one involves helps you call with the right question. The table below breaks down the services we handle most often in Waukesha and the surrounding county, what each one covers, and what is worth knowing before you schedule. Call for a quote and we will scope the job on the phone before anything is booked.
| Service Type | What It Covers | Ideal For | Worth Knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | Panel-mounted surge protector installation, Protection against lightning and utility surges, Whole-house coverage in under an hour | Any home with sensitive electronics, appliances, or a generator that feeds back into the panel | A single voltage spike can damage wiring and appliances throughout the house. A panel-mounted protector catches the surge before it reaches individual circuits. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | 240-volt circuits for dryers and ovens, Refrigerator and chest freezer circuits, Hot tub and sauna hookups | Any high-draw appliance that needs its own circuit to run safely without tripping shared breakers | A dedicated circuit is sized for the appliance load. We pull the circuit from the panel and install the correct outlet type for the equipment. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | Knob-and-tube replacement, Aluminum branch circuit remediation, New circuit runs for additions and finished spaces | Older Waukesha homes with outdated wiring or properties adding finished square footage | Knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring both require specific remediation approaches. We explain what the job involves before any walls are opened. |
| Backup Generator Installation | Transfer switch installation, Generator inlet wiring, Critical circuit assignment | Waukesha homeowners who need reliable power through multi-day winter outages | The transfer switch is the critical part. It keeps utility power and generator power isolated from each other, which protects the equipment and anyone working on the line outside. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI and AFCI outlet installation, Ungrounded outlet remediation, Dimmer and smart switch upgrades | Kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas where code requires ground-fault protection | Older two-prong outlets often indicate missing ground wires throughout a circuit. Getting grounding right affects every device on that circuit. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | New fan installation with proper box support, Fan and light kit wiring, Switch and dimmer pairing | Rooms adding a fan for the first time or replacing an existing fixture | Ceiling fans require a rated electrical box capable of supporting the weight and movement. We confirm the box before the fan goes up. |
| Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades | 100-amp to 200-amp service upgrades, Fuse box conversions, Subpanel installation, Service entrance upgrades | Older homes adding appliances, EV chargers, or additional circuits that exceed current panel capacity | Panel upgrades often require a permit and inspection. We handle the scope and load calculations on the call so you know what the job involves before anything is scheduled. |
| Heat Tape Installation | Dedicated circuit for resistance cable, Weatherproof outlet or direct hardwired connection, GFCI breaker protection | Homes with vulnerable pipe runs or roof edges where Wisconsin freeze-thaw cycles cause ice dams or frozen pipes | The wiring behind heat tape has to be sized and protected correctly. A circuit that fails during the first hard freeze defeats the purpose of the installation. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | Dead outlets and dead circuits, Flickering or dimming lights, Fault tracing before any part is replaced | Any home or property with a wiring symptom that needs a diagnosis first | The diagnostic step determines the repair. We trace the fault through the circuit before recommending anything, so the fix addresses the actual cause. |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed and LED retrofit lighting, Outdoor security and motion lighting, Landscape and under-cabinet circuits | Homeowners updating interior lighting or adding exterior lighting for security through Wisconsin's long winters | Outdoor lighting circuits in Wisconsin benefit from weatherproof connections and GFCI protection, especially where ice and freeze-thaw cycles stress the wiring. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | Breakers that trip repeatedly or will not reset, Fuse box evaluation and repair, Loose or failing breaker replacement | Homes where breakers trip under normal loads or the panel shows signs of overheating | A breaker that trips repeatedly is usually telling you something about the circuit load or a wiring fault. We check both before swapping hardware. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | GFCI and AFCI protection check, Panel condition and code violation review, Pre-sale and pre-purchase evaluations | Buyers and sellers of older Waukesha homes, or any property that has not had a recent electrical review | An inspection before a home purchase tells you exactly what the wiring involves and what, if anything, needs attention before you close. |
Call (262) 955-2659 and we will walk through what the job involves, give you a clear price, and get you on the schedule.
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