Electrical in Edmonton
Electricians handle the work you legally cannot do yourself in Alberta once it goes past changing a fixture. Edmonton's post-war and 1960s housing is full of 60- and 100-amp services that were never built for a hot tub, a garage heater and an EV charger, so panel upgrades are one of the most common local calls.
6 electricians listed in Edmonton & area
Ranked by Google reviewsHauer Power Electrical Services Inc.
Edmonton
Edmonton electrical contractor founded in 2018 offering panel upgrades, EV chargers, aluminum wiring replacement and residential troubleshooting.
Mr. Electric of Edmonton
Edmonton
Locally owned electrical franchise serving Edmonton, St. Albert and Strathcona County with surge protection, wiring updates and EV charger installation.
Can Electric 247 Inc.
Edmonton
Licensed and insured Edmonton electrical contractor with an A+ BBB rating handling residential and commercial installations and maintenance.
Warren Electric Inc.
Edmonton
Established Edmonton electrical contractor serving residential and commercial customers with licensed, insured electricians.
Venus Electrical Contractor Ltd.
Edmonton
Licensed Edmonton electrician with 35 years of experience offering residential and commercial electrical services.
Professional Electric & Controls
Edmonton
Edmonton electrical contractor since 1992 providing residential and commercial services with a long-standing A+ BBB rating.
Common electricians services in Edmonton
- Electrical panel upgrades (100A / 200A)
- EV charger installation
- Knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring replacement
- Garage and shop wiring
- Pot lights and lighting upgrades
- Basement and suite wiring
- Standby generator hookups
Electrical prices in Edmonton
Typical Edmonton-area ranges to help you sanity-check a quote. Every job is different — get three written quotes before committing.
| Job | Typical Edmonton range |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $100 – $200 |
| Hourly rate | $95 – $150 / hr |
| Panel upgrade to 200AHigher if the service mast or utility connection also needs replacing. | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| EV charger (Level 2) install | $800 – $2,500 |
| Pot lights (per light, installed) | $150 – $300 |
| Detached garage sub-panel + wiring | $2,500 – $6,000 |
| Whole-home rewire | $15,000 – $35,000 |
Ranges are market-typical estimates for the Edmonton area, compiled from published contractor pricing and homeowner-reported costs. They are a budgeting starting point, not a quote.
Permits & licensing
Alberta requires an electrical permit for essentially all new circuits, panel work and rewiring, and it must be pulled by a licensed master electrician (homeowner permits exist but are limited to your own single-family residence and still require inspection). Insurance claims are routinely denied on unpermitted electrical work.
Best time to book in Edmonton
Electrical is year-round work, but anything requiring the utility to disconnect the service — mast replacement, overhead-to-underground — is easier to schedule outside winter. EV charger installs cluster in fall as people prepare for cold-weather charging.
What to ask an Edmonton electrician
- 1Confirm the electrician is a licensed master electrician or working under one.
- 2Ask for the permit number and make sure a final inspection is booked.
- 3For panel upgrades, check whether EPCOR service work is included or billed separately.
- 4If you have aluminum branch wiring, ask specifically how they intend to pigtail or replace it.
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Electrical in Edmonton: common questions
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Edmonton?
Upgrading from 60A or 100A to a 200A service typically costs $2,500–$5,500 in Edmonton, including the panel, permit and inspection. If the service mast, meter base or the EPCOR connection also needs work, expect the upper end or beyond.
Can I do my own electrical work in Alberta?
A homeowner can take out a permit for electrical work in their own single-family home they live in, but the work still must meet the Canadian Electrical Code and pass inspection. Rental properties, condos and anything beyond your own residence require a licensed electrician.
What does it cost to install an EV charger in Edmonton?
A Level 2 home charger install usually runs $800–$2,500 depending on the distance from the panel and whether you have spare capacity. If your panel is already full or still 100A, add the cost of a service upgrade.
Is aluminum wiring a problem in Edmonton homes?
Homes built roughly between 1965 and 1978 often have aluminum branch wiring. It is not automatically unsafe, but connections loosen over time and some insurers require a certified inspection or remediation. The usual fix is pigtailing with approved connectors at every device rather than a full rewire.
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