Residential Electrician Virginia Beach & Hampton Roads
Licensed, bonded & insured since 1985. Full-service residential electrical contractor serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton & Newport News.
Free estimates · Permits included · We respond within 2 hours
Residential Electrical Services We Provide
Mike's Electrical Service has been the trusted residential electrician for Hampton Roads homeowners since 1985. From simple outlet repairs to full home rewires, panel upgrades, and EV charger installations, our licensed electricians handle every phase of residential electrical work. We pull permits, pass inspection the first time, and treat your home with respect.
Electrical Panel Upgrades & Replacement
200A service upgrades, FPE Stab-Lok panel replacement, breaker box replacement, and load center installations. Permits included; utility coordination handled.
Whole-Home Rewiring
Complete rewiring for older homes with knob-and-tube, aluminum wiring, or outdated cloth-insulated wiring. Code-compliant installation with permits.
Outlet & Switch Installation
New outlets, GFCI outlets, AFCI outlets, USB outlets, and switch upgrades throughout your home. Kitchen, bathroom, garage, and outdoor installations.
Ceiling Fan & Light Fixture Installation
Ceiling fan installation, recessed lighting, pendant lights, under-cabinet lighting, and fixture replacements throughout your home.
EV Charger Installation
Level 2 home EV charger installation with dedicated 240V circuit. Panel assessment included. All major charger brands supported.
Generator & Transfer Switch Installation
Whole-home generator hookup, manual and automatic transfer switch installation, and generator outlet (inlet box) installation.
Outdoor & Landscape Lighting
Exterior lighting, security lighting, flood lights, post lights, and landscape lighting installation for your home's exterior.
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Hardwired smoke detector installation, CO detector installation, and interconnected alarm system upgrades to meet current code.
Electrical Inspections & Safety Audits
Licensed electrical inspections for home buyers, sellers, and homeowners. Code violation identification, safety audits, and upgrade recommendations.
24/7 Emergency Electrical Service
Round-the-clock emergency electrical response for homeowners. Tripped breakers, power outages, sparking outlets, burning smells — we respond fast.
Dedicated Circuits & Appliance Wiring
240V dryer outlets, range circuits, hot tub wiring, garage sub-panels, and dedicated circuits for air conditioners, refrigerators, and home office equipment.
Whole-Home Surge Protection
Whole-home surge protector installation at the main panel to protect appliances, electronics, and HVAC equipment from voltage spikes and lightning damage.
Common Residential Electrical Jobs We Handle
- Breaker keeps tripping — diagnosis & repair
- Outlets not working — GFCI reset or replacement
- Flickering lights — wiring or connection issue
- No power to a room — circuit fault diagnosis
- Adding circuits for a new appliance or hot tub
- Upgrading from 100A to 200A service
- Replacing an FPE Stab-Lok or Zinsco panel
- Installing a Level 2 EV charger in the garage
- Wiring a home addition or finished basement
- Installing a whole-home generator transfer switch
- Outdoor outlet or security light installation
- Smoke detector & CO detector upgrades
- Ceiling fan installation — with or without existing wiring
- GFCI outlet installation in kitchen, bathroom & garage
- 240V outlet installation for dryer, range, or EV charger
- Whole-home surge protector installation at the panel
- Recessed lighting installation in existing ceilings
- Electrical estimate for residential work — free, no obligation
Why Hampton Roads Homeowners Choose Mike's Electrical
- Licensed, bonded & insured — VA License #2705-078900
- In business since 1985 — 40+ years serving Hampton Roads homeowners
- We pull all permits and coordinate with the utility — you don't have to
- 24/7 emergency response for residential properties
- Free estimates on all residential electrical work
- We treat your home with respect — clean up after every job
- Serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton & Newport News
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Residential Work Throughout Hampton Roads
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Residential Electrical Services in Virginia Beach — What Homeowners Hire Us For
Ceiling fan installation is one of our most requested residential jobs. Whether you need a ceiling fan installed where a light fixture currently exists, a new fan run from scratch with no existing wiring, or a replacement fan hung on a vaulted ceiling, our licensed electricians handle it all — including the wiring, the rated ceiling box, and the fan itself.
Outlet installation and GFCI upgrades are another common call. We install new outlets anywhere in your home — kitchen, bathroom, garage, outdoor, or a new room addition. We add 240V outlets for dryers, ranges, EV chargers, and hot tubs. We replace ungrounded two-prong outlets with GFCI outlets to bring older homes up to code.
Recessed lighting installation in existing ceilings, under-cabinet lighting, and outdoor security lighting are all services we provide throughout Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads.
Residential electrical estimates are always free. If you're getting bids for a panel upgrade, home rewire, EV charger, or any other electrical project, call (757) 449-7501 — we respond within 2 hours and can usually schedule an estimate the same week.
Whole-home surge protection is a service many Virginia Beach homeowners overlook. A single surge protector installed at your main panel protects every appliance, HVAC system, and electronic device in your home from voltage spikes and lightning damage.
Licensed and insured residential electricians — VA License #2705-078900. We pull all permits, coordinate with Dominion Energy, and pass inspection the first time. Serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton, and Newport News since 1985.
Residential Electrical — Frequently Asked Questions
What residential electrical services do you offer in Virginia Beach?+
Mike's Electrical Service provides full residential electrical services including panel upgrades and replacement, whole-home rewiring, outlet and switch installation, ceiling fan and light fixture installation, EV charger installation, generator and transfer switch hookup, outdoor and landscape lighting, smoke and CO detector installation, electrical inspections, and 24/7 emergency service throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton, and Newport News.
How much does a residential electrical panel upgrade cost in Virginia Beach?+
A residential electrical panel upgrade in Virginia Beach typically costs $1,500–$4,500 depending on the panel size (100A, 150A, or 200A), whether the utility requires a meter base upgrade, and the condition of the existing wiring. FPE Stab-Lok panel replacements may cost more due to additional code compliance work. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
Do you replace FPE Stab-Lok panels?+
Yes. FPE Stab-Lok panels are a known fire hazard and we replace them throughout Hampton Roads. We pull all permits, coordinate with the utility, and install a new code-compliant panel. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
Do you install home EV chargers?+
Yes. We install Level 2 home EV chargers (240V) in garages and driveways throughout Hampton Roads. We handle the panel assessment, dedicated circuit, and full charger installation. All major charger brands supported. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency residential electrical service?+
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency electrical service for homeowners throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake. Call (757) 449-7501 any time for urgent electrical issues — sparking outlets, burning smells, power outages, or tripped breakers that won't reset.
Do you pull permits for residential electrical work?+
Yes. Mike's Electrical Service pulls all required permits for residential electrical work and coordinates with the utility company. We handle all the paperwork so you don't have to, and we pass inspection the first time.
What areas do you serve for residential electrical work?+
We serve Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, and the surrounding Hampton Roads area for all residential electrical services. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
My breaker keeps tripping — what should I do?+
A breaker that keeps tripping usually indicates an overloaded circuit, a short circuit, or a faulty breaker. Do not tape or bypass the breaker. Call Mike's Electrical at (757) 449-7501 — we'll diagnose the problem and fix it safely. We offer free estimates and 24/7 emergency service.
Do you install ceiling fans in Virginia Beach?+
Yes. We install ceiling fans throughout Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads — including installations where no existing wiring or ceiling box is present. We run new wiring, install a rated ceiling fan box, and hang the fan. We also replace existing ceiling fans and convert light fixtures to ceiling fans. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
How much does ceiling fan installation cost in Virginia Beach?+
Ceiling fan installation in Virginia Beach typically costs $150–$400 per fan depending on whether existing wiring is in place, ceiling height, and the complexity of the installation. Installations requiring new wiring or a vaulted ceiling mount cost more. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate — we respond within 2 hours.
Do you install GFCI outlets?+
Yes. We install GFCI outlets in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, outdoor areas, and anywhere code requires ground-fault protection. We also replace standard outlets with GFCI outlets in older homes that lack them. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
Can you add a new electrical outlet to my home?+
Yes. We add new outlets throughout your home — including standard 120V outlets, GFCI outlets, AFCI outlets, USB outlets, and 240V outlets for dryers, ranges, EV chargers, and hot tubs. We run new circuits from the panel when needed. Call (757) 449-7501 for a free estimate.
Do you provide free electrical estimates for residential work?+
Yes. Mike's Electrical Service provides free estimates on all residential electrical work in Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads. Call (757) 449-7501 or submit a request online — we respond within 2 hours and can usually schedule an estimate the same week.
Residential Service Area — Hampton Roads
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Free estimates · Licensed & insured · Serving Hampton Roads since 1985