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Electrical in Greensboro, NC

Compare 8 local electrical pros. Typical service: $139–$416.

Top Electrical Companies in Greensboro

  1. 1.Mr. Electric of Greensboro

    4.9★ (404 reviews)

    4.9★ from 404 reviews

    +13363468065Website

  2. 2.Balex Electrical Company, LLC

    4.8★ (165 reviews)

    4.8★ from 165 reviews

    +13362984192Website

  3. 3.King Electrical Services, Inc.

    4.6★ (162 reviews)

    4.6★ from 162 reviews

    +13363629394Website

  4. 4.Triad Electric Solutions - Greensboro Electrician

    4.8★ (119 reviews)

    4.8★ from 119 reviews

    +13364992015Website

  5. 5.Welborn Electric

    4.6★ (89 reviews)

    4.6★ from 89 reviews

    +13362923897Website

  6. 6.Precision Electric of Greensboro

    5.0★ (57 reviews)

    5.0★ from 57 reviews

    +13368946233Website

  7. 7.A.H.&F Electric Company LLC

    4.8★ (31 reviews)

    4.8★ from 31 reviews

    +13365104765

  8. 8.Cooper Electrical Construction Co.

    2.3★ (3 reviews)

    2.3★ from 3 reviews

    +13362758439Website

Electrical Cost in Greensboro

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Greensboro
Electrical repair$139–$416/job
Outlet or switch install$111–$277/job
Light fixture install$139–$462/job
Panel upgrade$1,663–$4,158/job

Electrical prices in Greensboro run about 8% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 8 companies serving Greensboro, rated 4.5★ on average across 1,030 customer reviews.

Greensboro Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Greensboro's weather means for scheduling electrical.

Last spring frost
April 1
First fall frost
November 3
Annual precipitation
42.2"
Heating degree days
3,617
Cooling degree days
1,485
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan29.5°48.3°3.06"
Feb32.4°52.5°2.96"
Mar39.1°60.9°3.73"
Apr47.3°70.2°3.57"
May56.1°77.5°3.38"
Jun65.3°84.8°3.73"
Jul69.1°87.9°4.48"
Aug68°86.3°3.88"
Sep60.6°79.7°4.19"
Oct48.8°70.3°3.13"
Nov39.6°60.8°3.11"
Dec32°50.7°2.98"

NOAA station data 6.68 miles from Greensboro.

Permits & Regulations in NC

Permit typically required

  • Electrical contracting in North Carolina requires a license from the State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
  • Limited, intermediate and unlimited licenses cap the value of individual projects
  • Electrical work requires a permit and inspection from the local inspections department

License required: NC State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors license

Sources: www.ncbeec.org

Electrical FAQs for Greensboro

How much does an electrician cost in Greensboro?

Electrical repairs in Greensboro typically run $139-$416 per job, before any larger work like a panel upgrade.

How many electricians serve Greensboro?

We track 8 electricians serving Greensboro.

Do I need a licensed electrician in Greensboro, NC?

In NC, Electrical contracting in North Carolina requires a license from the State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors. Check with the Greensboro building department before work that adds circuits or touches the panel.

Are electricians in Greensboro more expensive than average?

Electrical work in Greensboro runs about -7.6% versus the national average, tracking local electrician wages.

Does Greensboro heat put extra load on a home's electrical system?

Greensboro averages 1,485 cooling degree days a year and summer highs near 88F, so air conditioning is often the largest load on the panel. Older 100-amp services are the usual reason a new AC or EV charger needs an upgrade.

Why do breakers trip more in Greensboro summers?

With highs near 88F in Greensboro, AC compressors start hard and run long, and a breaker that trips mainly in summer usually points to a shared or undersized circuit rather than a failing breaker.

When is the best time to schedule electrical work in Greensboro?

Outside peak cooling season is easiest: Greensboro sees highs near 88F, and summer is when AC-related calls fill electricians' schedules.

What does a panel upgrade involve in Greensboro, NC?

A panel upgrade in Greensboro generally needs a permit and a utility disconnect. In NC, Electrical contracting in North Carolina requires a license from the State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors.