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Electrical in Cleveland, OH

Compare 5 local electrical pros. Typical service: $168–$504.

Top Electrical Companies in Cleveland

  1. 1.CLEVELAND ELECTRICAL

    4.8★ (67 reviews)

    4.8★ from 67 reviews

    +12169038231Website

  2. 2.Electro Bros

    5.0★ (33 reviews)

    5.0★ from 33 reviews

    +12165982120

  3. 3.KS Electric LLC

    4.5★ (25 reviews)

    4.5★ from 25 reviews

    +12162358538

  4. 4.D & A Electric

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12166816543Website

  5. 5.JP ELECTRICAL SERVICES COMPANY

    2.3★ (3 reviews)

    2.3★ from 3 reviews

    Website

Electrical Cost in Cleveland

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

ServiceTypical range in Cleveland
Electrical repair$168–$504/job
Outlet or switch install$135–$336/job
Light fixture install$168–$561/job
Panel upgrade$2,018–$5,045/job

Electrical prices in Cleveland run about 12% above 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 5 companies serving Cleveland, rated 4.3★ on average across 129 customer reviews.

Cleveland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Cleveland's weather means for scheduling electrical.

Last spring frost
April 7
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
36.35"
Heating degree days
5,438
Cooling degree days
949
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan23.4°35.1°1.73"
Feb26.1°38°1.79"
Mar31.3°46.2°2.2"
Apr42.3°57.4°3.25"
May53.5°67.7°3.79"
Jun62.5°78°3.59"
Jul67.8°82.1°3.88"
Aug67.2°79.7°3.88"
Sep59.6°73.4°3.53"
Oct48.8°62.5°2.77"
Nov39.6°51.4°3.3"
Dec29.2°39.4°2.64"

NOAA station data 3.31 miles from Cleveland.

Permits & Regulations in OH

Permit typically required

  • The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses electrical contractors for commercial work
  • Residential electrical licensing is handled by cities and counties, many of which accept or require the OCILB license
  • Electrical permits are issued by the local building department

License required: OCILB electrical contractor license for commercial work; local for residential

Sources: com.ohio.gov

Electrical FAQs for Cleveland

How much does an electrician cost in Cleveland?

Electrical repairs in Cleveland typically run $168-$504 per job, before any larger work like a panel upgrade.

How many electricians serve Cleveland?

We track 5 electricians serving Cleveland.

Do I need a licensed electrician in Cleveland, OH?

In OH, The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses electrical contractors for commercial work. Check with the Cleveland building department before work that adds circuits or touches the panel.

Are electricians in Cleveland more expensive than average?

Electrical work in Cleveland runs about +12.1% versus the national average, tracking local electrician wages.

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

Cleveland averages 949 cooling degree days a year and summer highs near 82F, 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 Cleveland summers?

With highs near 82F in Cleveland, 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 Cleveland?

Outside peak cooling season is easiest: Cleveland sees highs near 82F, and summer is when AC-related calls fill electricians' schedules.

What does a panel upgrade involve in Cleveland, OH?

A panel upgrade in Cleveland generally needs a permit and a utility disconnect. In OH, The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses electrical contractors for commercial work.