Everett Electrical Company handles residential and commercial electrical work across Everett and Snohomish County. Whether you need a dead outlet tracked down, a panel upgraded to handle current electrical loads, new circuits run for an EV charger, or a full safety inspection before closing on a home, we take the call and scope the job before anything is scheduled. We're open every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, so you're not stuck waiting for a Monday morning callback when something goes wrong over the weekend.
Right diagnosis. Right wiring. Clear explanation.
Call for a quote at (425) 699-4653.
Every home's wiring tells a different story, and the same symptom can point to a handful of different causes. That uncertainty is exactly what makes electrical problems frustrating. You don't know what's wrong, and you don't know what it's going to cost. We address both on the first call. Describe what you're seeing, and we'll scope the job on the phone and give you a price before anything is scheduled.
We handle calls from homeowners, landlords, property managers, small businesses, office spaces, and apartment buildings. The process is the same regardless of the property type. You get straight answers about your panel and wiring, a clear price, and a visit that starts with the fault explained before the work begins.
Some homes need a full rewire. Others just need one outlet fixed. The most common calls we get start with a symptom: an outlet that stopped working, lights that flicker when the dishwasher runs, or a breaker that trips and won't reset. These symptoms usually point to a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a breaker that's worn past its useful life. None of those are guesses you should have to live with.
ymptoms like these call for a phone call right away. A burning smell from an outlet, a sparking switch, smoke near the panel, or a hot outlet cover are signs the wiring needs attention now, not next week. We handle those calls within our daily hours. GFCI and AFCI protection failures also fall into this category, particularly in kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms where those protections are required by code.
Dead outlets usually have a simple cause worth finding.
Not every electrician works the same way, and panel work is where that difference shows up most clearly. A fuse box that's been patched together over decades, a 100-amp panel that can't support a modern kitchen and an EV charger at the same time, or a breaker that trips under a normal load all point to the same conclusion: the panel needs attention.
We handle fuse box replacements, breaker panel replacements, and 100-amp to 200-amp service upgrades. When a garage, workshop, or home addition needs its own circuits, a subpanel is often the right answer. Full service upgrades also include the service-entrance and meter work that connects the new panel to the utility feed. Load calculations are part of the process, so the new panel is sized for what you're actually running, not just what was there before.
Let us handle the panel and the permits.
Outlet and switch work covers a wider range than most homeowners expect. Standard outlet replacement, GFCI outlet installation in kitchens, bathrooms, and garages, AFCI outlets in bedrooms, USB outlets, outdoor weatherproof outlets, dimmer switch installation, and light switch replacement all fall under this category. Older homes in Everett frequently lack GFCI protection in the locations current code requires. That's a gap worth closing whether you're selling the property or planning to stay.
Adding a circuit is often simpler than people expect. If a room needs an outlet where there isn't one, or a garage needs a weatherproof outlet for tools and equipment, we assess what the existing wiring supports and run the circuit from there. We show up ready to wire, and the scope is confirmed before the visit.
Lighting installation covers recessed lighting, under-cabinet lighting, landscape lighting, security lighting, and ceiling fan installation and replacement, including fans added to rooms with no existing wiring. Exterior lighting matters more in Snohomish County than it might in a sunnier climate. Pacific Northwest winters run short on daylight, and well-placed security and pathway lighting makes a real difference on a property from October through March.
We'll get the job wired and finished.
Homes and businesses need different wiring answers, but the underlying principle is the same: high-draw equipment needs its own circuit. Refrigerators, dryers, washers, dishwashers, microwaves, and ranges all pull enough current that sharing a circuit causes problems. Breakers trip under normal use. Appliances run less efficiently. In some cases, the configuration doesn't meet current code requirements for that type of equipment.
A 240-volt outlet for a dryer or range requires a dedicated circuit run from the panel. The same applies to a hot tub circuit or a large workshop tool. Older homes in the Everett area frequently have appliances sharing circuits in ways that made sense decades ago but don't hold up under today's electrical loads. We assess the panel capacity, run the circuit, and install the correct outlet for the equipment.
Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
Scheduling an electrician shouldn't be complicated, and it especially shouldn't be complicated when the stakes are high. Pre-purchase electrical inspections, full home rewires, partial rewires targeting specific problem areas, and rental property wiring assessments all follow the same process: you call, we scope the job, and you get a price before anything is scheduled.
Everett has a substantial stock of older homes, and older wiring comes with real concerns. Aluminum wiring from certain construction eras creates connection problems that require specific remediation. Knob-and-tube wiring, where it still exists, is a known issue in homes from the early part of the last century. If you're buying a home and want an electrical assessment before closing, we handle those calls. If you manage rental properties and need documentation of the wiring condition, the same applies. We work as a local electrician for homeowners and property managers alike.
Everett's energy landscape, housing mix, and the broader Puget Sound region's approach to grid resilience shape which electrical upgrades come up most often here. These three services reflect what we're handling regularly in this area.
EV adoption in the Puget Sound region runs well ahead of the national average, and home charging is the practical answer for most drivers. A Level 2 home charger requires a 240-volt dedicated circuit and enough available capacity in the panel to support it. We assess the panel first. If capacity is there, we run the circuit and install the outlet or hardwired connection point. If the panel needs an upgrade to handle the added load, we scope that as part of the same job. The vehicle and the charger unit are outside our scope. The wiring from the panel to the charging location is exactly what we do.
Battery backup systems are a growing part of the electrical picture in Western Washington. Grid resilience is a real concern, and wildfire-season public-safety power shutoffs have made backup power a practical consideration rather than a luxury. On the electrical side, that work involves the circuits, the panel capacity, the transfer equipment, and the interconnect point where a battery storage system connects to the home's wiring. We handle that side of the job. The panel has to be sized for the additional load, and the transfer equipment has to be wired correctly so the system operates safely when grid power is interrupted.
A whole-home surge protector installs at the service entrance and protects every circuit in the house from voltage spikes coming in through the utility feed. Storms, utility grid fluctuations, and the increasing number of sensitive electronics, EV chargers, and battery systems in Snohomish County homes all create conditions where a single surge event can cause real damage. A panel-mounted surge protector addresses the source rather than relying on individual power strips throughout the house.
Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
Every home's wiring tells a different story, and so does every job. A single outlet swap and a full panel replacement are different conversations, and the price reflects the scope. When you call, describe what you're seeing or what you need done. We'll scope it on the phone and give you a price before anything is scheduled. There's no ambiguity about what the work covers.
The same process applies to commercial calls, multi-unit properties, and rental portfolio work. Property managers and business owners get the same clear pricing conversation that a homeowner does. The scope is confirmed, the price is agreed, and the work starts from there.
Dependable service. A price agreed before we start. Local know-how.
Everett is our primary service area, and we cover residential and commercial properties throughout Snohomish County. That includes nearby communities across the county and the broader region.
We serve: Marysville, Mukilteo, Mill Creek, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Edmonds, Bothell, and Monroe.
A Level 2 home EV charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit. The installation covers running that circuit from the panel to the charger location, installing the correct outlet or hardwired connection, and adding the breaker in the panel. We check panel capacity and run a load calculation before quoting, so the circuit is sized correctly from the start.
A whole-home surge protector installs at the main panel and intercepts voltage spikes before they reach the circuits feeding appliances, electronics, and sensitive equipment throughout the house. In Snohomish County, where storms and grid fluctuations are part of the picture, a panel-level device covers everything downstream at once. We confirm that grounding and bonding at the service entrance are solid as part of the installation.
A burning smell near an outlet or panel is a sign of a wiring problem that needs attention now. It can indicate arcing, a loose connection generating heat, or insulation breaking down.
Stop using the outlet or circuit if you can, and call (425) 699-4653 to get the problem scoped as soon as possible.
A burning smell from an outlet or panel, sparking switches or receptacles, smoke, a hot outlet cover, or a breaker that trips immediately after reset all qualify as urgent electrical faults. We take those calls every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Do not attempt to reset a breaker repeatedly or use an outlet that is sparking.
Stop using the affected outlet, switch, or circuit. If the panel is accessible and you can safely switch off the breaker for that circuit, do so. Do not try to open an outlet or panel cover yourself. Leave the area around the fault clear so the electrician can access it immediately on arrival.
We test the circuit, the outlet or fixture, and the protective devices before the visit is complete. For panel work, that includes confirming the breakers are seating correctly and the circuits are reading properly. We do not consider the job done until the work is verified under real conditions.
For most electrical work, yes. Circuits are de-energized before wiring, outlet, or fixture work is carried out. Panel work requires shutting down the main breaker for portions of the job. We let you know what to expect before the visit so you can plan around it.
A buzzing sound from a switch or outlet, visible discoloration around the cover plate, or an outlet that feels warm to the touch are all signs of a loose connection or a failing device. These are not cosmetic problems. A loose connection can arc and generate heat inside the wall. Call us and we will walk you through the fix.
We identify what the existing wiring does not meet under current code and explain what remediation involves before quoting the work. Code corrections on older systems are scoped the same way as any other job: you get a clear picture of what is required and what it costs before anything is scheduled.
Replacing a light bulb or resetting a tripped GFCI outlet is within most homeowners' reach. Anything that involves opening a panel, running new wiring, replacing a breaker, or working inside an outlet or switch box is a different matter. Wiring work done without the right knowledge creates hazards that are not always visible until something fails.
Everett Electrical Company handles the full range: repairs and troubleshooting, panel replacements and service upgrades, outlet and lighting installation, dedicated appliance circuits, EV charger wiring, whole-home surge protection, and rewiring for older homes. We're available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM.
Call now. Get it scoped. Get it wired to code.
Call (425) 699-4653 for a quote.
We handle the full range of residential and commercial electrical work in Everett and across Snohomish County. Every job starts the same way: you call, describe what you are seeing, and we scope the work and give you a price before anything is scheduled. The table below lays out what each service covers, who it fits best, and a practical note to help you decide where to start.
| Service | What's Included | Ideal For | Worth Knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI outlet installation, AFCI outlet replacement, USB and weatherproof outlets, Dimmer and switch replacement | Older homes missing code-required GFCI protection, or any room needing an outlet where there is not one | Kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas all have specific GFCI requirements under current code. Older Everett homes frequently have gaps worth closing. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | 240-volt dryer and range circuits, Dishwasher and refrigerator circuits, Microwave and washer circuits, Correct outlet installed for the equipment | Homes where appliances share circuits, causing breakers to trip under normal use | Older Everett homes frequently have appliances sharing circuits in ways that made sense decades ago but do not hold up under today's electrical loads. A dedicated circuit fixes the problem at the source. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | Worn breaker replacement, Fuse box troubleshooting, Breaker that trips under normal load, Double-tapped breaker correction | Any property where a breaker repeatedly trips or a fuse blows without an obvious overload | A breaker that trips under a normal load is often worn past its useful life, not a sign of a wiring problem elsewhere. We confirm which it is before replacing anything. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | New circuit runs from the panel, Partial rewires for specific areas, Garage and workshop wiring, Circuit additions for added load | Any property adding a room, finishing a basement, or expanding electrical capacity in a workspace | Hire local and the wiring is done by someone who knows the area. We confirm panel capacity before running new circuits so the added load is accounted for from the start. |
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular | 100-amp to 200-amp service upgrade, Fuse box to breaker panel replacement, Subpanel installation, Load calculation and service-entrance work | Homes adding an EV charger, major appliance, or battery system that the existing panel cannot support | Panel upgrades typically require a permit and utility coordination. We handle that side of the process so the work is inspected and the utility reconnect goes smoothly. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | Dead outlets traced to source, Flickering light diagnosis, Burning smell and arcing faults, GFCI and AFCI failures | Homeowners and landlords dealing with an active electrical symptom | A burning smell, sparking outlet, or breaker that trips immediately after reset are urgent faults. Call right away rather than putting it off. |
| Solar & Battery Backup | Battery storage interconnect wiring, Transfer equipment installation, Panel capacity for added load, Grid-tied and backup circuit work | Western Washington homeowners adding battery storage for grid resilience or outage coverage | Wildfire-season power shutoffs have made backup power a practical consideration in this region. The transfer equipment has to be wired correctly so the system operates safely when grid power is interrupted. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | Pre-purchase electrical assessment, Rental property wiring documentation, Code gap identification, Panel and grounding review | Homebuyers, landlords, and property managers who need a clear picture of wiring condition before a transaction or lease | An inspection scopes the existing system and identifies what does not meet current code. You get a written summary of findings and a clear explanation before any repair work is quoted. |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed and under-cabinet lighting, Security and pathway lighting, Landscape lighting circuits, Fixture replacement and upgrade | Homeowners improving interior function or exterior safety, especially heading into the darker Pacific Northwest months | Exterior lighting in Snohomish County earns its keep from October through March. Well-placed security and pathway lighting makes a real difference on a property through the short-daylight season. |
| Standby Battery for Outages | Battery backup system wiring, Transfer switch installation, Critical circuit selection and wiring, Panel integration for backup load | Households that need power for medical equipment, refrigeration, or essential systems during an outage | The transfer switch is what keeps the battery system from feeding power back into the grid during an outage. Getting that wiring right is the part that matters most for safe operation. |
| EV Charger Installation | 240-volt dedicated circuit for Level 2 charging, Panel capacity and load assessment, Outlet or hardwired connection point, Panel upgrade scoped if needed | Puget Sound area EV owners who want reliable home charging without relying on a standard 120-volt outlet | EV adoption in this region runs well ahead of the national average. We assess panel capacity first and scope any needed upgrade as part of the same job after the circuit is run. |
| Older-Home Rewiring | Aluminum wiring remediation, Knob-and-tube wiring assessment and replacement, Partial rewires targeting problem areas, Pre-purchase electrical inspections | Buyers, owners, and property managers with homes built before modern wiring standards | Aluminum wiring from certain construction eras requires specific remediation at every connection point, not just a visual check. We identify what is there and explain what the correction involves before quoting. |
| Hot-Tub Circuits | 240-volt dedicated circuit for hot tub, Disconnect installation, GFCI protection at the disconnect, Panel capacity check before install | Homeowners adding a hot tub or spa and needing the dedicated circuit and disconnect the installation requires | Hot tub wiring requires a GFCI-protected disconnect installed within sight of the equipment. We confirm panel capacity and run the circuit to meet those requirements. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | Panel-mounted surge protector installation, Service-entrance grounding and bonding check, Protection for EV chargers and battery systems, Covers every downstream circuit | Homes with sensitive electronics, EV chargers, or battery storage systems that a single surge event could damage | A panel-level device intercepts voltage spikes before they reach any circuit in the house. Individual power strips only protect what is plugged into them. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | Fan replacement on existing wiring, Fan added to room with no existing wiring, Fan-rated box installation, Switch and remote wiring | Bedrooms and living spaces where no ceiling wiring currently exists | Adding a fan to a room with no existing ceiling wiring requires running a circuit and installing a fan-rated box. We assess what the existing wiring supports before quoting. |
What are the signs that a panel or service upgrade is needed?
The most common signs are breakers that trip under a normal load, a fuse box that has been patched together over the years, lights that dim when a large appliance kicks on, and a panel that cannot support a new EV charger or major appliance without tripping. If you are adding significant electrical load to a home that still has a 100-amp service, a load calculation will usually confirm the panel needs to come up to 200 amps before anything else is added.
What causes a breaker to trip repeatedly?
Repeated tripping usually points to one of three things: a circuit that is carrying more load than it was sized for, a worn breaker that can no longer hold its rated amperage, or a wiring fault somewhere on the circuit. The fix depends on which one it is. We scope the circuit on the call and confirm the cause before recommending a repair, because replacing a breaker on an overloaded circuit does not solve the underlying problem.
Is the work permitted and inspected?
Panel upgrades, service entrance work, and new circuit installations typically require a permit and inspection. We handle the permit side of the process so the work goes through the correct channels and passes inspection. Whether a permit is required depends on the specific job and the jurisdiction, and we confirm what applies before the work is scheduled.
Faults Traced Before Anything Is Replaced
We identify the cause of the problem before recommending a repair. Replacing a breaker on an overloaded circuit or swapping an outlet when the fault is upstream does not fix anything. We scope the circuit first.
How do I know if the wiring in an older home is safe?
aluminum wiring, knob-and-tube wiring, or undersized panels that were adequate when the home was built but create real concerns under modern electrical loads. An electrical safety inspection gives you a clear picture of what is there and what it means. We identify the specific wiring type, note where it does not meet current code, and explain what remediation involves before quoting any work.
What does a home rewire involve and how long does it take?
A full rewire replaces the wiring throughout the home, from the panel to every outlet, switch, and fixture. The scope depends on the size of the home and how much of the existing wiring can be retained. Partial rewires target specific problem areas rather than the whole house. Timeline varies by job size, but we give you a realistic estimate on the call so you can plan around it. The panel is usually replaced as part of a full rewire.
What circuit does an EV charger actually need?
A Level 2 home EV charger requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit sized for the charger's amperage draw, typically 40 to 60 amps depending on the unit. The circuit runs from the panel to the charger location, with the correct outlet or hardwired connection installed at the end. We assess panel capacity before quoting so the circuit is sized correctly from the start. If the panel needs an upgrade to support the added load, we scope that as part of the same job.
Permits and Inspection Handled Where Required
Panel upgrades, service entrance work, and new circuit installations typically need a permit. We handle that process so the work is inspected correctly and the utility reconnect goes through the right channels.
Do I need to be home while the electrical work is being done?
For most jobs, yes. Access to the panel is required for circuit work, and someone needs to be available to confirm the scope and sign off on the work when it is complete. If you manage a rental property and cannot be on site, we can work with a tenant or property contact as long as access to the panel and the work area is arranged in advance.
Why would an outlet or switch stop working?
A dead outlet is usually caused by a tripped GFCI outlet upstream on the same circuit, a loose connection at the outlet itself, or a tripped breaker. A switch that stops working is most often a failed switch or a loose wire at the terminal. Dead outlets usually have a simple cause worth finding, and we trace it to the source rather than replacing parts at random.
Older and Newer Wiring Both Handled
From knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring in older Everett homes to EV charger circuits and battery storage interconnects in newer builds, we scope the job based on what is actually there rather than what a typical home might have.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Lights that flicker when a large appliance runs usually point to a shared circuit that is carrying more load than it was designed for, or a loose connection somewhere on the circuit. Lights that flicker without an obvious trigger can indicate a loose connection at the fixture, the switch, or further back at the panel. Persistent flickering is worth a call because a loose connection that generates heat inside a wall is not something to leave unaddressed.
What is the risk of a warm or buzzing outlet?
A warm outlet cover or a buzzing sound from an outlet or switch is a sign of a loose connection or a failing device generating heat inside the wall. These are not cosmetic issues. A loose connection can arc, and arcing inside a wall is a fire risk that is not visible until something fails. Stop using the outlet and call us so we can trace the fault and confirm what is causing it.
How do I know if my home is ready for added electrical load?
The answer starts with the panel. A 100-amp service that is already running a modern kitchen, a washer and dryer, and central heating has limited room for an EV charger or a battery backup system without tripping breakers or running circuits at their limit. We run a load calculation as part of the scoping process so you know whether the existing panel can support what you are adding or whether an upgrade needs to happen first.
Call (425) 699-4653 and we will scope the job on the phone, give you a straight answer about your panel and wiring, and confirm the price before anything is scheduled.
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