Best Electrical Companies in Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Best Electrical Companies in Philadelphia, PA

Find trusted electricians professionals serving Philadelphia. All contractors are independently researched and certified.

Only companies with a Certified Best Pick® badge meet our strict satisfaction & licensing requirements and are eligible for the Best Pick Guarantee.

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Only companies with a Certified Best Pick® badge meet our strict satisfaction & licensing requirements and are eligible for the Best Pick Guarantee.

Martella Electric Company
Certified Best Pick

Martella Electric Company

Certified Pro

For the past 67 years, Martella Electric has had a reputation for honest, clean, courteous, and efficient service. We guarantee customer satisfaction through our commitments to straightforward, up-front pricing and guaranteed on-time service. Our philosophy is that success comes from serving others. Martella Electric offers electric service and repair for residential customers, including knob-and-tube rewiring, service upgrades, panel replacements, and electric car charging.

13th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
Oliver Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
Certified Best Pick

Oliver Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical

Certified Pro

Oliver provides unparalleled customer service and continues to differentiate itself with its strong family culture and 50 years in business. Our experienced electricians are highly trained and ready to serve you. All customers and their homes are treated with the utmost care from start to finish and beyond. Oliver offers a variety of electrical services, including fuse panel to circuit breaker conversions and upgrades, knob-and-tube replacement, network cabling, EV charging station installation, and electrical inspections.

13th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
JDV Electric
Certified Best Pick

JDV Electric

Certified Pro

Our goal is to provide outstanding electrical service. Our trusted electricians can help with any electrical issues you may be experiencing in your home and can guide you through any other electrical projects you may have. All of our services are backed with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. JDV Electric provides residential installation of ceiling fans, recessed lighting, outdoor and security lighting, landscape lighting, and dedicated circuits for appliances.

10th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
Lowry Services
Certified Best Pick

Lowry Services

Certified Pro

Our customers are always satisfied with our outstanding business ethics and customer service beliefs. We start all jobs with customer satisfaction in mind. Our trained staff brings you more than superior plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling services: they bring you peace of mind knowing that your family or business is safe. Lowry Services provides a range of electrical repair and installation services for residential and commercial customers.

10th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
Bruder Electric, Inc.
Certified Best Pick

Bruder Electric, Inc.

Certified Pro

I believe that our clients deserve the best service experience possible. We provide that experience by using quality parts and giving clients the best value along with the strongest guarantees in the industry. Our technicians will provide you with courteous and professional service. Bruder Electric is a residential and commercial electrical service company providing such services as repair and installation of lighting, outlets, circuit breaker panels, ceiling fans, and standby generators.

9th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
Wes Carver Electric
Certified Best Pick

Wes Carver Electric

Certified Pro

At Wes Carver Electric, we have been your friendly neighborhood electricians since 1999. Our electricians are highly trained and customer focused, providing award-winning service. Since no one likes surprises, we provide up-front pricing in writing before any work begins.

8th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
Dream Team - Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
Certified Best Pick

Dream Team - Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric

Certified Pro

At Dream Team, we believe in 'on time every time' appointments. We believe smart, well-informed customers are happy customers. We believe you can't put a price on your safety. We believe everyone deserves a free safety inspection. We believe your dream home deserves a dream team to service it. Dream Team offers a variety of electrical services, including panel and breaker replacements; lighting and ceiling fan installation; knob-and-tube removal, replacement, and rewiring; wiring and outlet installation; EV charging stations; security systems; and generators.

7th year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
Harris Plumbing, Heating, Air, & Electric
Certified Best Pick

Harris Plumbing, Heating, Air, & Electric

Certified Pro

We take personal responsibility to deliver excellent customer service to you each and every time. No exceptions! Harris Plumbing, Heating, Air, & Electric offers a variety of electrical services, including the installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of outlets, switches, lighting, ceiling fans, generators, and wiring as well as service panel upgrades and whole-house surge protection.

3rd year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp
HL Bowman
Certified Best Pick

HL Bowman

Certified Pro

At HL Bowman, we are committed to serving our community with respect, integrity, and compassion. We will do everything in our power to ensure that you receive high-quality service. Our expert technicians know how to address HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues to keep your home running efficiently and functionally.

2nd year as a Best Pick Licensed Insured Workers' Comp

Recent Project Requests in Philadelphia

Real homeowners looking for electricians in your area

Richboro

"Overhead lighting in the bathroom possibly needs to be replaced, bathroom exhaust replace, outdoor lighting (this was do..."

Jan 5, 2026
Downingtown

"Indoor and outdoor electrical work"

Dec 16, 2025
Coatesville

"My office lights stopped working. An electrical panel may have blown."

Nov 26, 2025
Chalfont

"We are looking to replace three outside lights fixtures. One on the front porch and two on the back deck. Would like th..."

Oct 5, 2025
Philadelphia

"Assess power consumption for vampiric drain. Currently averaging 90 kWh per day"

Oct 1, 2025
Conshohocken

"We need some electrical wiring done for a new room we’re building in our basement, switching a light switch from outside..."

Sep 6, 2025
WEST CHESTER

"We have an outlet in the garage that stopped working. We also may want to add an outlet or two. Lastly I may want to fin..."

Aug 25, 2025
Wallingford

"Need quote for home generator please"

Aug 13, 2025
Media

"Replace light fixture outside front door"

Jul 25, 2025
Souderton

"Power cable needs to be reattached to house."

Jul 8, 2025
Certification Standards

How Philadelphia Electrical Companies Earn Best Pick Certification

Only electrical companies that meet our strict standards earn Best Pick status.

Customer Satisfaction

Electrical companies must maintain a 4.0+ rating and an 80% recommendation rate.

Licensing & Insurance

Current state contractor license verification and general liability insurance for electrical work

Business Stability

Minimum 1 year in business with established local presence

Verified State Standing

Maintain active business registration and in good standing with the state

Operational Excellence

Consistent electrical service quality across all projects

Annual Re-Certification

Must re-qualify every year through new research

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Certified Best Pick® electricians companies in Philadelphia, PA

Best Pick Certified Electrical companies in Philadelphia, PA have earned their status through independent consumer research—not paid placement. To qualify, a company must meet strict standards:

  • High customer satisfaction: 4.0+ Google rating (25+ reviews) OR 80%+ recommendation rate from surveyed customers
  • Verified credentials: Active state licenses, general liability insurance, and workers' comp (where required)
  • Financial stability: Clean credit history and active Secretary of State standing
  • Local track record: Minimum 1 year serving the Philadelphia, PA area

Certification is re-verified annually, ensuring continued performance.

No. Electrical companies cannot buy Best Pick Certification, improved ratings, or better placement. Our research team independently evaluates companies based on customer satisfaction, licensing, insurance, and business stability—before any business relationship exists.

Companies that earn certification pay a participation fee after qualifying, which covers the cost of ongoing research and publication. This fee has no influence on whether a company qualifies or how they appear in our directory.

The Best Pick Guarantee provides financial protection—up to $2,500 in labor costs—if a Certified Best Pick Electrical company fails to deliver on their commitments.

To be eligible:

  • Contact the company through Best Pick Reports or BestPickReports.com
  • Register for the guarantee (free)
  • Submit any claim within 45 days of the final date of service
  • Allow the company the opportunity to resolve the issue first

This guarantee applies only to Certified Best Pick companies, not Standard Pros. Full terms are available on our guarantee page.

Light switches and/or power outlets that spark or buzz, current disruptions like power surges and flickering lights (often when using household appliances), and electrical safety devices (GFCI and AFCI breakers and outlets, circuit breakers, and fuses) that trip or fail often.
Electrical repair ranging from minor fixes to complex service upgrades, faulty outlet investigations, electric vehicle charger installations, electrical safety inspections, AFCI and GFCI device installations, and tamper-resistant receptacle updates.

Philadelphia homeowners most frequently experience tripped circuit breakers from overloaded circuits and dead outlets caused by faulty wiring or worn connections. With 85% of Philadelphia's housing stock built before 1970, many homes struggle with outdated electrical systems.

Key local factors:

  • Aging infrastructure: 40.5% of homes are pre-1939, often featuring insufficient 60-100A panels
  • Rowhouse construction: Trinity, Federal, and Victorian rowhouses with original wiring
  • Flickering lights: Common in older homes due to loose wiring and overloaded circuits
  • Warm outlets/switches: Serious safety concern from loose connections in aging systems
  • Outdated wiring: Knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring create fire and shock risks

Philadelphia's predominantly older housing stock means many electrical systems haven't been updated to handle modern electrical demands, making upgrades to 200A panels increasingly necessary for safety and functionality.