Electrician in Long Branch, NJ for Electric Repair, Circuit Breaker Repair and Panel Upgrades
Electric Wire Services is a licensed and insured electrical company. In Long Branch, outlet repair starts at $80, breaker repair at $100 and panel upgrades at $800. Request a quote or call.
- Licensed and insured
Company licensed and insured; our electricians are licensed
- Call center 24/7
A live person answers right away
- Callback in five minutes
We aim to call you back within five minutes after the form
- Same-day service
Often available, depending on electrician availability
- Google rating
4.8 to 5 across 11 California listings, about 628 reviews
Water and age cause most of the calls we get in Long Branch. A charger mounted where runoff reaches it. A corroded outlet that cut power to a basement freezer. A stair light that works only some of the time. Or an older house with a panel that has had enough.
We find the cause first, explain it in plain words, and quote the repair. That covers electric repair, circuit breaker repair and electrical panel upgrades. Our service areas list everywhere we work.
What have we fixed in Long Branch?
Three Long Branch jobs, each caused by water, corrosion or a loose joint.
A car charger that needed an outdoor spot
The first position for the outdoor charger sat below a runoff channel. We chose a protected alternative position, and water drained away from the equipment. Lesson: show us the runoff pattern before you agree where the charger goes.
A basement freezer that lost power
The freezer had no power. A corroded outlet connection had opened. We renewed the damaged supply point, and refrigeration resumed. Lesson: if you smell burning or lose power again, tell us what was plugged in.
A stair light that worked unpredictably
A loose traveler wire inside the switch was touching another terminal. We corrected the switch wiring, and both controls worked reliably. Lesson: if you notice heat, crackling or discoloration, stop using that switch and call us.
The first location sat below a runoff channel; we selected a protected alternative position. For Long Branch outdoor equipment, we look at drainage as part of location planning. A weather-rated enclosure should not be placed in an avoidable water path.
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Long Branch?
Panel work is the largest job in this table, so the scope matters. Each price is a starting point, and your cost may differ.
| Job | From | What the starting price covers |
|---|---|---|
| Panel upgrade or replacement | $800 per job | Simple 100-amp replacement; a standard 200-amp upgrade starts around $1,300 |
| General electrical repair | $100 per job | A simple, accessible fault with minimal materials |
| Circuit breaker replacement or repair | $100 per job | One standard breaker replacement or a simple breaker-related fix |
| Outlet repair | $80 per outlet | Simple repair or replacement of an existing standard outlet; a visit minimum may apply |
| EV charger installation | $750, labor only | Basic home Level 2 installation; about $1,200 including the charger and materials |
- The size of your current service, if you know it.
- The number of open breaker spaces.
- A photo of the panel and its label.
Is it the utility or your home when the power goes out in Long Branch?
After a storm, check whether your neighbors have power too. If the whole street is dark, the cause is outside your property. If only your home is dark, or half of it, call us.
Callers in New Jersey often describe the same thing: power downstairs but not upstairs, or half the house out. Sometimes the utility says the fault is on the home side. That is when an electrician looks at the main breaker, the panel and the wiring inside.
We also see the problems that come with older houses and new owners: flickering lights, tripping circuits and old panels. Our electrician checks what is there before talking about an upgrade.
The City of Long Branch Building & Development page says homeowners and contractors must obtain building permits for construction projects before work begins, and it directs questions to that office. It does not list electrical rules, so we check with the office for your address.
Who sends an electrician to Long Branch, NJ?
You call, and our call center answers. A licensed electrician visits your property and tells you what is wrong, what the repair involves and what it costs.
We do not claim a Long Branch office. We serve the area from our call center and send the electrician to you.
What does a Long Branch visit look like, step by step?
The electrician inspects the fault, often starting with signs of water or corrosion.
You get the cause, the repair options and the price.
You accept and the work is done, or you choose a later date.
We test the repaired circuit before we leave.
How soon can an electrician visit Long Branch?
Call, and we answer right away. Or send the form, and we aim to call you back within five minutes. The call center then offers a time slot and a price estimate.
You book, and if you need the date moved, we adjust the timeline. Same-day appointments are often available, depending on electrician availability. When a day is full, the call center gives you the earliest slot.
What should you do first in an electrical emergency in Long Branch?
Smoke or fire means 911. After that, call us for:
- Emergency A basement outlet that smells of burning or has stopped working.
- A breaker that will not stay on.
- Any equipment near water that trips its circuit.
Emergency electrician work starts at $150 per hour. It is a low-end after-hours rate, not a full repair price. Calls are answered at any hour.
Which Long Branch repairs come with a free quote, and which start with a diagnostic visit?
A charger that needs an outdoor spot points to EV charger installation. An outlet that lost power points to outlet repair. An old, full or tripping panel points to panel installation or repair.
A free quote applies to our high-end jobs: circuit breaker replacement, panel upgrades and installation, EV charger installation and rewiring. For other work, our electrician starts with a diagnostic visit to find the cause. A diagnostic visit can carry a charge. It varies and is usually under $50.
| Job | How it starts | What that means for you |
|---|---|---|
| Panel upgrade or installation | Free quote | You get a price for the panel size and the work to fit it. |
| Circuit breaker replacement | Free quote | A defined job with a clear scope. |
| Basement outlet that lost power | Diagnostic visit first | The electrician looks for corrosion or a loose connection. |
| Stair light that works only sometimes | Diagnostic visit first | The cause may be in the switch wiring, not the fixture. |
Electrical Panel Installation
EV Charger Installation
Electrical Rewiring Services
Electrical Panel Repair
Lighting Installation
Outlet Repair
Are the electricians in Long Branch licensed and insured?
Electric Wire Services is a licensed and insured electrical company, and every electrician who visits you is licensed.
You get the cause, the repair and the price before the work.
Read reviews from Long Branch customers. Learn more about the company on our About Us page.
Do you also cover Allenhurst and the rest of Monmouth County?
People also ask about an electrician in Allenhurst and elsewhere in Monmouth County, NJ. Call with your address, and our call center confirms whether we can visit.
Long Branch electrical questions, answered
Do you service Long Branch, NJ?
Call or send the form with your address, and our call center confirms the visit.
I rent my home. Can I book an electrician?
Tell the call center who you are and who owns the property. They explain who can book and who needs to be at the property for the visit.
Where should an outdoor charger go?
Out of any water path. In one Long Branch job the first position sat below a runoff channel, so we chose a protected alternative.
Does a panel upgrade need a permit?
It depends on the work. The city says building permits are needed for construction projects, and we check with the office for your address.
Is same-day or emergency help available?
Same-day appointments are often available, depending on electrician availability. Calls are answered at any hour of the day.